I cannot believe it! The leggings are coming back! Nordstrom.com features the look of leggings over the dress. 

Frankly speaking, it seems strange to me to put on the pants underneath my dress, even if these pants look more like tights. For quite a time we have not worn them anywhere else but to the gym, and now it’s difficult to look at them as at a trendy garment worn for fashion.

In 2004 the leggings made sort of comeback in the form of capri-length tights worn with skirts, but the trend did not get so widely-spread and the leggings still remained mainly fitness apparel rather than street wear.

But I believe this year it will be different. Nordstrom.com is a very reliable source, and if it features the look a babydoll with leggings underneath, we can be sure that it’s already hit the mainstream.

Actually, leggings have a long tradition. They have been worn both by men and women for different purposes throughout the centuries. They were used for warmth and protection, for fashion and for comfort.

Few fashionistas know that the hit trousers of the ‘80s gained their overwhelming popularity thanks to the fitness and aerobics craze of that time. Actually, all dance clothes were worn as everyday wear in the ‘80s thanks to the movie Flashdance and the Broadway show A Chorus Line, that played a vital role in transferring leggings out of the fitness clubs into the streets. And who wears leggings today?

Modern leggings are mainly considered as athletic wear. They are often referred to as bicycle or running tights, but on the whole they are worn for all kinds of exercise form dancing to jogging. Besides, the military today still wear bright white leggings often made of patent leather or buff for ceremonial purposes.

Today the leggings come in a variety of colors and can feature unusual prints. However, dark hues as black, navy, and some shades of gray remain favorites.

And what do you think about these new trend? Are you planning to go for a new pair of sizzling pants in the nearest future, or such extravagant looks do not appeal to you?

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