Leggings; love them or hate them, you can’t be rid of them. After seasons of baggy denim, wide-leg trousers, and a general tendency toward all things oversized, the humble tights are making a bold comeback. The street style set have spoken: we’re swapping out flared silhouettes for something far more sculpted and flattering. Anyone who remembers the ’90s knows how central these fitted pants were to the sartorial landscape. From Beyoncé to Lindsay Lohan and our beloved Posh Spice, these babies had reached cult status, becoming the ultimate ‘It girl’ uniform. You either wore it or did your best to stay clear of it (and probably failed).
This slimly-fitted darling have been teasing its return for a while now, with Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner being early proponents of its return. And if the spring/summer 2026 runways were telling of anything, it’s that the season ahead is going to be filled with a flurry of cool girls slipping into a pair of their own. With Conner Ives veering audacious with a fuschia-hued pair, Coperni going the classic route with a skinny black number, and some plush velvet leggings at Jean Paul Gaultier.
Yet its best feature might be the myriad range of styling possibilities. There’s the fairly apparent trick in the book for starters: simply throw on a blazer. Or matching a statement black pair with statement accessories. As for the ones who want to have some fun? A chic printed capri with a simple tank is the way to go.
Below, see Vogue Singapore’s take on how to wear leggings this season.
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Polka mania
Polka dots are having a major moment right now. Take a leaf out of Hailey Bieber’s book and incorporate this playful print with your favourite cropped capris.
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Polka mania: Khaite simona shoulder bag, $3,326
Available at Net-a-Porter.
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Polka mania: Balenciaga oval frame sunglasses, $408
Available at Cettire.
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French girl corpcore
Who says leggings can’t be worn to the office? Go ahead and pair your favourite blazer with a classic black pant—ideal for days that stretch from desk to dinner.
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French girl corpcore: Esse Studios jersey leggings, $715
Available at Net-a-Porter.
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French girl corpcore: Dolce & Gabbana double breasted check blazer, $3,933
Available at Farfetch.
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French girl corpcore: Christian Louboutin leather ankle boots, $2,000
Available at MyTheresa.
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French girl corpcore: Heaven Mayhem knot silver-plated brass earrings, $132
Available at Selfridges.
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A sporty affair
When in doubt always go the classic route. It’s a tried and tested formula: a simple t-shirt, an oversized leather jacket and your comfy leggings. Accessorise as you go.
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A sporty affair: Lululemon align high-rise leggings, $157
Available at Net-a-Porter.
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A sporty affair: Acne Studios oversized cotton T-shirt, $304
Available at MyTheresa.
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A sporty affair: Loewe draped leather jacket, $9,100
Available at MyTheresa.
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A sporty affair: On Cloud low-top trainers, $235
Available at Selfridges.
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Zip up
Throw on an oversized jacket and let the humble leggings do their thing. Perfect for brunches, coffee runs, or even just leaning into the I-just threw-this-on energy.
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Zip up: Balenciaga icon poplin track jacket, $2,850
Available at MyTheresa.
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Zip up: Reebok x Victoria Beckham high-rise leggings, $101
Available at MyTheresa.
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Zip up: Balenciaga hourglass small croc-effect leather tote, $3,931
Available at Net-a-Porter.
