When a leggings-hater and a leggings-expert (ha!) are challenged to dress up faux-leather leggings for the holidays….this is what happens. Perfect for when you don’t want to trade cute for comfort (and of course turtlenecks are featured).
First, Our Favorite Pair of Faux-Leather Leggings
Scotti and I (independently) searched for our favorite pair of faux-leather leggings….and both arrived at the same conclusion: this pair, from SPANX.
The link above is to the SPANX leggings at Nordstrom, but if they don’t have your size in stock, below we’ve linked to Macy’s, or try Amazon, here (prime shipping!!).
(Sidenote: avoid Spanx’s moto-inspired faux-leather leggings – they’re insanely tight and uncomfortable.)
Scotti’s Outfit: Idea 1
Blazer: Zara, similar: Express
Shirt: Express
Leather Leggings: SPANX
Bralette: Free People
Shoes: Free People Cecile Boots
Earrings: J.Crew
Clutch: Rebecca Minkoff
Shana’s Outfit: Idea 2
Turtleneck: Old Nordstrom, similar: Everlane or ALLSAINTS or ALLSAINTS
Leather Leggings: SPANX
Boots: Stuart Weitzman
Clutch: Mom’s Clutch, similar: Rebecca Minkoff
Earrings: Kendra Scott
Shana’s Outfit: Idea 3
Slip: old Free People seamless slip (here’s a link to this year’s version) – Free People has a ton of different layering slips, perfect for this kind of thing. They come in a range of necklines and lengths, and are super comfy. The whole line can be found here.
Scotti’s Outfit: Idea 4
Turtleneck: H&M
Clutch: Rebecca Minkoff
Boots: Marc Fisher LTD
Earrings: J.Crew
Shana’s Outfit: Repeat of Idea 2
Earrings: Kendra Scott
Boots: Stuart Weitzman
Clutch: Mom’s Clutch, similar: Rebecca Minkoff
Shana’s Outfit: Idea 5
Bracelets: Similar: Express
Black Clutch: similar, Nordstrom
Glitter Clutch: J.Crew, similar: Old Navy or Kate Spade
Boots: Stuart Weitzman
Scotti’s Outfit: Idea 6
Clutch: Rebecca Minkoff
Boots: Vince Camuto
Earrings: Nickel and Suede, similar: Halogen
Shana’s Outfit: Idea 7
Sweater: La Ligne (sold out) similar: Saint James
Necklace: DLNLX
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Scotti is totally right about the gold clutch with the off-shoulder sweater and adorable cuffs! LOVE IT! Thanks for the great ideas.
You guys are adorabes! I seriously read your blog religiously! Like, EVERY DAY! Such great ideas and cute cute stuff!
These videos make me wish I had a sister. 🙁
Thank you for this video!! I ALWAYS have struggled with leggings and pairing them with the right top! Shana you articulated my problem exactly – I cannot seem to get the proportion right! I am 5’10 though so it seems to be an issue maybe regardless of height. I love all the information in the video and think it is a great way to learn — thanks again!
Can you give us ideas for the cute bralette Shana is wearing with the off-the-shoulder sweater please?
Quick question about the Spanx faux leather leggings…do yours roll down at the waist? I’m really happy with how I look in them, but the rolling waist is making me nuts. Do I need a different size? I’m going a little crazy with them!!!
I’m a year late, but this was great. Now I need to schedule a fashion session with my sister.
PS- Scotti is right about the gold purse!