First made a must-have fashion item in the 1980's, leggings and footless tights have grown in popularity to become the wardrobe staple they are today. With so many colours, patterns, lengths and textures to choose from, it can be difficult to make a purchase. In this post we will be sharing with you the styles we feel are perfect for Spring and Summer - the perfect alternative to trousers or jeans! Floral: Anyone who knows much about the world of leg wear knows that Trasparenze can't be beaten when it comes to innovative styles, and this season they definitely don't disappoint. Their new range of leggings primarily features bold, floral patterns, all in different variations. Graphium Leggings come in two separate colours (blue and peach) and are a floral paisley. The blue and white pair almost resembles willow pattern, and are more simple in their colouring allowing you to see the detail in the fabric. On the other hand, the peach pair contains more colours, making the print even more bold and interesting and hark back to the fashionable patterns of the 1970's. For a more traditional floral arrangement, their Hamadryas Leggings are covered in a vintage, watercolour garden of flowers, in shades of pink and green. According to Glamour Magazine, one of the hottest trends for Spring 2015 is military khaki green, and we think Hamadryas Leggings would inject just the right amount of femininity while complimenting the colour beautifully. Those who prefer a more modern take on a floral print should take a look at Adippe Leggings - astonishingly detailed 'jeggings' dotted with roses. Jeans have a tendency to be restrictive in Summer as denim is designed to protect, not ideal for relaxing in the sunshine. These breathable alternatives are fantastic for those who find dressing for the Winter/Summer transition difficult, as well as people who love the look of denim but feel like a change. Cotton: Many find dressing for the weather difficult, especially when it comes to Summer. Not everyone feels at ease when wearing shorts or skirts with bare legs, even with sheer tights. Breathable fabrics are definitely the answer, allowing you to be comfortably cool while dressing how you feel most confident. Cotton Touch Leggings by Falke are made with the finest cotton, and an element of elastane ensures a comfortable fit without them becoming misshapen. Pretty Polly have recently released Cotton Rich Leggings which contain an incredible 97% cotton, and at a very affordable £8.00 they're a must have for the season! Colours: Corsaire Cropped Leggings by Le Bourget come in a variety of gorgeous, versatile, summery colours such as orange and white, as well as navy and black. With a Capri length cut, you can wear them with dresses, skirts and shorts while showing just a hint of leg and allowing any statement sandals you sport to stand out. Gipsy 100 Denier Footless Tights are available in navy and steel, for occasions when black is a little too harsh to mix with seasonal shades (for an evening look with a summer sparkle try their Metallic Footless Tights, which come in blue or gold!). Black: When it comes to everyday essentials you can't get much better than Pretty Polly. That's why when they created Cool Sense Leggings, we knew they'd be popular with our customers during the warmer weather. Constructed with specially crafted 'Breeze' yarns by Nilit, they channel heat away from the body and ventilate skin, ensuring cool comfort throughout the day. Trasparenze have included a luxury pair of black leggings in their range of summer hosiery. Honeymoon Leggings have no centre seam, which alleviate any discomfort as well as giving you a smooth silhouette, which is helped by the wide waistband. For the finest matt finish with the softness of velvet, opt for Falke Pure Matt Leggings. With fantastic coverage and texture, which is rarely beaten by other brands in the world of leg wear, even the hardest to please jean obsessive will become a convert (ease into the transition by opting for Marine, a decadent deep navy blue). Fashion: A common misconception around footless tights and leggings is that they are reminiscent of 80s styles, and often only come in black or garish colours with a spandex shine. Some of our most beautiful, fashion forward products happen to be leggings, and we want to prove that finding something to suit your own unique style can be easy and enjoyable. Trasparenze City Leggings are magnificent, with a colourful Tokyo-style city scene which illuminates legs like skyscrapers. Alternatively, Photo Leggings provide a double-take inducing denim illusion, with a bandana style belt to finish. The detail is really incredibly, right down to the pockets and belt loops, spotting the difference between these and jeans is quite a challenge! Lace Leggings from Gipsy are a glamorous option for nights out, as well as dressed down for summer days. The open weave of the lace means you wont overheat, while keeping your pins perfectly covered. This particular lace pair is cut and sewn from fabric as opposed to knitted, allowing for both delicate detail and fantastic strength.
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