Black Leggings Are Back – Here’s How Team Vogue Are Styling Theirs For Winter
The best black leggings offer a seamless blend of comfort and elegance, so it comes as no surprise that they have become a permanent fixture in the fashion landscape since the rise of working-from-home culture. As ideal for lounging around the house as they are for a day at the office, they can be paired with elevated classics, like relaxed tailoring and kitten heels, or casual staples such as a white T-shirt and trainers.
Vogue’s best black leggings at a glance
For one member of team Vogue, styling black leggings in 2026 means embracing the equestrian aesthetic – think flat knee-high boots and plenty of cold-weather layers. Meanwhile, another Vogue staffer takes a more elevated approach, pairing high-heels with a leather bomber for a seamless day-to-night look.
As for office-ready outfits, a trench coat worn over a bright red knit and finished with leather loafers offers a semi-formal spin on leggings styling. And when winter arrives, cropped capris hold their own when paired with fleece-lined flats and a sleek leather blazer.
While there are a plethora of ways to style black leggings, the first port of call should be finding the perfect pair that will align with your looks. Our advice? Try several pairs before landing on a style. With the help of several Vogue staffers, discover the best black leggings for women, and how to style them for 2026.
Joy Montgomery, shopping editor
“I’ve found myself living in flat knee-high boots this winter, and so when it comes to styling leggings I’m going to lean into the equestrian vibe, but with a city twist. I’ll be layering my boots over a pair of black leggings then adding a hoodie and oversized bomber jacket. Perfect for the pub – or, indeed, the paddock.”
Lois Adeoshun, fashion assistant
“I’m loving the return of stirrup leggings – they’re easy to dress up or down, whether you want something polished or laid-back. One day they can anchor a high-fashion moment, and the next they’re perfect for a comfort-first ’fit. I’d style them with classic Saint Laurent slingback heels and an oversized leather bomber jacket for an off-duty edge. The result feels polished yet relaxed.”
