Sale PSA: The classic Brixton Gucci’s in black are currently price matched for $730 (the Ace sneakers are also 10% off), a very cute fuzzy cardigan from Madewell, now $52 with code NICEONE, and a classic denim jacket from Everlane, now $62.
This week, a very important topic…yes, leggings.
I never realized until doing a much needed “pajama/legging drawers” clean out this weekend just how many leggings I have. I have a LOT, especially for someone who doesn’t uh….exercise (I walk!! Walking is great!). They’re one of those items I accumulate but don’t think much about – on sale? Okay, why not pick up another Zella? Historically when they’d arrive I dutifully snip off the tags and wash them and kind of just stuff them away and forget about them, like underwear. But since it’s getting colder and because of yes, the PANDEMIC, I have been spending more time in my leggings. And actually realize that there is a big difference. There are pairs I love and pairs I love not so much. I’ve tried to be conscientious about other areas of my wardrobe…now I’ve decided to only buy leggings that I really love and which are super all around. And as such, here are some of my experiences with the various leggings in my closet (including my favorite):
Gap Blackout Leggings: I bought these during one of those ubiquitous 40% off sales. They are nice! Soft and stretchy. They feel very “technical” but what do I know? Definitely very very casual and gym like. I also have Old Navy leggings and never wear them – they are stiff and just not pleasant. I don’t even see them on the site anymore.
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