Different Types and Makes of Leggings

Leggings have had a lot of transformation since their introduction in the 14th Century. Everyone uses them to serve different purposes. There are those who use them as a protective covering against bodily harm while others put it on for fashion. Military leggings were introduced in the 19th Century. These were being worn by war soldiers in order to protective their lower parts of the leg so that dirt didn't get to enter their shoes. They also did and they still give support to the ankle. These particular leggings were fastened with buttons. They also extended beyond the knee area in order to support the ankles as well as the knees. They use vanished slowly in later years. However, they are of great importance as they helped in shaping the modern day soldier shoe-the combat shoes. Shiny leggings on the other hand first hit the market in the 21st Century. They have a shiny, wet-like and metallic look. They became popular in 2008 and have on top of the fashion list ever since. These are made of spandex and nylon and are made of many colors. One can therefore match them up with just anything. Mostly, they are in gold, black and silver colors. However, they have to be worn in the right place and event. Mostly, they will do well when worn in the evenings or at parties and in clubs. They have continuously been featured on top most fashion runways. Celebrities who have high praise for them include artistes like Kelly Clarkson, Lindsey Lohan and Rihanna. The Jennings are a mixture of the leggings and the jeans. They resemble jeans but also may appear like leggings though with zip flies and faux pockets. Modern leggings on the other hand are the most common ones today. They are common in younger women and worn with skirts, dress tops, short dresses and tops. Some people prefer to wear them with flat shoes and other with high heels. The trend has become so fashionable such that even other designer want to add a thing or two in their designs. This is evident with the now very common skinny jeans. Sports personalities, runners, dancers and even cheer leaders have not been left behind in adopting them. They help retain the body heat, give a sense of fashion and also hide the naked flesh.

Fall 2010 Fashion Trends - Fur and Fifties

Just when it looked like fur was on its way out the door it made its comeback with a bang during the Fall 2010 runway season. Another fashion trend which has made its way back to the forefront is '50s glamor with an emphasis on cleavage, pencil skirts, and many more of everybody's favorite throwback styles. Fall Fur is Fabulous Again Peta members will be none to pleased to find out that despite their various celebrity-driven "I'd rather go naked than wear fur" campaigns, fur is back. Thankfully, faux fur is easy to find, it looks just like the real thing, and it is considerably more affordable. Even the great Karl Lagerfeld has given his stamp of approval on faux fur by displaying it throughout the Chanel runway show! As far as fabulous fashion decades are concerned, the fifties is at the top because of its trendsetting ability and sheer longevity. Celebrities like Zooey Deschanel, Rachel Bilson, and Chloe Sevigny have always made it cool to wear vintage clothes but this Autumn '10 season, retro fashion will be one of the hottest trends. One way the '50s era stood out on the runways was with the prevalence of cleavage. This was quite a departure because cleavage is usually saved for swimsuit and lingerie shows, but not this time around. The Nina Ricci collection for instance showed curve-hugging pencil skirts paired with a bustier for maximum curves. Perhaps Chrisina Hendricks from Mad Men is to thank for the surge of body-hugging, retro looks since the same trend was also seen on the runways of Louis Vuitton and Dolce & Gabbana.