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INSPIRATION AND ADVICE

HOW TO WEAR LEGGING SHORTS

By Caroline Ferry, 5 November 2018

Sure, we were nervous at first. Very tight shorts worn with anything but a baggy singlet on a sweaty ole trek? It sounded risky. But then Christine Centenera started wearing hers with tailored blazers and they seemed oh-so fresh. And surprisingly chic. Next thing you know they’re basically on every other runway at fashion week, from Saint Laurent and Off-White to Tommy Hilfiger and Chanel. From those hallowed catwalks to ASOS Insider Lesley on the ‘gram, here’s just how to wear legging shorts this season. 

Bella Hadid modelling legging shorts on Fendi runway for Spring Summer 2019 collection

Picture: Imaxtree

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When Bella Hadid walked down the Fendi runway at the SS19 show, we knew we’d witnessed a game-changer. Sure, we're now on board with legging shorts worn under double-breasted 80s-style blazers but with a safari shirt and utility belt? This is legging shorts 2.0 and we’re so down. Keep the shirt structured and oversized for max new-season pow. 

ASOS Lesley wearing plaid shirt with legging shorts and Nike sneakers

Instagram: @asos_lesley

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ASOS Insider Lesley has got this whole legging shorts for chill days down to a tee. She’s traded Daisy Dukes for marl grey basics and added a soft-as flannie and sneakers. Keep yours looking clean cut and smart enough for brunch dates by keeping the whole palette tonal – top to toe pink with simple gold jewellery is always a winner.

Legging shorts worn with Vans for SS19 from ASOS.com

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If the 90s are more your everyday vibe, there’s an easy-as way to wear your spring shorts, too. The trick to making sure this is a nod to the 90s, and not full fancy dress, is to keep your accessories v now and v colour-matched. A smart basket bag and boxfresh Vans will make that knotted tee and legging shorts feel all brand new.