Different Types of Leggings for Men
There are all sorts of different leggings available for men in today’s market and can be worn on several different occasions, with lots of styles, colours and fabrics to choose from. Traditionally, the leg wear was worn by men for centuries before the style was adopted by women, however in today’s cultures they aren’t a widely popular garment for males.
In the 15th Century leggings were worn by men, however the style of them was very different to what we know today; they were two separate leg pieces and only came thigh high instead of the one piece waist high leg wear we have today. The leg wear was also traditionally worn by soldiers in the army under trousers to keep legs dry and clean by keeping dirt out. The leg wear was then worn for hundreds of years by men before the garment evolved and was popularised in the 1960s, and since then has only typically been women that have worn them.
Of course there are still men that choose to wear leggings as a fashion statement, as well as those who wear them as a base layer for warmth and those who wear them as performance wear for sport. It was in 2007 that male leggings or “meggings” first graced the catwalks from designers such as Gucci and Roberto Cavalli, however the look was not as well received as the designers hoped and this was not the start of a trend. Instead, men wear them now to make a ‘non-conformity’ statement in fashion instead of follow the usual trends. Comedian Russell Brand is famously known for his outlandish dress sense and his outfits often include a pair of the leg wear which he uses to make him stand out; he has famously worn wet look leggings as well as casual black cotton leggings in his day-to-day life. Noel Fielding is another celebrity face that’s a fan of the leggings, making it seem that men wearing them create a unique, alternative look. If your style is inspired by either of these two gentlemen, then be sure to invest in some black or wet look styles to get the look!
Men have also been known to wear them as a base layer, much like the soldiers used to, for sporting activities such as hiking and snow sports. They provide an extra layer which traps heat and insulates the body, while still being thin enough to ensure movement and flexibility. Leggings are ideal as a thermal layer underneath other trousers which are more weather resistant, as they’re so comfortable and easy to move around in. These can be bought cheaply in a range of fabrics and taller sizes so that you can find the ones best suited to your activity.
Another style of the leg wear that is available for men is the wide choice in sports leggings specifically designed for men who take part in physical activity. These are commonly worn by males for everyday sport such as running, cycling and gym-wear; and are great for anyone from a casual jogger to an intense athlete. There is a huge selection available on the market, with so many different features that can really enhance performance.
If you’re looking to buy the best leggings or advice on the different styles of leggings, then please feel free to contact Tights Please on 0845 365 1221. We offer anything from fashion leggings to running leggings.
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