Ignore the Haters—I Still Love These Versatile and Comfy Pants and Bet You Do Too

I don’t care what anyone or any trend report says about black leggings, you would have to have to pry them out of my cold, dead hands to get me to stop wearing them. I know that sounds over-the-top, but I take my leggings collection seriously. The closet staple has had a presence in my outfit rotations as far back as my ‘90s childhood and carried me through two pregnancies and the postpartum eras for both. Now days, these versatile and comfy pants serve a more fashionable purpose thanks to their resurgence in chic, everyday looks among fashion people and celebrities.

With fall about to start, I set out to find a select group of standout black legging outfits for the new season. My favorite Instagram fashion follows did not disappoint. Each take I found incorporates a range of elevated basics and trendy pieces like oversize sweaters, a trench coat, a white T-shirt, black ballet flats, Adidas sneakers, mesh and studded Mary Jane flats, and more. Ahead, check out and shop seven incredibly stylish ensembles, all anchored with class black leggings.

Trench Coat + Black Stirrup Leggings + Ballet Flats

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ZARA Water Repellent Double-Breasted Trench Coat Zw Collection

Instant closet staple.

The Sak Tess Sling Leather Bag

A practical pick.

Gap High Rise Ponte Stirrup Pants

Stirrup leggings are a fashion person favorite.

H&M Ballet Flats

These are bound to sell out.

Oversize Cardigan + Black Leggings + Mule Flats

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Banbe Kasia Sunglasses

Sleek!

PRETTYGARDEN Oversized Cardigan Sweater

Bring on the chilly weather.

H&M Shopper With Pouch Bag

A cool under-$50 pick.

Hue Reversible Ponte Knit Crop Leggings

These are reversible and turn into a gray option.

EMME PARSONS Suede Mules

A worthy investment.

Oversize Turtleneck + Black Leggings + Knee-High Boots

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Emilia George Crystal Mock Neck Sweater

So cozy.

ZARA Body Shaping Leggings

This Zara look is perfect from head-to-toe.

ZARA Wide Heel Boots

How are these knee-high boots under $200?

Oversize Blazer + Black Leggings + Mary Jane Flats

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Open Edit The Curator Relaxed Blazer

I’d also buy this blazer in black.

Nordstrom Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt

Nothing like a fresh white T-shirt.

THE FRANKIE SHOP Gelso Oversized Tencel Lyocell-Blend Blazer

Another chic oversize gray blazer to consider.

AFRM Jasmine Stirrup Pants

So many styling possibilities.

Schutz Eiza Shine Mary Jane Flat

Hello, statement Mary Jane flats.

Turtleneck + Tied Sweater + Black Leggings + Loafers

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AHONEY Glossy Headband

Headbands are an effortless hair accessory.

Marcella Eloise Turtleneck Semisheer Jersey Top

A closet essential for fall and winter.

ZARA Soft V-Neck Knit Sweater

Perfect for layering or tying around your waist.

Gap Smooth High Rise Leggings

Gap’s legging game is strong.

Hanes Crew Soft Moisture-Wicking Socks 10 Pack

It’s the perfect time to stock up.

Cole Haan Lana Luxe Penny Loafer

These cool loafers are half-off right now.

Denim Button-Down Shirt + Black Leggings + Mesh Flats

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Open Edit Double Curved J-Hoop Earrings

I love the yellow-gold version as well.

Free People Ashley Denim Shirt

Denim shirts always come in handy.

MANGO Shopper Bag With Buckle

Mango bags are top-notch.

SNDYS X Revolve Cassandra Leggings

Chic and on sale.

Coconuts by Matisse Nolita Mary Jane Flat

Alaïa comes to mind.

Blazer + Black Stirrup Leggings + Adidas Sneakers

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Simonett Oversize Charcoal Blazer

The oversize fit is so cool.

Splits59 River High Waist Airweight Stirrup Legging

More stylish stirrup leggings.

adidas Taekwondo Shoes

Adidas Taekwondo sneaker styles are trending.