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Spandex/Leggings versus Jeans/Pants

Posts: 398 Member
edited February 5 in Chit-Chat
What's better?

Break it down by body type! (Apple, pear, hourglass, straight, whatever else/heavy, skinny, chubby, athletic, whatever else)

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  • Posts: 398 Member
    I can't believe no one has input.
  • Posts: 388 Member
    pants can have spandex, spandex can't be pants.

    Wear something that is your size, I've seen too many people squeeze themselves into these tight clothing - it's unflattering. This is towards women of ALL sizes.
  • Posts: 388 Member
    and men.. please don't wear tight pants..
  • Posts: 964 Member
    I don't wear spandex, but I'll wear leggings with a tunic type shirt. Has to go past the hips, otherwise I feel really uncomfortable in leggings- too curvy. So it's mostly jeans (and dresses) :smile:
  • There exists an unholy union of the two, called "Jeggings."
    I believe this to be the result of a pact with the forces of evil, and an abomination before god and man.
  • Posts: 6,208 Member
    All of these can be flattering on all shapes, as long as they fit and are paired with the right tops and accessories.
  • Posts: 45 Member
    Spandex and some crazy face paint ! got to love kiss Gene Simmons has been rocking the llok for years.
  • Posts: 467 Member
    Jeggings are the only acceptable legging to wear with a shirt that doesn't hit below the bajingo, and that's only the good quality, thick, denim-like jeggings.
  • Posts: 1,537 Member
    and men.. please don't wear tight pants..

    what if i wear shorts over em? I like to ride until it drops below freezing...

    (im doing it regardless)
  • Posts: 388 Member
    lol as long as they serve a purpose other than fashion..

    man-tight-jeans.jpg
  • Posts: 1,271 Member
    There exists an unholy union of the two, called "Jeggings."
    I believe this to be the result of a pact with the forces of evil, and an abomination before god and man.

    Truth. I see them and have to fight the urge to fling holy water and tell them how Christ compels them and whatnot.
  • Posts: 3,930 Member
    The only time I really shake my head is when someone wears super tight leggings and I can tell you what the color/pattern is on their underwear...or whether or not they're wearing any.
  • Posts: 753 Member
    I wear leggings all the time. I think as long as you don't have apple shape body you are okay. This body this body is bad in leggings because normally leggings are paired with larger shirt and it just makes them look pregnant. Jeans work for any body type
  • Posts: 2,784 Member
    Velvet I think you would look good in anything. I just try to balance my clothes. If my top is tight, my bottoms are not and vice viersa
  • Posts: 6 Member
    I love wearing leggings and jeggings... Sometimes they're just more comfortable than wearing some jeans... I agree though, the apple shaped body really doesn't go well in those type of pants because it does make them look bigger than what they really are
  • Posts: 574 Member
    lol as long as they serve a purpose other than fashion..

    man-tight-jeans.jpg

    OMG, I want to wash my eyes out with bleach!!!
  • Posts: 513 Member
    at the moment im mostly in jeggings but they are getting big on me and I only have 2 pairs of jeans, 1 is wayy too big as in 2 sizes too big! Im only 14lbs ish from my long term goal so am hesitant to buy more, but I need to. In december im going shopping in the nearest big city but I cant wait that long! I have 2 pairs of jeans to fit into at home so they are waiting for me. I hate being in between sizes and clothes! Im more straight up and down shape (36-28-36 measurements)
  • The only time I really shake my head is when someone wears super tight leggings and I can tell you what the color/pattern is on their underwear...or whether or not they're wearing any.

    Granny-panties in leggings are nice, too.
  • It doesn't have to be either or. It just depends on the situation. Some people aren't ready for leggings, though. Unfortunately, they extenuate every curve/bump in the legs and butt, so if you're not ready, it's best to stick with jeans.
  • Posts: 152
    I love leggings! Getting a bit cold now though, might not be able to wear them much longer.
  • Posts: 3,660 Member
    What's better?

    Break it down by body type! (Apple, pear, hourglass, straight, whatever else/heavy, skinny, chubby, athletic, whatever else)

    I personally love spandex / leggings on a girl with small curves (hell I like curves) Jeans are a better fit for those that may be a little heavier, but definitely not limited to them, because I've seen some girls / guys rock jeans when they had a butt too.

    Nothing beats an attractive girl in yoga pants though.
  • Posts: 77 Member
    A couple of friends and I tout the expression "LEGGINGS ARE NOT PANTS." One exception is for working out. Other than that, they better with a tunic top or short dress or something to cover the bottom.

    I wish I could tell my girl cousins this... my rail-thin cousins, that is.
  • Posts: 202 Member
    i refuse to wear jeans, i find them super restricting.
    i always wear leggings with a tunic, dress, or skirt…. I'm hourglass/pear
  • Posts: 91 Member
    Jeggings for the win. And I'm a fat hourglass. I make sure my shirt covers my fupa, though.
  • Posts: 1,805 Member
    10 lbs ago i lived in lightweight denim skinnies. bootcut jeans (most normal-weight jeans!) feel like waaaaay too much fabric (& too stiff) after that. it's like pants jail. am now comfier in looser & lighter pants (ie trousers ie pleated + tapered) or leggings. or else dresses. can't think properly when my thighs feel suffocated (maybe that is a pear/rectangle-specific thing?) :/
  • Posts: 1 Member
    I love seeing spandex on most girls, it does make the curves look good! For myself, believe it or not, I got used to wearing spandex for a ballet class a long time ago, and still wear it for working out. Nothing fits or moves quite like it! Don't be afraid to just go for it, as long as it makes you comfortable. I wear loose jeans the rest of the time :)
  • Posts: 73
    Spandex/leggings/tights etc.....they are a privilege not a right. ;)
  • Posts: 7,512 Member
    a lady has variety never know what occasions may arise
  • Posts: 7,512 Member
    Spandex/leggings/tights etc.....they are a privilege not a right. ;)

    they are a privilege to wear especially under a cute skirt
  • Posts: 1,109 Member
    I'm finally comfortable enough in my own skin that I just bought 2 pairs of leggings and 2 pairs of skinny pants. I'm not at my fittest but I finally accept that I'm a cute, grown woman and I can wear whatever the fck I want.

    Besides, my man gave me the hungry wolf eyes when I wore my skinny jeans the other day. :blushing:
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