If you were to list a few of the key staples in your wardrobe, there’s a strong chance that those tried-and-true black leggings would rank high up there. It makes perfect sense given the ease and versatility of that perfect pair. While you may already have a few basics you routinely wear with your leggings, there are a few modern selects the fashion crowd has been opting for that you might want to consider this year.
Below you’ll uncover the pieces that could easily become new go-to’s of yours in 2023. As you’ll see, the staples coming your way feel chic and effortless—a perfect match with leggings. Along with visual inspiration ahead, you’ll also uncover shopping recommendations that feature the 2023 staples in question and fresh leggings if you need a new pair.
It seems that every fashion person has continued embracing striped tops and sweaters recently, and the staple will continue holding strong this year. So versatile.The beauty of a tweed or textured jacket is that it will bring an instantly-elevated vibe to any look, including an ensemble with leggings. Effortlessly chic.You can’t deny the power of a modern bomber jacket in a looser shape or with retro design details to add that touch of cool to a look.Keep comfy and forward by teaming a relaxed knit or even a knit dress with your trusty black leggings.Quilted coats—especially oversize styles like this one from Frankie Shop—reigned supreme in 2022, and will continue to in 2023 for those chic, effortless silhouettes.
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Perhaps one of the most celebrated female athletes, 11-time Olympic medalist Allyson Felix has made quite a name for herself on the track. At the age of 18, Felix won her first Olympic medal in Athens and later won what would be her last during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where she won bronzeandgold. Then, in the summer of 2022, Felix officially retired from her competitive running career with incredibly impressive, groundbreaking records, holding a total of thirty global medals — further cementing her place as one of the most beloved track and field Olympians of this generation.
As no surprise, Felix’s success off the track is just as remarkable. After contending with an inequitable sponsorship deal with Nike regarding pregnancy protections—or lack thereof—she made a monumental decision to part ways with her longtime sponsor. Today, she is sponsored by Athleta. Allyson continues to push the industry forward, using her platform to inspire real impact as her activism led Nike to eventually change their policy regarding protections for pregnant athletes and new moms — marking a historical industry shift.
Felix has also added “entrepreneur” to her list of accolades with her footwear and lifestyle brand, Saysh. A brand that echoes Felix’s ethos, Saysh aims to create an encouraging and supportive community for women through the power of movement seeking out women-led, women-funded partners for the brand’s recent Series A fundraising round, which brought in $8 million. As most entrepreneurial journeys begin, Felix saw a gap in the market and decided to make a running shoe for herself first to compete in at the Tokyo Olympics. Now, Saysh manufactures two types of running shoes—the Saysh One, and the Saysh Two—with more product innovation on the horizon.
Listen to the latest episode of Second Life to hear how Felix continues to evolve beyond her sport and continues to inspire women around the world. To shop the Saysh collection, keep scrolling.
It's one thing to buy your jeans pre–paint splattered or even DIY the look at home. That we can fully support. But if you unintentionally get some house paint on your new pair of Frame skinnies or smudge your favorite vintage Levi's with acrylic at a paint-and-sip event, you probably want to know how to get it off ASAP. Here's where we can help. Scroll below for the best way on how to remove paint from jeans and other types of denim.
1. If the paint is still fresh, scrape off any excess with a knife or other utensil.
2. Dab the stained area with a towel soaked in warm water.
3. Soak the denim in isopropyl rubbing alcohol (something you should definitely keep on hand for first aid, cleaning electronics, and, yep, laundry).
4. Rub the fabric against itself, and then scrub it with a cleaning brush or toothbrush against the grain of the fabric, lifting as much of the paint off as possible.
5. Rinse the stain in warm water.
6. Toss the jeans in the washing machine, and wash alone in hot water.
In a pinch, you can also use dish soap, hand sanitizer, or hair spray. (The alcohol content in the latter two options helps break up the paint.)
These are much trickier, and you should follow the directions on the back of the paint container because the appropriate solvent can vary, but you will likely need paint thinner or turpentine.
1. Lay the jeans out over a bucket or other container so the stain is facing the bottom.
2. Pour the paint thinner/turpentine on the back of the stain so it loosens from the fabric.
3. Rinse with warm water and repeat if necessary.
4. Launder alone in hot water.
Good luck!
Shop eight pairs of new (paint stain–free) jeans below.
Just the perfect vintage wash.The straight-leg fit makes your legs look miles long.You can never have one too many crisp white jeans.So comfy, you'll never want to take them off.Wear these with loafers to show off the extra-wide cuff.These look like an incredible vintage find but fit like they're perfectly right off the rack.Your new everyday skinnies.The exposed button fly is begging to be worn with a crop top.
