Michelle Tse, 19
Toronto
Wearing: Nine West.
What shoes wouldn’t work with this look?Running shoes.
Is this strictly a winter fashion statement? No, I love patterned stockings year-round.
Have leggings taken over the skinny jeans trend? I wear both pretty liberally. I think they make legs look skinnier.
Susanne Wand, 21
Düsseldorf, Germany
Wearing: Steve Madden.
What shoes go with this legwear?More casual styles. You can combine it with something more elegant.
What shoes wouldn’t work with this look? Peep-toe booties.
Have leggings taken over the skinny jeans trend? I don’t think so. Jeans will never be replaced.
Maria Rybakova, 20
St. Petersburg, Russia
Wearing: Steve Madden.
What shoes go with this legwear?Boots, maybe flats.
What shoes wouldn’t work with this look? Sneakers.
Is this strictly a winter fashion statement? No. Tights are a nice accessory to add to skirts and dresses.
Where do you find cool tights? Anthropologie or Express.
Bianca Bailey, 25
Washington, DC
Wearing: Chris Kane for TopShop.
What shoes go with this legwear?Really high heels. They’re versatile, though.
What did you choose first today, your shoes, apparel or legwear? I threw these leggings on this morning because I’m running a lot of errands today. They’re surprisingly warm.
Penelope Kranitakis, 37
Athens, Greece
Wearing: Steve Madden.
What shoes go with this legwear?Combat boots, ankle boots, thigh-highs, slouchy boots.
Is this strictly a winter fashion statement? I’ll wear them this spring. They’re easy to wear.
Have leggings taken over the skinny jeans trend? Yes. I think they’re just more comfortable.
