Key Takeaways
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A legging is a tight cotton/lycra pant that stops at the ankles, while a tregging is an ultra-tight pant with the appearance of a pants thanks to details like a fake fly and fake back pockets.
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treggings are thicker and more structured than leggings, making them more suitable for a tailored look or a more formal occasion.
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Choose leggings for a casual or sporty outfit, and treggings for a chic and comfortable style at the office or in the evening.
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Introduction to comfortable fashion
Definition of leggings and treggings
The legging is a close-fitting garment that resembles opaque tights but without the feet. Made of stretchy materials such as cotton and lycra, they offer great freedom of movement and comfort of leggings.
The tregging, for its part, is a hybrid between leggings and pants. With trouser details like an elastic waist, a fake zipper and sometimes back pockets, they have the appearance of slim pants while still being offering the stretch and comfort of leggings.
History and evolution
Although leggings have been around since the 1960s, they really gained popularity in the 1980s as active and dance wear. Treggings are a more recent concept, appearing in the early 2010s to meet the demand for clothes with a dressier appearance but also comfortable.
Growing popularity
Today, leggings and treggings have become essential in our wardrobes, worn by women of all ages and all morphologies. Their versatility and versatility make them ideal pieces for a casual, sporty or even chic look depending on the combination.
- 6.3% The global women's leggings market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.3% between 2021 and 2028 to reach $40.5 billion. [1]
- 30% Europe held more than 30% share of the global women's leggings and tights market in 2021. [2]
- 6.1% The forecasted CAGR of the leggings market between 2022 and 2030 according to a study by Reports and Data. [3]
Key differences between leggings and treggings
Materials used
Leggings are generally made from stretchy materials such as cotton, nylon, spandex or lycra for optimal comfort and great freedom of movement. They are soft, breathable and perfect for sports or everyday wear.
On the other hand, treggings are often made from more structured materials such as faux leather, vinyl or even real leather. This gives them a more chic and dressy appearance, ideal for more formal occasions.
At The Oversized Hoodie®, we have chosen to use only high quality materials for our leggings. We believe that clothing should above all be soft, breathable and environmentally friendly for optimal everyday comfort.
— Geoffrey, Founder of The Oversized Hoodie®
Appearance and style
Although both tight, the leggings have a more relaxed and sporty appearance while the treggings are closer to a trousers thanks to its details like a fake fly and fake back pockets.
Treggings often have a shiny or metallic appearance which gives them a trendy and chic style, unlike leggings more opaque and sober.
Uses and features
Leggings are a versatile item of clothing that can be worn while playing sports, lounging around the house, or creating casual and relaxed outfits. It offers great freedom of movement.
Treggings, for their part, are intended more for urban and fashion use. With its dressed appearance, it allows you to create chic and elegant looks while maintaining the comfort of leggings.
One of our customers, Léa, recently shared her experience with us with our fleece leggings.
"At first, I was skeptical about the comfort of leggings with an inner lining. But from the first time I put them on, I was won over! It's a incomparably soft while being breathable I wear it in all circumstances, whether going for a run or simply relaxing at home."
At The Oversized Hoodie®, this feedback confirms our choice to use superior quality materials.
Also read: Tights or leggings ?
How to choose and wear ?
Depending on the occasion
For intense sporting activity such as fitness, running or yoga, choose technical leggings in breathable material. A tregging would be too hot and unsuitable.
On the other hand, for a evening or a special occasion, tregging is the ideal option. Its sophisticated and trendy appearance makes it perfect for going out.
Depending on its morphology
Leggings are suitable for most body types because their close-fitting cut highlights the curves. However, for curvy women, a tregging can be more flattering because its structured appearance erases small imperfections.
For thin or athletic women, leggings remain an excellent option that hugs perfectly. A tregging could be too loose and lack shape.
| Morphology | Leggings Recommended | Tregging Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Slim/Athletic Woman | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfectly fits the shapes and highlights the slender silhouette. |
⭐⭐⭐ May lack shape and appear too loose on a thin silhouette. |
| Curvy Woman | ⭐⭐⭐ Can mark small imperfections on the hips/thighs. |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The more structured appearance is ideal for erasing small irregularities. |
| H morphology | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Emphasizes the slim waist and generous hips. |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ The curve of the tregging highlights this feminine silhouette. |
| Morphology in A | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for enhancing slender legs and narrow hips. |
⭐⭐⭐ Can give a too loose effect at the hips. |
Depending on the season
In summer, there's nothing like light cotton leggings to stay cool. faux leather or vinyl treggings will be too hot and uncomfortable.
Conversely, in winter, a tregging will bring a chic and elegant touch to your outfits while protecting you from the cold thanks to its materials more insulating.
Style Tips
For a casual and trendy look, pair your black treggings with a loose t-shirt, a denim jacket and high top sneakers. Add a cap for a streetwear touch.
In winter, focus on comfort and warmth by wearing imitation leather treggings with a sweater oversize in chunky knit, a warm scarf and chunky lined boots.
For a more sophisticated look, opt for a shiny or metallic tregging that you can accessorize with a flowing blouse, a blazer jacket, patent pumps and a pretty handbag.
In our opinion, the key to wearing treggings well is accessorizing. Don't be afraid to dare to contrast materials and styles to create a trendy and personalized look, like combining vinyl treggings with an oversized knit sweater.
— Geoffrey, Founder of The Oversized Hoodie®
Recommended accessories
The thin belts at the waist will highlight your figure and bring a touch of style to your tregging outfit.
A scarf tied in the hair or a pretty silk scarf will add a feminine and elegant note.
fancy jewelry like a choker necklace or large earrings will enhance a plain tregging for a sharp look.
Don't forget the small handbags and belt bags which will perfectly complement the treggings outfits for a modern look and city car.
Also read: How to choose the size of your leggings ?
How much do leggings or treggings cost ?
The price of leggings or treggings varies greatly depending on the brand, materials and details.
For basic leggings in cotton, you will find models from €10-15 at low-cost brands. Big brands like Reebok or Nike offer technical leggings for sports between €40 and €80.
As for treggings, count on at least €20-30 for a simple cotton model from mainstream brands. treggings in faux leather or with fashion details like zips or rivets start at €40-50.
At luxury labels, a high-end tregging in real leather or latex can easily reach €200 to €500 at Balmain , Givenchy or other brands premium.
Also read: How to wear leggings when you're curvy ?
Where to buy your women's leggings and treggings ?
You will easily find leggings and treggings in most ready-to-wear brands such as H&M, Zara, Pimkie, Camaïeu, etc. superstores like Auchan or Carrefour also offer affordable models.
For sports brands like Adidas, Nike or Reebok, go to their boutiques or on their websites to find the latest innovations in terms of leggings technical.
Finally, e-shops like Asos, Boohoo, Missguided and Amazon are full of a vast choice of leggings and treggings for all styles and budgets.
The Oversized Hoodie is the specialist in high-end fleece leggings available in a wide variety of colors and sizes.
Trends and the future of fashion
Innovations in fabrics
The brands continue to innovate to create leggings and treggings ever more comfortable, breathable and techniques. We are seeing the emergence of ultra-fine, light materials but also thermo-regulating or anti-humidity fabrics.
Emerging trends
If opaque leggings remain a must-have, there is a trend for transparent leggings or semi-transparent to wear with tunics or long tops.
The tregging also continues to reinvent itself with ever more daring prints, visible seams for a rock look or metallic details for a trendy style.
Tips for staying up to date
To stay up to date with the latest trends, follow the Instagram accounts of fashion influencers and don't hesitate to subscribe to the newsletters of your favorite brands .
Also keep an eye on the catwalks of the fashion weeks which give an overview of the new items to come in the next collections.
Conclusion
Whether leggings or treggings, this feminine and comfortable garment has definitely conquered our wardrobes. Thanks to their versatility and their style, these essential pieces adapt to all morphologies and occasions .
| Characteristic | Leggings | Tregging |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | Cotton, lycra, nylon | Faux leather, vinyl, real leather |
| Appearance | Tight-fitting, casual | Tight-fitting, trouser look |
| Style | Sporty, casual | Chic, dressed |
| Uses | Sport, relaxation, casual | Outings, special occasions |
| Morphology | All body types | Flatterer for curvy |
| Price | €10 to €80 | 20€ to 500€ |
Don't hesitate to adopt them and accessorize as you wish to create casual looks, chic or sporty through through the seasons!
FAQ
What are legging pants ?
A legging pants is a tight-fitting garment from the feet to the waist, made of stretchable materials such as cotton or lycra. It is a hybrid between tights and trousers which offers comfort and freedom of movement.
What is the difference between jeggings and treggings ?
A jegging is a legging which imitates the appearance of a jean thanks to its visible seams and its denim look . A tregging is more like a pant with a waist, a fly and sometimes pockets.
What is the difference between leggings and jogging pants ?
Unlike leggings which are tight-fitting, joggings are loose pants in fleece with a elasticated waist. It is warmer and comfortable for relaxing.
What shoes to wear with a tregging ?
With treggings, you can opt for sneakers for a casual look, ankle boots for a style rock or pumps for a dressy outfit.
What are jeggings ?
The jeggings is the contraction of "jeans" and "leggings".These are leggings which imitate the appearance of jeans with their visible seams and their denim look but in a stretch material.
Jeggings: for which body type ?
Thanks to their tight cut, the jeggings are suitable for most morphologies. They can be a good option for curvy women because their jean look is more flattering than leggings.
References
[1] "Women's Tights And Leggings Market Size Report, 2028", GrandViewResearch.com
[2] "Women's Tights and Leggings Market - Industry Forecast 2030", SkyQuestt.com
[3] "Leggings Market Size, Share, Trends Forecast 2030", ReportsAndData.com
Updated May 15, 2024
