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Graziadaily
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Is It Time To Give The Divisive Jeans A Second Chance?
As part of my job, I spend hours scrolling through websites, tracking what's trending and what people are adding to their baskets. One morning, I stopped in my tracks - there they were again: M&S was selling a pair of jeggings with 11,870 reviews, a 4.4-star rating, and 75% of shoppers recommending them, already running low in stock. Jeggings defined a particular moment in fashion history. Picture this: Spring 2010, they were the skinny-fit staple you wore with a Chloé Paddington slung over your arm and an Alexander McQueen scarf looped around your neck. But while they promised the stretch of leggings with the look of jeans, many fell out of love with them because they weren't as comfortable as we hoped, never mind the the endless adjusting and inevitable elastane fatigue. But the day we never thought would come has arrived, and, now, they've been reimagined. Today's versions are softer, more sculpting, and cut from fabrics that lift and flatter, with elasticated high waistbands for ease. One M&S reviewer summed it up simply, saying they had 'waited for these to come back into stock' and that they love 'the fit'. According to Megan, a stylist at Silkfred, the jegging's enduring appeal comes from 'comfort and ease of movement while still giving you the streamlined look of denim.' She describes them as 'polarising' because they sit in the 'in-between space of jeans and leggings' and can instantly conjure memories of the early 2010s - the era of over-styled club looks, heavy eyeliner, and dodgy digital camera snaps. Still, she pointed out that for anyone who loves the feel of leggings and wants skinny silhouettes back in their wardrobe, jeggings are 'an incredibly practical option.' On whether we're seeing a genuine revival, Megan links the resurgence to fashion's wider knack for anything nostalgic, saying that with retailers like M&S reintroducing them, more brands are leaning into the late-2000sand early 2010s aesthetic. She doesn't expect them to dominate denim trends - 'we never saw a jegging on the runway' - but said the rise of comfort-first dressing and body-contouring styles is helping them find their audience again. While Megan believes jeggings will always carry a nostalgic edge, they can be rendered a classic style if worn in minimal ways. Her advice? 'They can look timeless when styled in a minimal, elevated way. Perhaps a dark indigo wash or black jeggings with a crisp, oversized shirt, a blazer, and pointed flats. The key is keeping the rest of the outfit simple and avoiding the over-styled early-2010s look we remember from their first heyday.' In short, jeggings may never reclaim their 2010 peak, but in fashion, no trend is ever truly gone for good. 1. M&S, Ultra High Ankle Leather Jeggings 2. M&S, High Waisted Jeggings Indigo Mix 3. M&S, High-Waisted Jeggings Indigo 4. Next, Dark Blue Jersey Denim Legging 5. White Stuff, Janey Jeggings Renee Washington , Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Amanda Holden, 54, showcases her ageless appearance in a LBD as she continues her luxury holiday in Greece
showcased her ageless appearance in a stunning Instagram snap as she continued her luxury holiday in Corfu, Greece on Wednesday. The Britain's Got Talent judge, 54, put on a very leggy display in the Silkfred LBD as she struck a pose. The stunner showed off her sun-kissed skin in the glowing selfie, teaming her ensemble with black high-heels. Amanda looked sensational in the black chiffon dress with a tie neck and plunging neckline. During her holiday, Amanda shared a sweet snap with her husband Chris Hughes, 51, to whom she has been married since 2008 after meeting in 2003. Alongside the Instagram post, Amanda - who shares daughters Lexi, 19, and Hollie, 13, with her husband - shared the sweet caption: 'To the moon and back….8:8', with a heart and moon emoji attached. And music producer Chris proved his wife is not the only ageless one as he showcased his jet black locks and extremely smooth complexion. It seems a number of Amanda's fans could not believe how youthful the pair look, with an onslaught of comments marvelling at their good looks. A number of Amanda's 2.5million followers shared their thoughts, penning: 'No grey hair's what's your secret??... Beautiful... 'Although, it would appear that you both are not aging, which for the rest of us is dreadfully unfair... As my Nan would say what a handsome couple. You both look radiant... Chris hasn't aged in 20 years!' The reference to the date appeared to be a nod to the annual occurence of the Lion's Gate Portal - an astrological sign to manifest 'heart-based desires'. The event is detailed as: 'On August 8th, the Lion's Gate Portal aligns with the heliacal rising of the star Sirius within the constellation of Leo. The energy is ripe for manifesting our innermost, heart-based desires.' Chris, who is a former drummer and now producer for artists including Paul McCartney, Robert Plant and Tears for Fears, is a rare feature on Amanda's social media, due to his loathing of the spotlight. Amanda reflected on his feelings in an interview with The Times last month, saying: 'He can't stand the limelight and hates red carpets.' Alongside the Instagram post, Amanda, who shares daughters Lexi, 19, and Hollie, 13, with her husband, shared the sweet caption: 'To the moon and back….8:8', with a heart and moon emoji attached. It seems a number of Amanda's fans could not believe how youthful the pair look, with an onslaught of comments marvelling at their good looks Chris is Amanda's second husband, after her marriage to Family Fortunes legend Les Dennis, whom she married in 1995 when she was 22 and he was 40 before splitting in 2000 when her affair with Men Behaving Badly star Neil Morrissey came to light She revealed that the couple, who met in 2003, often lock horns - most recently over the purchase of their £7million property in Cobham, Surrey. Amanda revealed Chris had 'no say', saying: 'All the decisions about the house are mine. He hates it and argues with me all the time and then says I was right.' Chris is Amanda's second husband, after her marriage to Family Fortunes legend Les Dennis, whom she married in 1995 when she was 22 and he was 40 before splitting in 2000 when her affair with Men Behaving Badly star Neil Morrissey came to light. They later rekindled their romance but separated in 2002 and divorced in 2003. She went on to marry Chris in a Christmas-themed wedding in St Margaret's Church in Somerset in December 2008, where F1 driver David Coulthard was best man.
