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If Parisians Walked Around in Leggings Like It Girls in NYC and L.A. Do, They'd Choose This Expensive-Looking Color Trend

By Swedan Margen

If Parisians Walked Around in Leggings Like It Girls in NYC and L.A. Do, They'd Choose This Expensive-Looking Color Trend

In NYC and L.A., leggings are more than just workout gear: they're worn to brunch, errands, and even casual dinners. But in a city like Paris, the situation is different. Parisians only really wear leggings when exercising. However, if they were to walk around in leggings, they would probably skip black leggings and choose the color Jennifer Lopez recently wore—navy.

Yesterday, while arriving at a studio to rehearse for her new Las Vegas residency, she was seen wearing a navy crewneck sweatshirt, navy leggings, white socks, and white sneakers. For accessories, she chose a slouchy black leather shoulder bag and, in true J.Lo fashion, oversize sunglasses.

Navy leggings are just as classic and timeless as black ones, but they're a bit more understated and elegant. Also, compared to black, they're not as stark. Instead, they're soft and refined, which is why Parisians, known for their tasteful dressing, would likely be seen wearing them while strolling along the Seine or hunting for antiques at flea markets.

That said, if you want to update your leggings collection this winter with a pair that looks expensive enough for chic Parisians to wear, keep scrolling to explore the best navy leggings. Plus, discover J.Lo's winter leggings outfit and shop the pieces to re-create her look.

Jennifer lopez wears a navy sweatshirt, navy leggings, white socks, white sneakers, and a black leather shoulder bag.

On Jennifer Lopez: ALO High-Waist Airlift Leggings ($134)

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High-Waist Airlift Legging - Navy

Alo Yoga

High-Waist Airlift Leggings

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Aritzia, Cozy Sweatfleece Perfect Crew Sweatshirt

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Cozy Sweatfleece Perfect Crew Sweatshirt

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Hue Women's Mini Crew Sock 6-Pack, White, One Size

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Mini Crew Sock 6-Pack

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Cozy Tech Pocket Leggings

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High-Rise 7/8 Length Good Karma Leggings

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Everyday Space Dye High Waist Pocket Leggings

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90% of fashion people in NYC own Splits59 leggings.

Offline by Aerie Real Me High Waisted Crossover Legging

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Real Me High Waisted Crossover Leggings

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Salutation Stash High Rise 7/8 Leggings

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