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Forget Knee Length Workout Skirts: Athletic Skirts with Leggings Are In For 2022
Spice up your tennis court look for the new year – ditch the knee length workout skirts and swap them for skirted leggings!
Athletic skirts bear an extensive history, with some of the first instances of women running in skirts dating all the way back to Ancient Greece! Throughout the 19th and early 20th century, the athletic skirt stood as a symbol of women defying the strict gender norms of their time period by competing against men in a variety of sports – sometimes beating them!
The athletic skirt is a versatile piece of clothing for all types of activities, but sometimes a sport can demand more coverage to ensure optimum performance. Whether you’re looking to ditch your knee length workout skirts in favor of a design that is more modest, more comfortable, and as feminine as ever, consider trying out a pair of skirted leggings.
Here’s our guide on how to style a look with skirted leggings and some examples of chic pairs of skirts with leggings to start your collection off with.
The Athletic Look
Out with the old knee length skirts, in with the new skirted leggings for every athlete
Every athlete needs to look their best in order to play their best. Skirted leggings are the perfect way to blend utility with fashion, as they add some spice to every athletic outfit while meeting the needs of most sports. Here are a few examples of how to style skirted leggings for athletic looks.
Dona Jo Skirted Legging in Pied
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You can never have enough patterns when it comes to a skirted legging athletic outfit. By pairing a bright skirted legging, like the Dona Jo Skirted Legging in Pied shown above, you’ll be sure to stand out against your opponents.
If you’re a runner like this Dona Jo tribe member above, your top priority in your athletic wardrobe should be its practicality. While this might be true, you shouldn’t have to sacrifice fashion for practicality. A skirted legging can be a great wardrobe piece for long distance runners and any athlete that practices outside in colder weather.
A great way to dip your toes into the skirted legging world is by trying out one with a pattern on the skirt and a solid color on the leg section. The skirt above has black leggings attached to the brightly colored skirt, but the pieces look separate from one another because of their differing, yet coordinating patterns.
Dona Jo Skirted Legging in Hipster
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Going bold while ditching the knee length athletic skirt in favor of skirted leggings never fails. An intricate floral pattern, animal print, or abstract designs are a fantastic way of making a statement of whatever court, trail, gym, or field you exercise in.
While this Dona Jo pattern was a limited-time design, options like the Dona Jo Skirted Capri in Hipster make for a flirty and fun look no matter what they’re paired with. The Dona Jo tribe member above paired their skirted leggings with a solid colored long sleeve top, which does wonders in balancing out the bold pattern of the bottoms.
If you’re feeling experimental, try out your bold skirted leggings with a differently patterned top or accessory to match. A headband that coordinates with the rest of your outfit can really tie a look together and help you to feel your best during your workout.
The Casual Look
Looking to lounge around and look fashionable while doing so? The skirted legging might be what you’re looking for
Why limit your skirted leggings to just athletic settings? By replacing your old knee length athletic skirts with new, stylish skirted leggings, make the world your runway. Try out some of these looks shown below as a part of your everyday outfits to make the most out of your skirted leggings.
Dona Jo Skirted Legging in White Lily
Price: $86
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If you’re going for a casual look to wear around the house that doubles as an athletic outfit, the Dona Jo Skirted Legging in White Lily is the perfect option. With a simple black and white floral pattern and black leggings, this skirted legging pairs well with nearly any colored top or sweatshirt.
Try out the Dona Jo UltraSoft Jacket in Black with this pair of skirted leggings to go for a monochromatic look that can be dressed up or down. If you really want to stray from the athletic skirt look, try pairing the leggings with a pair of boots and a knitted sweater for the chilly winter and autumn weather.
Dona Jo Love Skirted Legging in Nectar
Price: $86
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Sizes: Size 1 (S), Size 1.5 (M), Size 2 (L), Size 3 (XL)
What could possibly pair more perfectly with a tennis skirt than a classic short sleeve polo? This Dona Jo Skirted Legging in Nectar and the Court Polo in Navy are a great combo if you’re looking to dip your toes into the skirted legging style.
If you’d like to spice this classic look up, try out a boldly colored polo or pair of tennis shoes to add a pop of color to the look and complement the skirted leggings. The options are endless with this combination – class it up with endless accessories or make it functional by adding your sports gear to the ensemble.
Whether you’re looking to start anew for the new year or you just want to revamp your wardrobe, consider swapping out your old knee length tennis skirts for new and fun skirted leggings or capris. Leave your old self in 2021 and reintroduce yourself after new years with this brand new, cute, and functional athletic skirt look.
