As someone who is very familiar with leggings slang and terminology, I have never heard the term 7/8 leggings until I found it online recently. So, in this post I will answer the question what are 7/8 leggings and why should you care.
As a very known clothing item, the leggings have their place in every girl’s closet, tell me a girl who doesn’t own at least one pair of leggings and I will show you a liar. And while most girls own this popular item, most don’t know enough about it, this is what this website is about, and we are exploring the 7/8 yoga pants today.
So what are 7/8 leggings anyway?
If you’re not a tall person, or even average, let’s say 5’4 or below, you probably already know this answer. Wearing regular size leggings are too long for people who are less than 5’4, the pants get caught up in things or they just don’t look good. Enter the 7/8 leggings, which you can probably guess by the name:
A 7/8 legging is a pair where the inseam is 1/8th shorter than a full length style leggings.
Some girls will say that wearing Capris will make it look like you cut off the legs and full length leggings will make your legs look short as we already discussed. The 7/8 leggings seems to be just right. Perfect size.
Where can I find the 7/8 leggings
As it turns out, this type of leggings is very popular and most of the major brands have many options in the 7/8 legging category. Fitness brands like Adidas leggings or Lululemon offer the stylish shorter version and you can get these at many different fabric types and colors.
The 7/8 leggings will make you look taller
YUP, you didn’t hear it from me ( or maybe you just have ) but no matter how tall you are, wearing a 7/8 legging will make it look like your legs are just a little bit longer than they really are. So if you want to give out that look, these will be a good choice.
Here’s what Lisa Ndukwe from Sweaty Betty had to say about the leggings when asked how popular they are:
” The style hits a woman’s calf in a more flattering manner, since their launch, the 7/8th length leggings has grown to be very popular among our Betties,”
And she knows what she’s talking about as she is the Head of Design with the brand.
Top reasons to go with a 7/8 leggings:
- They make it look like you’re taller than you really are
- They make it look like your legs are taller.
- They offer sleek silhouette ( which is awesome )
PRO TIP -> Combine the 7/8 leggings with another flattering design element like the high rise waist band and you have a super look on your hands ( or body )
Top reasons to NOT go with 7/8 leggings:
- If it’s really cold. you will feel the cold air on your exposed skin
- Some girls went on to say that it actually made them look shorter
- If you’re not 5’4 or low, these might look like cropped leggings on you
Rule of thumb is, just try it on, and see if it fits you nicely. If you like it, that’s all that matters anyway right?
