Sweaters and leggings are the ultimate comfortable, easy-to-wear outfit. You can dress-up this classic look, or dress it way down. We’ve picked 5 sweater and leggings combos that should keep you warm, cute, and comfortable until spring.

1. Extreme Cowlick Pullover and Sweater Leggings

This over-sized sweater is just cute enough to make it work with everything, but especially leggings. It’s roomy, relaxed fit will eventuate your stellar stems in whatever footwear you decide to don. Priced at $275. We chose to pair this sweater with the above leggings because, duh, they are darling, but also because we love the legging’s detail. Priced at $68.

2. Slouchy Tunic and Lacy Leggings

Sexy and slouchy: That’s the name we’d give this outfit. Obviously, the sweater is the slouchy part of this ensemble, but you’ll look like anything but a slouch in this sweater. While this top is  shapeless, it effortlessly drapes the human form. Priced at $148. Now, the leggings pictured above are definitely sexy. While we wouldn’t suggest wearing these leggings out without a skirt — or a slouchy sweater — we love that these leggings challenge the whole “Netflix and chill” label this piece of clothing has acquired. Priced at $48.

3. T-Neck and Soft Legging

You know those February days that feel and smell just like spring? This is the sunny outfit to wear on that day. We love this t-neck because it’s simple, vintage inspired, and sexy. Priced at $98. And, yeah, these leggings are just leggings, but its hue is beautiful and we love how its bottoms are ruffled. Priced at $29.95.

4. Ida Cardigan and Side-Zip Leggings

Grandpa cardigans never go out of style — especially when you pair them with form-fitting leggings. This cardigan is $268 and has a deep, earthy hue, which thankfully pairs well with these side-zip leggings. The leggings, priced at $118, are simple and resemble pants, which will allow you to get a lot of wear out of them.

5. Pullover Sweater and Leggings

If you like looking soft and fluffy while feeling soft, this combo is the best on the list. This white, fluffy, “wraparound” sweater — priced at $12.49 — pairs extremely well with these light pink leggings, which are priced at $153.99. While this is a casual outfit, you could sass either of these pieces up easily.

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This week’s look is inspired by tumblr: As 2013 wraps up, they’ve tallied the top tags of the year, and for fashion, #grunge was a big hit. Here’s a favorite look packed with grunge texture for a bit of 90s nostalgia. 

1. Teal Wash Boxy Tee by Raquel Allegra

Just enough fade and just enough color, this boxy tee by Raquel Allegra is great for a cozy, grunge day. Raquel Allegra, now in her thirteenth season, is sold in stores around the world, but all her clothing is made in the USA. This garment is dyed with natural indigo, and free of chemical dyes.

Heist, $210 

2. High Rise Hewson Maria Leggings by J Brand

Did you know J Brand is made in the USA? And these leggings are no exception. Tight fitting and high waisted, they are a great grab for any look.

Avenue 32, $270

3. Horse and Calf Leather Hightops by James Kearns

Yes, please, these shoes are so cool! Each James Kearns shoe is handmade in London in small quantities and often made to order. We’d match these shoes with jeans and a loose fitting tee or even pair with a dress. Cool and comfortable, they are a perfect grounding to the grunge look.

James Kearns, please contact for price

4. Jasper Arrowhead Ring by Pamela Love

NYC-based jewelry artist Pamela Love has been committed to sustainable and local production since the inception of her line in 2006. Today all her pieces are produced in NYC’s Garment District, from design to final product. This arrowhead ring is set in sterling silver and each piece is naturally unique.

imogene + willie, $625

5. Larimar Pendant by Nallik

Simple yet bold, the raw feel of this Larimar pendant by Nallik can go with any outfit and mood. Handmade in Berlin, Nallik uses all raw precious and semi-precious stones, and the brand swears by their unique properties. The Larimar stone used in this piece is said to relax tempers, calm fears, and relieve stress.

A Boy Named Sue, $154

6. Leonard Tortoise by Illesteva

Handmade in Italy, these sunglasses will last you a lifetime. Illesteva has done collaborations with Lou Reed, House of Waris and Zac Posen, as well as been worn by some big-time celebs. A strong pair of sunglasses for a reasonable price, we love these Leonard Tortise frames.

Illesteva, $165

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You don’t have to pack away your dresses as fall approaches, just cover up those legs! Or throw on a bulky sweater and a pair of leggings and you’re out the door. Here are six of our favorite ethical and organic leggings that on trend for cooler weather (think patterns and texture). 

Bright Print Leggings by FAIR+True Sustain

These tribal print leggings mix the best of the patterned pant and geometric trends for a versatile pop of color.  Made from sustainable modal fabric in the UK, the leggings are a great bottom from an oversized color-blocked sweater or a simple black dress. FAIR + true is an emerging eco-fashion brand based in London dedicated to producing responsible and sustainable clothing for the hip urbanite.

Fashion Conscience, £40.00

Leopard Leggings by People Tree

Made by one of our favorite brands dedicated to ethical production, People Tree is a sustainable clothing label based in the UK. Many of People Tree’s garments are produced ethically in Bangladesh, but their organic leggings were made by Assisi, an Indian organization partnering with skilled fairtrade artisans and contemporary style. Ninety-five percent organic cotton and a wee bit of elastane keep these stretchy and breathable too.

People Tree, £32.00

Perforated Leggings by Pima Doll

Do your long limbs pose a legging length issue? Never seem to fit right? Then these extra long leggings are your responsible and stylish option! PIMA DOLL designs exclusively with the finest quality cotton in the world–Pima cotton, partners closely with their Peruvian artisan employees, and upcycles their fabric scraps.

Pima Doll, on sale for $48

Fragment Leggings by Micaela Greg

When cold weather comes rolling in the undeniable quality of Micaela Greg is bound to keep you cozy and styling this fall. San Francisco-based sisters, Karen and Marie Potesta, design and produce beautiful knitwear right in their SF studio. Sourcing the finest Italian yarns, their knitwear is full of “artful quality and boyish cool aesthetic.”

Micaela Greg, $220

Grey Recycled Polyester Leggings by Camilla Norrback

Norrback, a Swedish label, designs garments using only organic or responsible materials, and produces domestically in Europe. These leggings hold an extra ethical twist–they are made from recycled polyester. Upcycled indeed, wear them with a tunic dress and riding boots and you’re ready for an active day outside in brisk fall weather.

Fashion Conscience, on sale for £27.20

Casual Pants by Goodone

My favorite of them all, I love these Goodone leggings for their urban punch. Designed with style in mind, these leggings are made with three fabric types: panels on the outer leg from repurposed British wool boucle, organic cotton ponte and the inner leg is modal. As always, Goodone is made in the UK. Stylish and comfortable, these leggings are a must have.

Yoox, $159

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I don’t know how many times I have women tell me they can’t wear leggings and tunics: “I look pregnant!”

While it’s true it takes a bit of finesse to avoid looking like you’re with child, leggings and tunics are a wardrobe staple and they’re not going anywhere soon.
How to wear?

First, when wearing leggings, it’s best to wear a top that can be cinched in at the waist or goes straight down to your hips. By pulling in some forced tailoring on the top, not only does it make you look trendy, it offers onlookers verification that the only bump you have is from lunch.

One of the biggest mistakes women make with leggings is going for a flouncy top with a too high empire cut or yoking that creates more material than necessary just below the bra-line. While this is appealing if you’re feeling bloated, it’s a surefire way to have your friends who may not have seen you in a while say “How far along are you?!”

Leggings are cute with flats or heels, heels elongating the leg of course.

There are so many different types of leggings that have evolved since they hit the market some years ago that I laughed when I saw this Marie Claire article talking about “jeggings,” which are just really tight-fitting jeans.

Guilty of wearing the jegging perhaps more than I should, I admit to being obsessed with Prairie Underground’s denim legging (I own six pairs).
They stretch like crazy, have stylish details and change seasonally.

This fall, look to your favorite eco-boutique for their Tuxedo Leggings that will glam up any evening.

I’ve already ordered two. Is that bad?

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