Leggings are not pants! I repeat, leggings are not pants! However, that doesn’t mean you can’t pull off wearing leggings in public.
The best way to wear leggings is finding a clever way to cover your behind without necessarily wearing a dress.
So the practical solution would be a longer shirt or cardigan, which I think looks great for the winter. I also think long trench coats or lapels make amazing outfits when paired with leggings.
I don’t always like wearing pants or jeans, so leggings are a great alternative.
They are usually very comfortable and stretchy, so I can move easily. My sister bought this beige long shirt for me for Christmas and due to the length, I thought it was appropriate to wear leggings and knee high boots. A long coat also helps to add some dimension and layering, which is what I did since it was freezing outside.
Overall, wearing leggings is totally doable, but just make sure you do it in a classy way and go for longer tops or outerwear.
