So, you know I’ve been counting down the Top 5 favorite posts from 2013 according to the readers.
Well…this post won by a landslide.
Have any guesses what it is?
FAVORITE #1 is…
LEGGINGS 101: Leggings are NOT Pants!
CAN I GET A QUICK AMEN FROM THE PEOPLE?
If you want to see the post in it’s original form, click HERE.
Today I’m going to re-post all of the important parts from the original post, PLUS some updates.
In the original post I highlighted several different types of leggings, but since then I found THE BEST PAIR OF LEGGINGS KNOWN TO MAN and named them a MUST HAVE! And, many of the things I talked about in the first post are no longer available, so I’ve found similar items that are current (and still available). I also have pictures of my own personal leggings outfits that I’ve created after buying the MUST HAVE leggings for myself.
So, Let’s Get Started!
Oh, and speaking of Andrea.
Look what she sent me this morning after seeing this post.
Did you just spit out your coffee?
I don’t blame you.
LAUGHING. SO. HARD.
Hey, if you don’t listen to me on this important subject matter.
Listen to Ryan. He is wise beyond his years.
this post today is for you!
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| only original source from above found HERE (Carly at C Style in her black and white cardi on bottom left) |
but did you also pay attention to the text?
Lean in and listen carefully to the following lesson:
When wearing leggings,
THROW ON SOME BOOTS AND PILE ON THE LAYERS
THAT my friends is the key to how to wear leggings.
BOOTS.
AND LAYERS.
(You can also wear flats with leggings, but I just prefer boots.)
Oh. There is one more very important key to wearing leggings.
MAKE SURE YOUR CROTCH IS COVERED.
There.
I said it.
LEGGINGS ARE NOT PANTS PEOPLE.
If I could make the above statement flash and shoot streamers out of your computer,
please know that I would.
Layers can include several of the following:
a tank, a t-shirt, a tunic, a button up, a sweater, a cardigan, a scarf, boot socks, etc.
The list goes on and on.
LAYER IT UP PEOPLE
(FYI: I took it upon myself to take the notes for you.)
Now before we get to the layering part, let’s start out by talking about the actual leggings.
There’s nothing worse than a legging that is partially see-through, that
bags in the knees after a couple of hours of wear, or that doesn’t wash
well.
So, if you are ready to rock a legging, here’s what you need to do first:
Invest in a good pair of leggings.
(And by invest…I mean spend around $40 instead of around $20. We’re
not talking about having to drop a lot of cash, so don’t skimp.)
$20 makes all the different in the world when it comes to the quality of a legging.
Here are some of my favorite options out there right now:
1) HUE ultra wide waistband leggings HERE
THESE HAVE A CRAZY NUMBER OF 5 STAR REVIEWS!!!!
(SINCE THE ORIGINAL POST THESE LEGGINGS WERE NAMED A MUST HAVE!_
TRUST ME.
THEY. ARE. FABULOUS.
2) waxed espresso leggings no longer available
Reviews are mixed on these, but I’ve received several e-mails about a denim legging,
so I thought I would include these.
Here is a review (one of 279 5 star ratings!) from the wide band leggings (in grey in above collage on the left) and below in black. (Again, since the original post, these have now
been named a MUST HAVE!)
are my favorite leggings by far. They fit true to size, they hold up
well wash after wash, and they keep their shape very well while wearing
them! My husband always asks me if they are new every time I put them
on, and says that he likes the way they look. I think they are just
plain comfy. The price point
is great too – an ideal legging!
There are 18 reviews of these and 13 are 5 STARS!
Lots of people e-mailed me about the following camisoles saying they are great to wear with leggings under other shirts.
BP stretch camisole HERE
Apparently they do a nice job “of creating nice and smooth muffin top”.
I mean, hilarious.
That speaks to me.
I shall order 3.
(black, white, and oatmeal).
THEY ARE ONLY $12 people and they come in 14 colors!
cami HERE
And I’ve also received several reader comments about the Zella Live In Leggings HERE.
They are a little more expensive, but they have 771 5 STAR reviews!
You might want to check them out!
Thanks for the recommendation Kim. 🙂
BUT AGAIN…..I named the following a MUST HAVE since the original post.
(And this is just a side note…but apparently all of the excitement made my hair look stupid.
SERIOUSLY. What the heck is wrong with my hair? It looks like I got caught in a rain storm, and then some sort of a wind tunnel, and then didn’t brush it for like 5 days after that…..and then I took a picture. Anyway, please disregard the hair.)
Cognac Wedge Boots HERE – still 40% off and still freaking amazing
*I LOVE these boots for my leggings because they fit closely on my calf and there isn’t a big space that often happens when wearing boots with leggings.
Target Long and Lean tanks HERE
These are great for wearing under casual t-shirts with your leggings.
White shirt HERE (if you’re tall, this wouldn’t be long enough for leggings)
Long grey t-shirt sold out (sorry!)
Blardigan HERE
*And just as a side note…I think I wore my blardigan with my leggings 5/7 days one week over Christmas break. Don’t judge.
*Also of note….I get on average of 3 e-mails PER DAY about the blardigan. You ladies are just as crazy as I am, and I enjoy that.
Anyhoo.
These leggings rock and they are so easy to pair with so many different looks!
leggings are a nice OPAQUE black and do not become too thin or sheer
when put on. The material doesn’t sag or bunch, and they hug my body
perfectly without being too tight. The “ultra wide” waistband puts the
leggings into the PERFECT category for me. It hugs my tummy without
being constricting and they are SO comfortable. I am 5’4″, a size 4 in
pants, and the size SMALL was perfect for me. They were a couple of
inches too long, but I plan on only wearing them with boots, so I didn’t
mind just folding them up. (And I think this is a good thing for
taller ladies!)
Another
review said,usually too tight in the leg, too long in the leg and too constricting
in the waist. None of that exists in this Hue ultra wide waistband
legging. I bought four pair, two black, one gray and one navy. Versatile
and warm, excellent with booties and tunic tops.
DID YOU HEAR THAT?
This chick isn’t even normally like leggings, and she bought FOUR pair!
great for you taller girls. I couldn’t wear mine with flats, but I
don’t mind folding them up for my boots! If you’re taller, then I’m
guessing you could choose to wear them with flats.
I have received COUNTLESS (seriously, probably over 100) messages from you guys about the MUST HAVE leggings since my initial post.
I thought I would share just 3 of them.
been following your blog for a few months now, and I LOVE it! I’ve
bought several of the pieces you’ve recommended and I love everything.
But I wanted to tell you that I really really LOVE the Hue extra wide
waistband leggings. I got mine in the mail on Friday, and I wore them on
Saturday from 4:30am until midnight. It was a long day of traveling,
tailgating…etc. and they held up SO well! No stretching or gaping and
they were super comfy. It sounds like you and I are about the same size
and the small was perfect. A little long, but under boots it’s no big
deal. I’m a stay at home mom of a 4 year old and a 9 month old and I
know I will LIVE in these things all winter. I just ordered the gray
ones this morning since the black ones were so great. Keep up the good
work!!!
Good call on making these leggings a MUST HAVE. I have had a gray pair
and a black pair for about a year and a half and they still look brand
new. This is saying a lot since I wear them at least once a week. Best
$40ish ever spent!
Cori
Dearest Sheaffer,
I have bought every single one of your must haves, and I love all of them. But the leggings? The leggings are my favorite by far. I find myself forcing myself to wear other things in my closet. They truly should be a MUST HAVE for every woman in the world. Thanks so much for the recommendation. I have never owned a pair of leggings before, and never imagined that I would, but I am now a believer in leggings.
Lindsay
ANYWAY.
Believe me.
And if you don’t believe me, BELIEVE Abby and Cori and Lindsay!
I went back thru some old pics on my phone, and I found some of my favorite looks with my MUST HAVE leggings.
Sources for other items in above collage:
1st pic: items sold out
2nd pic: White sweatshirt tunic HERE
3rd pic: Caslon tunic HERE
4th pic: Caslon tunic HERE
5th pic: Anthropologie, sold out
And for a way more casual look than the outfits in the above collage, I LOVE LOVE LOVE pairing my leggings with my J Crew Factory tunic HERE, a long and lean Target tank HERE, and my Hunter boots HERE.
(These exact scarves are sold out, but I have some great scarf options at the bottom of the post.)
When worn properly, leggings are GREATNESS!
You know, now is as good a time as any to discuss a blog
comment that I received just last week…a good 2 months after this
original post went live.
If you know me personally you know that I try to avoid controversy and that I’m a pleaser by nature,
but this was too good not to share.
I do need to preface this next picture by saying if you are easily offended by foul language, you might want to scroll down just a bit (even though the curse words are covered). To say this woman PASSIONATELY disagrees with me and my stance on leggings would be an understatement.
My friend Andrea blurred out all of the curse words….and yes, there were lots of them.
Told you she was passionate.
Here’s what my anonymous (surprise, surprise) commenter had to say about my original Leggings are Not Pants Post.
I think it’s a nice touch that Andrea used my horrendous face to block out the nasty words,
don’t you? And at the very last minute last night…I put hearts over the code word that Andrea had used to disguise the real word that the commenter had left about what she wanted to throw in my face. I didn’t want to run the risk of anybody being offended (even by the code word).
I MEAN.
CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?
I must, this level of passion was a bit unexpected. 🙂
And I have one question, is it weird that thing I WAS OFFENDED MOST BY was the fact that she called me old?
That was just mean.
🙂
I would like to tell the anonymous commenter that I’m going to go ahead and stand by my original stance that leggings are in fact NOT pants.
I guess we’re just going to have to AGREE TO DISAGREE.
And for the record, Ryan is still on my side. He is so loyal.
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| Once again, created by my genius friend Andrea. |
The “leggings still aren’t pants” part made me laugh sooooo hard!
However, although they are not pants (all that I mean by that is that you need to pay attention to the length of your shirt), if worn correctly, they can definitely be part of a great outfit.
Like in this look!
Don’t you love it?
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| original source not found |
Put the above look together yourself with the following:
cable knit cardigan picture sold out, but similar HERE and HERE
denim tunic shirt HERE, scarf sold out but similar HERE
other leggings in picture, bu HUE MUST HAVE black leggings now recommended HERE,
brown Penny boots HERE and boot socks HERE
I mean really. You can’t get more cozy than this look!
I love how the tall socks add just 1 more layer to the outfit!
Here are some current options I found for long tops and cardigans that would pair well with leggings.
Click HERE for a new long cardigan I just found online!
Click HERE (comes in 3 colors).
Side slit tunic sweater HERE. Loving the layered sleeve effect of this one!
It also comes in several solid colors.
awesome plus size cardigan option HERE
And since we know scarves pair so well with leggings, I thought I would find some new and current ones that we haven’t talked about before.
Most of them are all David and Young scarves…the maker of the fringe scarf…simply because I feel like these two know what they are doing. 🙂
scarves in collage: two tone scarf HERE / orange infinity scarf HERE (also comes in pink)
not pictured: multi color infinity scarf HERE (50% off means $9.98!)/ stripe infinity scarf HERE
also not pictured, but highlighted last week: cable knit infinity scarf HERE (50% off and AMAZING – 3 just arrived in the mail for me and I love them. You need to stock up on these for GREAT gifts at a phenomenal price)!
Since my original leggings post, I have received a lot of e-mail about what types of jackets I would suggest pairing with leggings. You all requested jackets that are long enough (obviously) but that are also casual enough to wear with leggings. I found 2 great options!
(These are great for leggings, but they would also be great with jeans!)
Anorak Jacket HERE
I LOVE this one so much and it’s a great deal at only $88! I saw it again today and I really do love it so much!
For size reference, this one is a small.
It comes in grey also.
pillow hooded down coat HERE
This is a really nice jacket, but it is 40% off…and it has great reviews!
So, there you have it girls!
If you would like to let the record show that you do not agree with me, please feel free to say so in the comments, but try your best to leave out the profanity and keep your private parts to yourself.
😉
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
That second Ryan Gosling graphic made me laugh out loud! Bahahahaha! So funny! And no, leggings aren't pants. Crazy person with a computer and too much time on your hands, leggings aren't pants. Cover your crotch.
Alaleh says
Psshh haters gon hate! You are NOT old, and are beautiful!! And that's coming from a 23 yr old 😉 I love the hue leggings but I also have had the Zella ones for the past 3 years, wear them several times a week, and they still look brand spankin new! Can't say enough about them…and I must have at least 10 different pairs of black leggings. They're a little thicker and tighter so they hold everything in perfectly!! Thanks for being YOU! Feel like you're one of my girlfriends even though we've never met 😉
Slightly Askew Designs says
Dear Anonymous… shut up. You have no friends here. Go away.
I am all for a differing opinion, but if you're going to voice said differing opinion proudly, well… you should be able to spell proudly. 🙂
I firmly stand behind the Leggings Aren't Pants statement now more than ever.
Kristen says
Yes! I can't stand it when people leave such passionately hateful statements and every other word is spelled incorrectly! 🙂
Casey says
And they are too chicken to leave a name. It's one thing to disagree but it's another to use such foul language over a pair of leggings (that aren't pants!!!).
Stephanie S says
This post made me a "first time leggings owner" and I love them!!! I love your blog and witty commentary! I've finally emerged from my jeans and t-shirt rut 🙂 I have to say, that comment is pretty comical. If you're writing something so loud, raunchy, and mindless…it should at the very least have better grammar/spelling than a first grader!
SarahN says
Leggings…oh how I love you. I wore them to work yesterday (teacher) because I wasn't feeling well and wanted a comfy but cute outfit. I proceeded to feel rotten as the day wore on, came home, switched out of everything but the leggings…slept in the leggings…still wearing them now and will probably remain in them for much of the day (sick day today). What other piece of clothing can you dress up for work, or stay home and be sick in! Ok…maybe the blardigan too! I think I'm putting that on ASAP. Haha. Moral of the story – go get yourself a pair of hue leggings!
Katie Paladino says
Oh my! I feel compelled to apologize for the behavior of that horrendously mean commenter! For the record I totally agree with your philosophy–leggings are most definitely NOT pants! I have this debate wth my younger sister all the time. In her defense she is 20 and has the body of a Greek goddess and likes to strut her stuff at any chance! She'll learn I hope! And hopefully this meanie mcmeanster will realize how wise, young, hip and totally stylish you are too! And if not…well her hiney is going to be awfully drafty!
April Parrish says
This was one of my most favorite posts- so glad to see it at #1!!!!! I have to constantly remind my 14 year old daughter this very statement, "Leggings aren't pants." It's funny to see others out and about while we are shopping or eating wearing them as pants and we always refer back to your very popular statement, "Leggings are not Pants!"
Please don't let that foolish comment from that crazy person bother you! You are not old and I love your hair. They are without a doubt a "LOSER!" 🙂
Have a great Wednesday!
Lindsay says
YES!! This brings back good memories of the FIRST day that I discovered your blog. And the Hue leggings were one of my first purchases based on your recommendation….and they haven't let me down (and neither have you)! In fact I just ordered the gray ones a week ago b/c I was living in my black ones. Speaking of living in clothes, the Blardigan arrived a week ago as well and I wore it for three straight days. And I slept in it. I literally only took it off to shower and then I'd put it back on again. Craziness!! But can you imagine anything more comfortable than Hue leggings and the Blardigan?
Lynn Thompson says
You are so darn cute! And you are not old! I'm old (43) and I have the must have legging and I ROCK them. Ok, in my head. I love them! Everyone should have at least one pair.
Anonymous says
Oh wow!! I hope you are not even the tiniest bit bothered by that HATER… ha! You are not OLD!! And you are certainly not hag-like in any way!!! She is probably jealous… and she can't spell very well 🙂
Meagan @ The Clanahan Fam says
OMG what is wrong with people??? So glad you can laugh at those with too much time on their hands. Such a good attitude you have – that's why your blog is infectious & addictive! Ok, to leggings: we need a graphic that apologizes to our jeans for abandoning them this winter because leggings.are.all.I.wear. I seriously go to my closet, look at my jeans sadly, and pull the leggings out of my drawer. So sorry, denim. You've been replaced!
Alison @ Get Your Pretty On says
I can definitely see why this post is #1! As for the hater, maybe it's not a woman at all but a man who wears meggings and doesn't cover his junk. 🙂 Sorry, I couldn't resist. You keep on rocking those leggings with your beautiful, far from old self!
Sarah E @ theteacherswife.com says
Some people just don't like to hear the truth…it can hurt sometimes, but you are so right on! Ever since I got my own pair of leggings and read your original post, I have been awakened to all the people out there who DO think leggings are pants. It's a nasty world out there, and I'm just thankful you are here to educate in the nicest of ways….with cute Ryan Gossling pictures!! 🙂
Tara G. says
I have a friend who had the misfortunate experience of seeing a lady wear her leggings as pants, outlining everything underneath….during the time her Aunt Flo was visiting. Listen to Sheaffer, people!
Jessica Shrock says
This was a favorite post of mine as well! After reading it the first time, I also purchased my first pair of leggings. I am a proud owner of 3 must have leggings 🙂
Thanks for everything you do! You have completely revolutionized my wardrobe! Love your blog and your style, boo to the haters.
Kathy Olson says
You are beautiful and cute in everything. Don't ever let those kind of comments bother you.
sharon says
Ditto this and everyone else's kind comments, sweet Shaefer! (sorry if I spelled that wrong) YOU are one of the most adorable people I "know" via blog!! You are precious. As my high school son states, "Haters gonna hate…" (and have horrible spelling)! She is an unhappy person. Love how you handled that. You are a class act! <3
Unknown says
If you are old then I'm really old. And guess what??? LEGGINGS ARE STILL NOT PANTS!!!!
Laura says
I was in an airport recently and probably 70 percent of females I saw there were wearing leggings as pants….all I could think about was Ryan haha.
Peggy Bowes says
I just don't understand why some people can't just politely disagree without name calling and using unnecessary profanity. I see young girls walking around with their heineys uncovered, and they look ridiculous– like they forgot to put a skirt on or something. Love your blog– keep up the great work! (BTW, when are we getting the "must have" list for spring?)
Amy Flemister says
Let's see……
1. The hater needs to take a spelling class! I mean that's just sad.
2. I absolutely love my hue leggings!!!
3. I totally need one of those scarfs or both 🙂
4. You keep doing your thing!!! The ones who matter LOVE every single post!
Katie says
I mean, if Ryan Gosling says it, you cannot argue. And really people, NO ONE wants to see your crotch. Cover it up.
This Gingers Journey says
Yikes!!! That lady is cray cray! Love this post, Love those leggings, and FOR SURE have to cover the crotch. Can't wait to see what you find for us in the new year 🙂
rebekah says
wow! gracious! and i feel a "oh. no. she. didnt." 🙂 God doesn't like ugly! Well i too, became a first time legging owner based on this very post! and have enjoyed being comfy and cute all while having the goods appropriately covered! 🙂 thanks again for sharing your fashion finds!
Spirt Mom says
People sure are brave behind their keyboard, aren't they? You are spot on, sister! No matter how cute your bod is, leggings are not pants!
The Cantelmo Family says
Wow! Didn't realize leggings caused so much girl drama! Seriously! LOL!
On a side note I saw some super cute tunics at Target yesterday! Plus they cover your booty 🙂
Anonymous says
My 13 year-old daughter and I have a code (ever since the original leggings post)—-whenever we spot someone who needs a legging intervention, we look at each other and say "L.A.N.P." We both totally agree with this post and have had so much fun with your blog. As I type this, I'm wearing my Hue leggings and my blardigan!
Jessamyn says
HAHA L.A.N.P.! Sheaffer, we should totally all start saying L.A.N.P.! PS: I'm also wearing my Hue leggings!!
Jackie T. says
I'd like to tell "Anonymous" Loser to grow a pair, but then they probably wouldn't cover them up so it's just as well… 🙂
Scheaffer, you keep on keeping on…and that includes these very important Public Service Messages from Ryan!
Susanne says
Your comment was hysterical!
Katie @ Team Skelley says
I am convinced that commenter was either drunk or maybe English was her second language as I had a hard time even understanding her rant. Of all the things in the world to get that upset about, a blog post about leggings? Unless you are an adorable toddler, leggings are not pants. It is just one of those harsh realities of adulthood that we all have to learn.
Leiah says
Oh my gosh, really lady? Who puts up that big of a fight to not cover their crotch?! Definitely too much time on her hands…and obviously this gem doesn't know her fashion – you have great hair, your beautiful, and so NOT old! 🙂
{Hi Sugarplum!} says
What does it say about me that I'm hoping the hater comes back and comments on her comment?! I want to know what she's going to do once she's thrown her you-know-what in your face! Little does she know she's only given us a new tag line! Just for you, I'm going to wear leggings today. And maybe cover my crotchal area. Because you know, usually I don't. #inyoface
Sabrina says
Hahahahaha!!!!! I was thinking the same thing!!! National Wear Your Leggings Day! Let's make it a holiday.
Andrea says
I am also another legging convert based on your posts. I love the Hue leggings and am hoping they will go on sale again so I can get some more! Thanks for being so open and honest Sheaffer!
Anonymous says
The other day my 3yr old took her skirt off and was just running around the house in her leggings and shirt….and all I could think about was this post. Haha!
-Christa
Kayla R says
I'm so sorry you have to deal with mean comments like that!! You are beautiful and so not old!! Please keep doing what you're doing and never let negative comments get you down! I LOVE your blog – thank you for taking the time to write it!!
Kathy Cohen says
Love your blog have bought the leggings, white shirt, scarves and more! We are the same size in pants but I'm a bit busty! What size is your Jcrew denim popover? Tks
Annie Cox says
You are fabulous and far from being an old hag. People are just crazy and by the sounds of it, very jealous! I love every recommendation you have given us but the leggings are my favorite by far. I never knew how nice a good pair of leggings could be until I bought the Hue ones. They are wonderful! I just need to buy the blardigan now!
jen says
Mercy! I guess sometimes the truth does hurt… You and Ryan are right on! And, you are gorgeous and most definitely not old…we are the same age! I think you always look young and fun! Leggings are NOT pants! Amen. Love, love love the blog. Write on, sister!
Marty says
Ummm…Dear "Anonymous"
Girl, please.
COVER YOUR CROTCH.
And, by the way, Sheaffer's "ahir" looks great.
Aimee says
Why does anyone have to be so mean!! If someone does not agree with your post, they should just not read it. End of story. There is no reason to be nasty. I, on the other hand, LOVE you and your blog. I lucked out when I found you last summer and now I have the fabulous putty wedges, distressed Vigoss jeans, fringe scarf and the Hue leggings. 🙂 You are adorable, witty and stylish. Thanks for making my day.
Cory says
Oh my word….that comment is out of control! Apparently her mother never told her that if she doesn't have anything nice to say, she should just keep her mouth shut. I hope you did not let any of that get you down for one second. You and your blog (and your stance on leggings) are fantastic!
Aimee says
Why does anyone have to be so mean??? If someone does not like or agree with your blog post, then they should not read it. End of story. Life is too short to be nasty! I, on the other hand, LOVE you and your blog. I started following you last summer and I proudly own the fabulous putty wedges, distressed Vigoss jeans, fringe scarf and Hue leggings. 🙂 You are fabulous and make my day more stylish!!
Liz/happymommy says
I about died at that second graphic of Ryan…LOL, so funny!!! And anonymous commenter has some issues she needs to attend to and I am assuming by her comment that she has been wearing leggings as pants and is now just so embarrassed so she had to take it out on someone….shameful!!!
Sabrina says
Life is too short to get uptight about leggings to that anonymous reader!! But I agree-Leggings are NOT pants. Cover your hiney. Cover your crotch. And Sheaffer-you are not old! I agree with the other readers…I feel like we are bff's and we've never met! You, sister know what you are talking about…and for the record, when people wear leggings AS pants, it makes me shake my head and want to go give them your blog address to get some fashion advice.
And I love the graphic Andrea made!! HAHAHAHA!!!!
xoxoxo
Kristina says
I am most offended by the anonymous poster's incorrect grammar and misspelled words. I mean, hello! New priority: turn on automatic spell checker before making a public comment.
Disclaimer, leggings have never been pants, are not meant to be worn as pants, and will never be pants.
Kristen says
I have to say I totally agree with you! I am older than you and a bigger size but I still love a good legging. I ordered the Hue leggings for myself and I love them! I also have a teen daughter who loves leggings and I have had to occasionally police her about the appropriate length of her top just to make sure important things are covered! 🙂 I'm sorry you got negative feedback but this is a very important message, a public service announcement if you will. Enjoy your comfy and cute leggings but keep those things covered!
Sara Laverty says
I mean, for real. It amazes me what people think is okay to type out in a comment box on a blog. Geez! But are you surprised? She thinks leggings are pants. NOT OKAY!
Tiffany {A Touch of Grace} says
My word. If you're going to hate on someone at least use good grammar and spelling. Jeez. Some serious anger issues there to get that worked up about covering your crotchal area. You and Ryan are spot on, it needs to be covered. We don't need to see all of that. If you don't agree, just don't comment. It's that simple. Thanks for keeping us stylish Sheaffer!
Beth says
I was already going to wear the EXACT look at the bottom of the post today!! Great minds think alike! I LOVE your blog and can't wait to read it every day. I get sad on the weekends when there's not a new post! 😉
The hater is just jealous, and has not idea what she's talking about! Leggings are NOT pants, and Amen!
Tisha says
OK that is just sad. She should have enough class to keep it clean. You are beautiful!! Keep up the great work!
Amy says
Appalled at the cruel comments of that reader! I agree that leggings should not be worn as pants..thank you so much for providing your readers practical, stylish, AND modest outfit ideas!
Sasa Zoe says
haha love your picks and so happy to see your new post. Love it:)
http://www.shallwesasa.com
JenJen says
That whole thought process of that comment was so hard to follow! And yes, why such strong words! We are talking about leggings and the length of your shirt!!! I don't care your size/age but leggings/workout pants/ yoga pants need a long shirt with them unless you are in the gym or at your home. Is it weird that I want to know what she was going to throw in your face?? I support you in your quest to educate the masses to cover their hiney and crotch.
Hailey says
Don't listen to those rude comments…keep on, keepin on! We all love it (my wallet might not) but I do! You have made me a true Nordstrom believer!
Because Shanna Said So says
shut up!!! this lady is crazy!!!!! I thought my vampire teeth comments were rude…good for you on making it funny and brushing it off! And we are NOT old and leggings ARE NOT pants!!
Cathy F says
Oh my gosh Sheaffer, I can't believe people post comments like that. I actually found the comment comical, it's hard for me to take it seriously with the spelling and grammar errors. I love your blog and your style. I have bought so many things you have recommended! I credit you for helping me get over style "funk" I have been in for way too long!
Katriel-Maria Berbert says
BAHAHA! I totally agree with you. Leggings are NOT pants. I was at the mall a few days after you posted this originally, and I saw that problem going on everywhere. Not okay.
I Like Ike says
I am so glad I read to the end. And I adore how you handled that nasty person! I laughed at the graphics. Leggings are not pants. Ain't no one wantin' to see that. Cover your hiney. Amen and amen. Keep preaching!
Denise Holthaus says
It's nice to know we can all rally around you, Sheaffer to defend your fashion statements!! You know you are loved and we are passionate that "leggings are NOT pants"! I am wearing mine and am properly covered. 😉 Also, for everyone else, I had the great pleasure of meeting Sheaffer when she delivered my necklace and she is as sweet in person as she is on her blog, cute as can be and funny! Keep on doing what you are doing! You do it so well!
Anonymous says
I read somewhere that you should not post something online unless you are willing to say it directly to the person's face. People need to remember that before posting "nasty" comments on your blog or anywhere else for that matter. It's easy to hide behind the computer and post negative comments. Keep up the good work. Love your blog. Ignore the haters!!! How RUDE of the person that sent you that hateful comment!!!
Unknown says
Can we add also that being pregnant does not mean leggings are pants… I get that they are very comfortable but seriously, cover it up! If you're at a sporting event then you also need to cover it up… Dear anonymous hater, please learn proper grammar. Thanks for posting that, I love your hair and think it looks great!
Kim Kauffman says
Oh my, miss hater has too much time on her hands if she's going to get so upset about a blog that she doesn't have to read. It makes me laugh when people post comments like that and you can barely read it through the misspellings and bad grammar!! ha!! Besides, if you're old then I'm old too and I just can't accept that yet! Also, the must have leggings really are the best. LOVE them!!
Tessa Ernst says
Leggings are not pants!! But they are amazing whatever they are.
You keep making me want to shop! Thanks for all the leg work you put in so we don't have to.
Narci says
How did I miss this?? Hysterical! Maybe it was Victoria from the Bachelor after too many drinks? 😉 cover your hiney, people!
Amy@My Front Porch says
Hehe…haters gon hate. I wish we could blow up posters of your Ryan Gosling graphic and put it in dressing rooms across America. The world would be a better place! And you're not old…but you are wise and mature 🙂
Lora G says
I absolutely love this post, taught me a lot about how to wear leggings, which I do all the time now! Let meanie wear her leggings as pants, I guarantee she doesn't look as chic as all of your fabulous readers do in their tunics!!! And remember if someone doesn't like what you're putting out, they DON'T HAVE TO READ IT, as for us, we will continue, happily 🙂
Unknown says
I have been reading this for a few weeks now and love it. Thanks to you I have a blardigan, which I love like my puppy. It has however kept me from getting to work on time because all I do is snuggle in it in the morning and not want to put on a suit. This is turning out to be quite a problem, as I have bough several other items on your reccomendation (all are awesome) but if I keep getting to work late and wanting to leave early all to get back into my blardigan, I will no longer have a job, thus no longer be able to buy all the fun things you reccomend, and I will be on the street in a box…. although at least I will have the blardigan!! Thanks! Eleanor
Unknown says
I have been reading this for a few weeks now and love it. Thanks to you I have a blardigan, which I love like my puppy. It has however kept me from getting to work on time because all I do is snuggle in it in the morning and not want to put on a suit. This is turning out to be quite a problem, as I have bough several other items on your reccomendation (all are awesome) but if I keep getting to work late and wanting to leave early all to get back into my blardigan, I will no longer have a job, thus no longer be able to buy all the fun things you reccomend, and I will be on the street in a box…. although at least I will have the blardigan!! Thanks! Eleanor