Legging Artifact
Comparing and contrasting an historical and a contemporary artifact.
Christina Smith
Leggings have been in use since the 14th century in Europe. Through history, leggings have evolved and adapted for various uses. Modern leggings are typically made from a blend of lycra, Spandex, nylon, cotton, or polyester blend, but they can also be made from wool, silk and other materials. Leggings are available in a multitude of colours and decorative designs.
Leggings can be worn fully exposed, in place of trousers, or partially covered by a garment such as a skirt, a large t-shirt or shorts, or fully covered by an outer garment, such as a full length skirt. Leggings are typically ankle-length, and some are stirrupped or encase the feet. Some are …show more content…
They’re not leggings. No, they’re "treggings"…"Treggings" are nothing more than leggings which are designed to be worn like trousers… These are simply skinny jeans made out of fabric rather than denim.”-Thefashionpolice.net
Comparison
In comparison, leggings in history, have always had a specific purpose and played a significant part in how the wearer carried out his or her everyday tasks. They were made from much tougher materials and were not necessarily comfortable.
In modern day use, leggings do not have a purpose or function. Apart from dancers, who wear leggings or leotards for maximum mobility, they are simply used for style and during other sporting activities. Runners and those exercising wear; particularly in cold weather under cheerleading skirts and under soccer and field hockey shin guards and knee socks. This is because leggings are excellent in retaining body heat. Usually leggings are made from a synthetic material.
Leggings in the twentieth century are made in denim, leather-look fabric, lace and a number of other materials. They can be seen on the catwalk from season to season and only gain increased popularity as each decade passes. Many companies have adopted leggings as a garment. Many online shopping sites now have ‘Leggings’ as an individual category from
Christina Smith
Leggings have been in use since the 14th century in Europe. Through history, leggings have evolved and adapted for various uses. Modern leggings are typically made from a blend of lycra, Spandex, nylon, cotton, or polyester blend, but they can also be made from wool, silk and other materials. Leggings are available in a multitude of colours and decorative designs.
Leggings can be worn fully exposed, in place of trousers, or partially covered by a garment such as a skirt, a large t-shirt or shorts, or fully covered by an outer garment, such as a full length skirt. Leggings are typically ankle-length, and some are stirrupped or encase the feet. Some are …show more content…
They’re not leggings. No, they’re "treggings"…"Treggings" are nothing more than leggings which are designed to be worn like trousers… These are simply skinny jeans made out of fabric rather than denim.”-Thefashionpolice.net
Comparison
In comparison, leggings in history, have always had a specific purpose and played a significant part in how the wearer carried out his or her everyday tasks. They were made from much tougher materials and were not necessarily comfortable.
In modern day use, leggings do not have a purpose or function. Apart from dancers, who wear leggings or leotards for maximum mobility, they are simply used for style and during other sporting activities. Runners and those exercising wear; particularly in cold weather under cheerleading skirts and under soccer and field hockey shin guards and knee socks. This is because leggings are excellent in retaining body heat. Usually leggings are made from a synthetic material.
Leggings in the twentieth century are made in denim, leather-look fabric, lace and a number of other materials. They can be seen on the catwalk from season to season and only gain increased popularity as each decade passes. Many companies have adopted leggings as a garment. Many online shopping sites now have ‘Leggings’ as an individual category from