Men in leggings. It was bound to happen. And what sounds like the biggest faux pas in fashion history may just turn out to be the hottest fad. Yes, "meggings" are apparently a thing, and they're coming to a store near you.
According to an article in the Daily Mail, you have the likes of Russell Brand and Justin Bieber to blame for sporting lycra pants. Two British designers have taken note and have created a range, so that men can also "look great and feel comfortable in leggings."
Apparently, the genesis of sTitch Leggings came to Luke Shipley and Tom Hunt after the pair wore "ill-fitting female leggings" to a fancy dress party, back in 2012.
They later recruited Joe Hollingworth, then created their own colourful range at just £25 ($45) a pair.
"We envision a day where men can wear what they want as opposed to what they should, to achieve this, we will strive to design and produce garments that liberate the modern man from conventional male fashion," says their website.
"As the 21st century man becomes both more metrosexual and well-groomed, the once well-defined gender fashion barrier is slowly eroding."
Yes, Russell Brand may be the new David Bowie. He may be a style icon so secure in his manhood that he's not afraid to don frilly things or to show off his junk in tights.
Is it narrow-minded of me to suggest that some fashions be reserved for women? Probably. But there it is. A former boss used to come to work every day in cycling pants. It's a sight from which I'm still recovering.
You tell me: Are meggings simply a "natural evolution from the skinny jean," or sartorial death?
Our editor has some very strong words when it comes to leggings.
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