4 Genius Ways To Rework Your Black Leggings

Yes, they're ubiquitous, but for good reason: Simple black leggings are a wardrobe powerhouse this time of year. Warmer than tights and cozier than skinny jeans, they're a go-to for most girls — because you can wear them with literally anything. By early February, however, you've probably already exhausted every outfit combination in your closet and are bored to death by the sight of them — but we're here to change that!

To remedy your malaise, we've dreamed up four amazing ensembles to reinvent your leggings, pairing them with everything from a gorgeous designer dress to some classic denim shorts. (One thing we didn't — and will never — do? Advocate wearing them as pants. That's just wrong.) Just click through to raise your legging game to the next level.