Unpredictable weather is a blessing in disguise for leggy fashionistas. Bridging the gap between fall and winter has never been easier and layering à la Catherine Zeta Jones and Rachel Bilson ensures that you’ll stay cozy, comfortable and chic.

Leggings featured heavily in the Fall 2009 collections of Gucci, Tory Burch and Nina Ricci. Knit leggings with a heavy denier are a godsend for hiding bulges, while solid leggings with mid-thigh tunics or shifts create a seriously slimming effect. Pair leggings with a stylish pair of boots or flats, but keep them close-toed to avoid the web-footed look.

Solid, wet-look or patterned, this is the time to experiment. Alexander Wang’s ribbed leggings create a streamlined silhouette, while Kova & T Oxy wet-look leggings are party perfect. For a directional look, go wild with RM by Rouland Mouret’s alligator print leggings or add a dash of London cool with Alexander McQueen’s knitted houndstooth leggings. Just avoid shiny leggings with short tops, or you’ll look like a blast from the past!