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The Classic Bike Short

Chanel styled classic bike shorts with structured jackets in all black to elevate the look and balance out the silhouette.

Beyond Yoga High Waist Biker Shorts

Beyond Yoga High Waist Biker Shorts

Whether you want to style them with an oversized blazer or perhaps actually work out in them (a concept), these high-waisted bike shorts are the ideal length and feature a flattering cut. 

Lane Bryant Signature Stretch Active Knee Short

Lane Bryant Signature Stretch Active Knee Short

For a longer-length style, try Lane Bryant's bike shorts, which hit mid-knee.

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High Shine

Upgrade the trend for fall with high-shine spandex that offers the look of leather.

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Add an oversized denim jacket and white t-shirt for an instantly cool look. Or just impress the hell out of everyone at Soul Cycle.

Go Long For Fall

The leggings-as-pants debate has been raging since the the dawn of time. But Chanel made a case for the controversial stretch pants by styling them with oversized jackets and blazers f0r a more polished look.

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ZELLA Live In High Waist Leggings

ZELLA Live In High Waist Leggings

There's a reason these leggings have over 5,000 five-star reviews—the high-waisted cut is extremely flattering, they're comfortable, and you can dress them up or down.

C9 Champion Women's Everyday Active Mid-Rise Leggings

C9 Champion Women's Everyday Active Mid-Rise Leggings

For an even more affordable option, Target's mid-rise leggings are available for $25 and offer the perfect rise for those who aren't fans of a high waist. 

SPANX Look at Me Now Seamless Leggings

SPANX Look at Me Now Seamless Leggings

Now 34% Off

Wear your Spanx in their (much more comfortable) legging form with this seamless, smoothing pair that works with heels, sneakers, or boots. 

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Meet On Middle Ground

For those who don't want to commit to bike shorts or a full-length style, a pair of capri-length leggings can look just as chic when styled right. The Chanel way? With an oversized pink tweed blazer and matching clutch, of course.

Yummie 'Talia' Compact Cotton Blend Capris

Yummie 'Talia' Compact Cotton Blend Capris

Now 40% Off

Wear them with an oversized jacket à la Chanel for brunch, then take them to yoga class later. The sculpting and smoothing fabric makes for a flattering look regardless of occasion. 

Nike Hypercool mesh-paneled stretch leggings

Nike Hypercool mesh-paneled stretch leggings

Now 50% Off

Get you a pair that does both. These high-performance Nike leggings work for the gym or a chic athleisure look. 

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Play With Print

For a playful, summery spin, Chanel sent a colorful patterned pair of bike shorts down the runway with a matching top.

Urban Outfitters Christy Floral Bike Short

Urban Outfitters Christy Floral Bike Short

Now 31% Off

Channel Chanel's girly take with these floral-print bike shorts. 

Wednesday's Girl Snake Print Bike Shorts

Wednesday's Girl Snake Print Bike Shorts

Try the look in fall's animal print trend with this gray snake-print pair. You can wear them with an oversized leather jacket and boots. 

Lauren Alexis Fisher is the Senior Editor at Cosmopolitan, overseeing digital content across fashion, lifestyle, beauty, sex, and culture. Previously, she was the Market Editor at Harper’s BAZAAR and has written for publications including WWD, Bustle, and W Magazine. When she’s not busy taste-testing her way through every dirty martini in New York, you can follow her on Instagram for bad jokes, good outfits, and annoying vacation pics. 

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