Why did Tiktok ban the "legging legs" trend ?

Apr 29, 2026 5 min

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Social media just can't seem to shake off its obsession with thinness! Despite knowing that what we see online isn't always real, it still manages to mess with our heads. Early 2024 saw a huge fuss over the controversial "legging legs" trend, especially on TikTok. Well, believe it or not, leggings, which often get a bad rap, are making a comeback, but for all the wrong reasons. Loads of videos emerged showing young women with super skinny legs in leggings, and actually talking up their thinness. The trend went viral and some of those videos racked up millions of views. What's it all about then ? Why is it such a big deal ? What’s the reaction been to the legging legs trend ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How can I beat Monday morning syndrome?⁠ ⁠Could loud budgeting help you save money ?⁠ ⁠How can I beat my work addiction ?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : 03/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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