Thanks for all the everyday outfit encouragement on Instagram and the blog. I’ll keep posting my outfits even when it’s nothing new because you all are right, that’s the way we really dress.
I’ve received a few questions on how to wear hose since my “7 Great Tips on Putting Together Outfits” post. I love wearing black hose for extra warmth, but after doing a bit of research, I now see all the ways to revamp my wardrobe with this one cool weather staple! So, I had to share! If you’ve been looking for a pair of good tights, I’ve got some really great recommendations!
So, here are 4 easy, no-fail ways to wear black hose and my recommendations:
#1- This is the way I wear black tights the most- black opaque tights with a skirt/dress. The tights add a layer of warmth to my legs, so it’s functional yet super chic. To me, this is the easiest way to wear tights. Pair the tights with any of your black shoes and you’re good to go. One thing I have noticed is that adding black on top, with a jacket or scarf, helps balance the heavy black on bottom. See below for inspiration.
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I’d say if there was one pair of hosiery you could use in your wardrobe, it’s black opaque tights.
My Pick:
Get the look for yourself with my favorite black opaque tights, here.
#2- Wear sheer black tights with an animal print shoe or a pop of color. See below for inspiration.
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I love how Taylor’s red booties make her red lips stand out!
My Pick:
Get the look yourself with my favorite sheer black tights, here.
#3- Wear sheer black tights with leather shorts or a leather skirt! I think this might be my new favorite way to style tights. I’m going to try it this season! I love how Kate Moss and Sienna Miller paired their leather and tights with a tee! See below for inspiration.
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My Pick:
Get the look yourself with my favorite sheer black tights, here.
#4- Wear fun black tights as a statement! This would be a great way to jazz up your standard LBD during the holidays! See below for inspiration.
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My Pick:
Get the look with my favorite statement tights, here, here, and here.
For more inspiration, check out my Pinterest Board “How to: Wear Tights”
Rebecca says
I love fall/winter skirts with tights! I’m having such a hard time finding skirts though. Do you have any recommendations?
Carly Lee says
Hey, Check out the “7 Great Tips For Puutung Together Outfits.” There’s a really J. Crew skirt. I’ll keep my eyes peeled for you.
Anne Brogdon says
Where do you find black skirt with layers? 3rd one in post? Love it
Carly Lee says
I love it, too. Type in “black tulle skirt” into shopstyle.com. I think you’ll find a few you like.
Lori says
Very inspiring! My biggest regret is not wearing black opaque tights with my simple shift dress when I got married.;) It was a casual court house ceremony and I opted for bare legs. Not awful but black tights would’ve been sharper.;) haha. Still happily married after all these years.
Carly Lee says
Ha! I kinda wish I could have a wedding dress redo. My style has changed so much since I got married. I’d probably wearing something more simple. Oh well, still happily married- poofy dress and all!
Caitlin Miller says
Thanks for this post! Now I really want a post on cute short skits you can wear with tights, especially ones that are on the fancy side 🙂
Carly Lee says
Hmmmmmm, maybe I’ll do a skirt post!