by Alison Zeidman
Sad because you think the end of summer means you have to retire some of your favorite outfits? It doesn’t have to! Layering fall cardigans over light dresses and trading sandals for a pair of boots are both great ways to carry your wardrobe into cooler months, but the transition pieces I’m most looking forward to are some cute tights.
UO Opaque Tights
Styling tights into an outfit is probably easiest when they’re opaque. Basic opaque black tights are always sleek and stylish, but don’t be afraid to try out other colors, too—there might be less sunshine, but that’s no reason you can’t keep things bright with your legwear! In terms of quality and durability, I usually favor opaque tights by DKNY or UO Opaque Tights from Urban Outfitters. If you’re looking for the most economical way to stock up on these staples, turn to Target: right now, Xhilaration tights are just $5 a pair, in colors from classic black to gorgeously rich electric blue.
Tights with patterns might be a little trickier to incorporate into a look, but they’re so much fun it’s worth it! When I’m picking up my opaque tights from Urban Outfitters, I usually find they have some bold patterned options I can’t resist trying (and their tights are consistently 2 for $20, so it’s a smart move to pick up a second pair!).
Royal Stripe Tights
Let’s start out easy, with Urban Outfitters‘ Royal Stripe Tights. Vertical stripes aren’t too busy, and they’re an unexpected tights option that still keeps things fairly simple. If you want a similar but more subdued look, try Urban’s Cabaret Tight—the striped effect comes from alternating sheer and opaque black panels.
Cabaret Tight
Want to kick things up a few notches? Check out Urban’s Pinstripe Floral Tight, legwear that’s sexy with a hint of sweet. These will definitely get some attention, and if that’s what you’re aiming for, keep the rest of your outfit plain and let your tights be the eye-popping focus. If you’re feeling more eclectic, dare to wear these with clothing that’s patterned as well—just remember, pattern mixing often works best when the motifs are different. For example, you’ll likely find the most success pairing these tights with a floral dress: the floral elements in the tights will help to tie things together, but with the pinstripes the dominant theme, your pattern mixing won’t look too matchy-matchy.
Pinstripe Floral Tight
Want to go for tights more on the light and fun than sexy side? Consider the UO Heart Tights! Like the Pinstripe Floral Tight, these could work with both solid color or carefully styled patterned outfits, but they’re definitely more cheeky and whimsical. Lighthearted tights like these get you in on the patterned tights trend, but they’ll be more of a cute pop to your outfit than a look-at-these-legs focal point.
UO Heart Tights
One brand new tights trend I hope you won’t try is nude pantyhose! Believe it or not, Britain’s Daily Express reports this old-fashioned, mundane, ill-advised hosiery has found its way into high-fashion wardrobes like Beyonce‘s and Sarah Jessica Parker‘s. These stars are opting for flesh-colored tights to give off the illusion of perfect legs, but really, is it worth it? More obvious tights are much more fun, plus if your legs look bare when the weather turns cold, everyone will just think you’re underdressed! So for once, don’t follow these lovely ladies’ lead, and start your search for spectacular tights that are meant to be seen!
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