, Marmite on toast and opaque tights have in common? The answer is that nobody seems able to agree on whether they are very good or very bad.
For some women, black tights are one of fashion’s greatest inventions. They pull on the thick stretchy material with joy, able to wear a short skirt without baring any flesh, which is particularly important during the colder months. For others, they are the blight of any outfit – endlessly drooping at the crotch or laddering at the first whiff of a broken nail. For years, fashion sided with the tights-phobes, and even at the notoriously freezing February shows, editors battled through New York snow drifts in bare legs because pulling on a pair of opaques was one fashion faux pas too far.
But with the return of the miniskirt, we are seeing the return of tights as a fashionable item. Even Vogue agrees. And I for one couldn’t be more delighted, particularly because in the last decade, a range of new tights brands have been launched that are ladder resistant, that suit all skin tones and body shapes, and that sit in the flattering middle-ground between too sheer and too thick.
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My own tights rules aren't extensive. I try to avoid opaques from April to October no matter what the weather outside, and always wear anything lacy or fishnet-like with flat shoes or boots. I love my sheer black animal print tights but I personally wouldn’t wear them in actual leopard shades, and that goes for most of my tights - black floral tights are lovely but inject them with colour and they might veer towards a kookier art-teacher worthy style that isn't my own. Other than that, the tights world is your oyster: wear them with short hemlines, long hemlines, with velvet skirts or silk dresses, and pointy flats or biker boots.
As tights make a return to the fashion fore, I am also reminded of how certain combinations are particularly pretty – here, the best clothes and tights mixes to know now...
Kate Moss and Sienna Miller have been pairing their minis with black tights for decades – and that silhouette will never not make me think of models marching around 1960s Chelsea in Mary Quant’s thigh-baring designs. Opaques and minis are the perfect fashion combination: 100 denier tights speak of cosiness and comfort, while miniskirts are fun, frothy and slightly daring. Together, they allow women of all ages to wear mid-thigh designs with confidence, and, crucially, without resorting to the tanning mitt.
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In terms of the tights themselves, opting for better quality products does pay off (and I include M&S in that - their Autograph seamless opaques will last for years). If you’re prepared to pay a bit more, Falke has a few semi sheer designs that sit on just the right side of shiny, will stay ladder-free for years and will flatter your legs. Kim Kardashian’s brand Skims also has a range of full-support black tights up to a size 24 that will make even the most miniskirt-averse women reach for this season’s shorter hemlines.
Cheap (well, some of them) and easy to order online, patterned tights provide an instant update to any outfit, and are the ideal way of jazzing up the mid-calf skirt and jumper aesthetic so many of us are wedded to. New brands such as Heist (I love their Lady Garden design) and Calzedonia have delightful options peppered with florals, hearts, letters and logos, which look particularly pretty when peeping out of a longer skirt with a pair of flats.
The beauty of decorated tights is that they make any outfit look fun without much effort at all. Most of them cost less than a bottle of wine from the supermarket and can be worn with almost any skirt or dress provided the material itself is reasonably plain. What’s not to love?
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All my Christmas parties were cancelled by Omicron, but had they been on, I would have worn a pair of party tights with a simple dress and let my legs do the talking. What are party tights, you ask? Look no further than Wolford, which offers lace-adorned stockings and rhinestone-flecked tights that are guaranteed to suck up all the attention. Although to my mind, the best party tights are ones that won’t ladder mid-way through a champagne toast or a rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’. Enter Hedoine’s 20 denier ladder-resistant tights that will last you at least three party seasons.
The designer party tights offering, meanwhile, is as dazzling as it is eye-wateringly expensive. Gucci, for example, has a pair of tights embellished with sparkling crystals to form the GG motif that cost £750. They’re dramatically beautiful, yes, and an Instagram statement, and yet I suspect wearing them to a party would lead to the very un-hedonistic desire to sit alone in a padded room for fear of ruining them.There are few things more versatile than a pair of black leggings. Dress them up, dress them down, wear them to work, or wear them to the gym, even wear them on a date, then to brunch the next day!
I’ve been living in leggings lately. So I thought it would be fun to do a big round up of all everyday black leggings outfits I’ve worn recently, as well as over the years. Along with some of my favourite legging purchases of all time.
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The first few legging outfits are on the casual side since, we’ve been in lockdown for the past couple weeks. But keep scrolling for even more black legging outfit ideas for date night, office looks and more.
Creating more video content for you has been one of my goals for this year! I’ve put together this short with 4 winter legging outfits from the items from my SHEIN haul. Click play and check it out, and don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel!
Black leggings are such a great base for any outfit. Throwing on a sweater and a teddy coat over some leggings is cute and cozy combo I wear regularly!
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My favourite leggings of all time are the Lululemon Align leggings. They feel buttery soft, stretch in all the right places and make your butt look great. Pricey, yes. But if you wear them as much I do, it’s worth it!
This winter leggings outfit is one I have on repeat lately! Puffer jackets and vests have been my obsession this season. They’re so cute and of course give you extra warmth in the winter.
Also, in the pic above I’m wearing my new VIVAIA Polly sneakers. They’re a breathable fabric sneaker made from recycled plastic bottles. I’m loving the and finding them pretty comfy so far!
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Zella leggings are a great Lululemon alternative. The quality is just as good for a fraction of the price. Plus you’ll often find them on sale at Nordstrom!
Yup, I just got another shacket and I’m not mad about it. They make such a great layering piece and are easy to wear over leggings. This one is actually a great one because it’s on the thicker side, which make it great for the winter.
Sometimes I just need a few pairs of cheap leggings for doing yard/house work or just getting muddy with my dog. These Amazon leggings are affordable, durable, and have pockets which is so convenient!
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There is something about leggings and moto jackets that make the perfect pairing. It’s an outfit that can be easily dressed up or down just depending on your shoe and accessories.
One of my favourite things about leggings is how easily they tuck into boots. And speaking of boots, these square toe knee high sock boots are also from VIVAIA too! I love the sock style boot and it also has some great lace up details in the back too.
When it comes to faux leather leggings, you just can’t beat the Spanx leggings. They’re incredibly flattering and comfortable as well. Plus they make your butt look incredible!
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It’s a versatile look that you can rock it so many ways just by changing up your accessories! Make it sporty with a baseball cap, edged up with some sunnies and a fedora, or let your shoes to the talking with some animal print flats or a pop of color.
Black leggings are the perfect base for a cozy outfit, especially when paired with an oversized sweater. It helps to balance their body-hugging shape and adds some extra length for more coziness.
I’ve been loving these cute popcorn textured sweaters that have been so popular lately. And the oversize factor just makes even more perfect for at-home lounging. And if you’re looking to up the style factor, add a floppy hat or some accessories.
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So we might not be going out so many dates these days, but if you’re hauled up with your significant other, you can still dress up a little and have a fun at-home date night.
This black leggings outfit add a little bit of romance with a lacy camisole, as well as some sex appeal with a black moto jacket. Looking to add some extra oomph to
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