Tights Are Back: How Celebrities Are Styling Them and the Different Types to Try

Sheer tights are officially back, and what better season to style them than during the cooler months. From runway shows to how top brands are styling celebrities, tights have become a wardrobe staple for winter, adding both style and warmth to any outfit.

Now you might be asking yourself, why tights? Well, autumn and winter outfits are all about layering and finding ways to stay warm, naturally, tights fit into this category as it can offer both. This comeback is also driven by fashion shows and celebrity sightings.

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Celebrities have been seen styling them in creative ways. Simone Ashley paired her leather mini skirt with sheer black tights and pointed heels, Jessica Alba also wore a lace-patterned sheer tights outfit for an event, showing how tights can add a bit of poise to any look. There are versatile ways in which they can be styled.

They look great under mini skirts, leather shorts, or dresses. Pair them with ankle boots or heels, depending on your mood. Tights also work under layered winter outfits, adding warmth and giving your look a more stylish feel.

Different Types of Tights

Black Sheer Tights

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These are the famous ones and black sheer tights never go out of style. They instantly add sophistication to mini skirts or dresses. You can never go wrong with them.

Colorful Tights

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Colored tights are a fun way to add some personality to your outfit. During the Channel Gucci’s fall collection, tights in bold hues  helped elevate simple outfits with a touch of editorial flair.

White Tights

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This one takes us back to the good old school days. White tights create contrasts against darker or colorful outfits, you can swap the normal black tights for these.

Patterned Tights

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Patterned tights adds a subtle style to your look. Stripes, checks, or zigzags can make simple pieces more interesting without being too loud. Perfect for when you want something different but still easy to wear.

Animal Print Tights

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They are a great way to make a plain outfit stand out. You don’t have to go for busy patterns, just one animal print can change the whole look. They come in different options, like leopard, cheetah, or zebra.

Polka-Dot/Lace Tights

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Polka-dot and lace tights take a softer approach compared to animal patterns. If you want a feminine feel, these would work well under skirts or dresses without overpowering your outfit.