{"id":73808,"date":"2013-12-16T07:00:04","date_gmt":"2013-12-16T13:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/?p=73808"},"modified":"2026-04-13T15:37:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T21:37:43","slug":"hosiery-style-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/hosiery-style-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Hosiery style tips: How to wear stockings, leggings, and pantyhose"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A cold front may be on its way in, but now&#8217;s not the time to let uninvited weather thwart your style. You&#8217;ve noticed the surge of &#8217;90s-inspired minis and slips, &#8217;00s-inspired denim skirts, and the oversized tee dress. That&#8217;s the no-pants party in full swing, and it&#8217;s remaining in full force, even when things turn chilly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep the fun going after summer&#8217;s over, you&#8217;ll want to brush up on hosiery style tips &#8212; knowing how to wear stockings, leggings, and pantyhose with dresses and skirts. That&#8217;s how you&#8217;ll stand up to dropping temps &#8212; with the pieces that have kept women warm throughout history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. How to wear pantyhose with a dress or skirt<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hosiery-fashion-tips-kate.jpg\" alt=\"The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Arrive at The Imperial War Museum in Southwark on April 26, 2012\" class=\"wp-image-127449\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hosiery-fashion-tips-kate.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hosiery-fashion-tips-kate-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hosiery-fashion-tips-kate-300x450.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Classic sheer, nude pantyhose are worn with dresses to keep from baring legs, and all their imperfections, in formal and professional environments. They&#8217;re not exactly a style statement, but more of a practicality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In truth, pantyhose were very uncool until Kate, Duchess of Cambridge famously brought them back into the spotlight as her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/signature-accessory-ideas\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1650715\">signature accessory<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your foray into pantyhose will go off without a hitch if you remember two things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t pair sheer pantyhose with open-toe shoes<\/strong>. The seam at the toe just doesn&#8217;t look great when it&#8217;s exposed to the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose a natural color<\/strong>. Said another way, don&#8217;t rely on pantyhose to give you a tan. Natural and pale is always better than unnatural and tan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. How to wear pantyhose with pants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wait, what? Women wear pantyhose with pants? Yes, some do and it&#8217;s for warmth purposes only. Pantyhose are thinner than tights and generally won&#8217;t impact the fit of your pants like tights might.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This strategy works best when you are wearing boots, so as not to show the world you&#8217;re wearing that extra layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Read next: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/low-rise-pantyhose\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/low-rise-pantyhose\/\">4 places to buy low-rise pantyhose<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Can you wear pantyhose with shorts?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"573\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=536913586837424963\" width=\"450\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can wear pantyhose with shorts if you have an edgier style. You&#8217;ll need a more formal short &#8212; say, something in leather. Add black pantyhose and boots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Where to buy pantyhose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If possible, wait for the next Macy&#8217;s sale to buy your pantyhose. The higher-end brands tend to be more comfortable and durable. You can also buy them at Kohl&#8217;s, Target or Amazon. If you&#8217;re in a bind, Walgreen&#8217;s also sells lower-end pantyhose. Below are some shopping links if you need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/mf4c0pa\" style=\"border-radius:0px;color:#2c497f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Shop pantyhose at Macy&#8217;s<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><g id=\"wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\" fill=\"none\" clip-path=\"url(#clip0_31_188)\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M9.16724 14.8891L20.1672 3.88908\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M13.4497 3.53554L20.5208 3.53554L20.5208 10.6066\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M17.5 13.5L17.5 16.26C17.5 17.4179 17.5 17.9968 17.2675 18.4359C17.0799 18.7902 16.7902 19.0799 16.4359 19.2675C15.9968 19.5 15.4179 19.5 14.26 19.5L7.74 19.5C6.58213 19.5 6.0032 19.5 5.56414 19.2675C5.20983 19.0799 4.92007 18.7902 4.73247 18.4359C4.5 17.9968 4.5 17.4179 4.5 16.26L4.5 9.74C4.5 8.58213 4.5 8.0032 4.73247 7.56414C4.92007 7.20983 5.20982 6.92007 5.56414 6.73247C6.0032 6.5 6.58213 6.5 7.74 6.5L11 6.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                        <\/g>\r\n                        <defs>\r\n                            <clipPath id=\"clip0_31_188\">\r\n                                <rect fill=\"white\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\"\/>\r\n                            <\/clipPath>\r\n                        <\/defs><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/mf4c0pa\" style=\"border-radius:0px;color:#2c497f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Shop pantyhose at Amazon<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 is-style-outline is-style-outline--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/oc86xms\" style=\"border-radius:0px;color:#2c497f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Shop pantyhose at Kohl&#8217;s<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 is-style-outline is-style-outline--4\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/ut7atju\" style=\"border-radius:0px;color:#2c497f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Shop pantyhose at Target<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For more pantyhose style advice, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/should-women-wear-pantyhose\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/should-women-wear-pantyhose\/\">Should women wear pantyhose?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to wear fashion ankle socks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In warmer geographies like California, you can get away with&nbsp;minimal additions. Slipping a simple sock into the equation can help battle a brisk morning that turns into a nice afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hosiery-fashion-tips-socks2.jpg\" alt=\"Socks with leopard booties \" class=\"wp-image-127452\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hosiery-fashion-tips-socks2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hosiery-fashion-tips-socks2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hosiery-fashion-tips-socks2-300x450.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo source: ASOS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can rock novelty socks with\u00a0a bootie, sandal or heel. Just pick your poison\u00a0\u2014 sweet or sporty \u2014 and keep the shoe and sock aligned to that theme. In other words, don&#8217;t pair a girly sandal with an athletic sock. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stockings style guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I consider a stocking anything that nears the knee or higher.&nbsp;So&nbsp;this would be where your boot socks, knee highs, and thick highs come into play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to wear stockings with a dress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"1139\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=17240411065005577\" width=\"450\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fun ways to pull off this look include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wear over-the-knee (OTK) boots with a shorter skirt or dress. Layer in a cozy knit stocking that lands just above the boot top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skip the OTK boots in favor of penny loafers or brogues. Pair with cable-knit, OTK socks and a short skirt. Super cute look but requires reasonable temperatures, since part of your legs will be exposed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A slouchy cardigan over the top of your skirt-and-high-stocking combo creates a softer, more casual look.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"775\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=361343570108300173\" width=\"450\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tights style guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sheer tights: Anything goes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tights are <em>the<\/em> cold-weather staple. The classic opaque black tights look super chic covering up any sliver of skin between your hem and shoes. Wear those under dresses, skirts, shorts, and pants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"993\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=642325965618160699\" width=\"450\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Colored and patterned tights: Say yes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"775\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=47428602316470008\" width=\"450\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also use colored tights as a pop of color or focal point of an outfit. And velvet, metallic lame, ribbing, Swiss dots, and fish nets give your standard cool-weather textiles a punch in texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to wear leggings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"775\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=652599802268227143\" width=\"450\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The big debate about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/leggings-pants-50\/\">leggings is whether you can wear them as pants<\/a> \u2014 or if they&#8217;re permanently relegated to layering duties only. Here&#8217;s the not-so-definitive answer. You can wear leggings as pants in four scenarios:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your going to work out. Go get &#8217;em girl!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your top covers your tush.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The leggings fit more like pants in that they&#8217;re not painted-on tight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You don&#8217;t care what people think because you&#8217;re always awesome anyway.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"971\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=3166662212057035\" width=\"450\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Leggings are the right choice during a Polar vortex or similarly miserable cold-weather patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-300x450.jpg\" alt=\"Product shot of patterned leggings. \" class=\"wp-image-1642164\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-735x1103.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-223x335.jpg 223w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-231x347.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-347x520.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-427x640.jpg 427w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-512x768.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/patterned-leggings-amazon.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">These leggings make a huge statement &#8212; and for $11 to boot! <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3d34zZx\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3d34zZx\" target=\"_blank\">Shop them on Amazon<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Just like tights, leggings can be a focal point or a role-player. Try pairing your bold, patterned leggings with layers in different shades of the same color. Or layer neutrals on top. Have fun with it!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A cold front may be on its way in, but now&#8217;s not the time to let uninvited weather thwart your style. You&#8217;ve noticed the surge of &#8217;90s-inspired minis and slips, &#8217;00s-inspired denim skirts, and the oversized tee dress. That&#8217;s the no-pants party in full swing, and it&#8217;s remaining in full force, even when things turn&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/hosiery-style-tips\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Hosiery style tips: How to wear stockings, leggings, and pantyhose<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":854,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"off","neve_meta_content_width":70,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[2221,303934],"class_list":["post-73808","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-fashion-trends","tag-accessories","tag-style-tricks"],"mv":{"thumbnail_id":null,"thumbnail_uri":null},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/73808","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/854"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=73808"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/73808\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1664125,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/73808\/revisions\/1664125"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=73808"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=73808"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=73808"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}