Last night, Michael Kors held a cocktail party at one of New York City's chicest and most beloved establishments, Bemelmans Bar, inside the Carlyle Hotel. And of course, Katie Holmes came dressed for the elegant occasion. For the event to celebrate the designer's new Madison Avenue store, Holmes kept her look simple and sophisticated, wearing a Michael Kors strapless black midi dress with a matching coat, kitten-heel pumps, and a chain-strap handbag. She finished the look with a stunning pair of gold-and-pearl earrings, as well as one underappreciated accessory that, in my opinion at least, was responsible for completing Holmes's night-out ensemble: tights.
On Katie Holmes: Michael Kors dress, coat, bag, and shoes; Pronus Jewelry Small South Sea Pearl and Old Mine Diamond Tuba Earrings ($12,300)
For me, there's nothing greater in the world of fashion than an item that costs close to nothing but adds instant value to any outfit, and that's exactly what a great pair of stockings do every single time you pull them on. Not only do tights keep your legs warm in the wintertime, but they also make outfits feel intentional and stylized, not to mention evening-ready. They're the ultimate styling trick for stylists, editors, celebrities, and really, all fashion people, and the best part is that they can cost you as little as $10.
Without further ado, shop the best black tights on the market.
Shop the best black tights:
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You *Could* Wear Leggings, But This Pant Trend Will Look Way More "First Class" at the AirportSpotted at Charles de Gaulle.
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Yes, You Can Wear Your Lace-Trim Shorts This Fall, But Only If You Style Them Specifically Like ThisImmediately re-creating.
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If You're Going to Wear Low-Profile Sneakers in 2025, Promise You'll Style Them With This Denim Trend FirstIt's the It-girl way right now.
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If You're Going to Wear Leggings in Fall 2025, Wear Them in This Shade With White SneakersAs spotted on Jennifer Lopez in NYC.
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FYI: If You Wear This Dated Sneaker Trend in Fall 2025, Make Sure It's With Baggy JeansBecause Gwyneth Paltrow says so.
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Forget Black Pants—This Color Trend Will Earn You Way More ComplimentsKatie Holmes gets it.
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Stylish Women All Over Milan Are Suddenly Swapping Out Their Classic Pumps for This "Dated" Shoe TrendSpotted on Shailene Woodley.
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Yes, Fashion People Are Still Wearing Leggings, But Only This Specific Style (and Not With Sneakers)The comfy-chic pairing we spot on every L.A. and New York It girl.
