Every winter, I hit the same styling roadblock: how to make tights feel sleek rather than frumpy. Year after year, it takes me a little finessing before they start to feel fresh again. Usually, I end up defaulting to knee-high boots—but this season, I’ve been swayed by a far more unexpected pairing.
While out for the evening this week, Hailey Bieber reminded me of a shoe trend I hadn’t thought about in years. Sidestepping the black high-vamp heels that have been everywhere lately, she styled her tights with a pair of white pointed-toe pumps—a ’90s favourite that looked thoroughly modern set against the rest of her ensemble.
Paired with an otherwise all-black outfit, the bright white shoes and sheer tights gave her look a lift. They broke up the heaviness of her leather and imbued a sense of lightness that black heels just couldn’t achieve.
Now, white heels haven’t always enjoyed the best reputation—often dismissed as a little “cheap” or tricky to style—but Hailey’s look proves their chic potential lies in the contrast. When kept clean (a quick polish or cobbler visit goes a long way to rectifying any blemishes), they add a sharp, elevated edge to any outfit.
If you, too, are ready to give this two-part formula a try, scroll on for my edit of the best sheer tights and white pointed-toe heels to re-create Hailey’s surprisingly sleek winter look.
Shop Sheer Tights and White Pointed-Toe Heels:
These come in sizes XS—3XL, so you can find your perfect fit.
Be quick, these chic slingbacks are on their way to selling out.
With 5 pairs included in this packet, these are a no-brainer.
While I love these in the white, they also come in five other shades.
Calzedonia's sheer tights are a fashion person's favourite for a reason.
I always come back to Jimmy Choo for their chic pointed-toe pumps.
These also come in grey and dark navy.
The kitten heel adds a little height without sacrificing comfort.
In my opinion, sheer tights are far more party-ready on their opaque counterparts.
These also come in half sizes, so you can find your perfect fit.
These also come in burgundy and green.
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