The City of Lights has played host to many a style icon throughout its storied history: Marie Antoinette and her rococo extravagance, Josephine Baker and her ostentatious showgirl wardrobe, Audrey Hepburn and her beatnik chic…
Now, during the early part of Paris Fashion Week, legendary supermodel Kate Moss has taken it upon herself to prove exactly why the French capital is the perfect place for stylish dressers to shine. No stranger to making her well-adored wardrobe items the centrepiece of a memorable outfit—including the Levi’s 501s she wore on repeat whilst off-duty in the ‘90s, the Wellington boots that made regular appearances at Glastonbury during the early 2000s or even her vintage Hermès bag that she recently took to the beach in Formentera, Moss’s latest appearance relied upon a very simple formula.
However, it was the way she leaned into the effortless sensuality and refined elegance synonymous with the city that truly made me stop in our tracks.
Of course, I'm referring to the way the 51-year-old transformed a humble LBD into something far more sophisticated by teaming it with a pair of black tights and chic, round-toe heels. She stepped out in this look whilst running errands in the 1st arrondissement: checking into The Ritz in Place Vendôme, attending a fitting at Tom Ford’s atelier and enjoying the sights after attending Saint Laurent’s spring/summer 2026 collection on Monday evening. On the latter, it appears she took styling cues from Anthony Vaccarello’s latest collection for the house, as the Belgian designer also presented a slew of vampy looks paired with lighter stockings and humble pumps.
And whilst a luxe monochromatic outfit like this seems in keeping with what one would pack to wear in Paris, what surprised me the most was the way she switched out her higher-denier tights for a pair that was on the sheer side. In the past, I’ve almost omitted wearing anything under a 40, erroneously thinking they wouldn’t make an impact. But what Kate has proven here is that there’s a subtle sophistication in exercising restraint and not going too bold with your hoisery this season.
Those who have found themselves asking, "Whatever happened to glamour?" will be happy to hear me salute Kate in her act of dressing suitably for the occasion—and the location. With party season and colder weather approaching, it’s also never felt more relevant to lean into the fun of dressing up for the hell of it. Who knew all it took was throwing on a pair of tights that have been in your underwear drawer since secondary school? I am in no way suggesting that you reach for this pair, however, so consider this an invitation to upgrade your collection and shop my edit of the chicest black tights currently available below.
Shop Kate Moss's Look:
With a gorgeous cowl neck, this is something you can totally see hanging in Kate's wardrobe.
These tights have a grey undertone, making them perfect for pre-winter wear.
French women know that Le Monde Beryl is one of the best brands for elegant footwear.
A long-sleeved minidress is such a useful staple for dressing up in cold weather. Layer with knee-high boots and a long coat for a touch of theatrics.
The ribbed-knit material ensures you won't have to compromise on style when it comes to keeping warm.
This wrap-around ankle detail is just so refined.
Bring some dimension to your LBD with this textured pony-hair style.
The most luxurious pair of tights anyone could own.
I personally adore a T-bar strap, and this Aeyde style does it in a way that's perfect for in-between seasonality.
It wouldn't be a Kate Moss-inspired fashion round-up without the appearance of a slip dress, now would it?
Swedish Stockings is an IYKYK tights brand beloved by It girls across Europe.
The dual strap and the tortoiseshell heel? You've got my attention, Mr Ford.
The simplicity of this design is what makes it so subtly beautiful.
You can never go wrong with cheap and cheerful high-street hosiery.
The most diminutive heel for the most elegant dressers.
The gathering around the shoulders gives this mini a certain allure.
For the price of a morning coffee, investing in these is a no-brainer.
Try mesh on mesh with this striking Alaïa pair.
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