The 7 Most 2024 Ways to Wear Tights This Fall and Winter

It feels like we're all in peak appreciation mode of this proper autumn weather and the great layered looks we're finally able to wear, so let's continue on that theme with a little tribute to chic fall outfits that include a pair of tights. You'll rarely go wrong with sheer black pantyhose, but there's so much more to experiment with. If you're game, even your classic black tights have unexpected styling possibilities.

Miu Miu guaranteed that 2023 was all about the visible pantyhose waistline peeping out from above your slip skirt. Bonus fashion points if your cardigan was tucked in as well. This year's styling is proving to be much more chill. I'm mainly seeing preppy miniskirts and tights on the streets of New York with either Mary Janes or loafers below the ankles. There's no shortage of tights inspo in my feed at the moment, from fun and colorful vibes in Lisbon to elegant outfits in Paris. Here are some of the best outfits with tights that have made it into my Instagram Saved folder and everything you'll need to re-create them at home.

It just wouldn't be a story about fall 2024 outfit inspo without touching on the burgundy trend. This under-$25 opaque pair of tights from J.Crew is just the thing to bring a whole new energy to an all-black outfit.

Like V-neck sweaters and T-bar shoes, woolen tights are further evidence that my style is slowly but surely becoming anchored in pieces from my old school uniform, which, ironically, I always hated. Tights and peep-toe heels are one of those "love it or hate it" styling things, so if Sylvie Mus can't sell you on it, I don't know what to tell you.

Michelle Li is always good for some slighty sporty style with big Gen Z energy. The juxtaposition of the pretty lace slip skirt and bow-detailed tights with technical sneakers is what it's all about. Just in case the white tights are a step too far, I've re-created the look below in darker fall hues.

Now for something entirely wearable and a personal favorite fall look. I've been wearing sheer black tights under relaxed-fit jeans with my favorite slingback Mary Jane flats on repeat, and there's not much else to say other than I highly recommend.

I love how Vicky Montanari always brings something a little quirky to her looks without getting so wild it doesn't feel wearable. Adding an unexpected layer of socks makes this outfit feel extra fresh and preppy, and maybe they're the secret to wearing tights with Tabis!

Since sheer skirts are still trending, ultra-sheer pantyhose are the trick to not feeling too much like a nakey noodle, as my nieces would say. If your slingbacks keep slipping, try trimming some double-sided fashion tape to add a little tackiness to the inside of the straps.

Stirrup leggings deserve a special tights-adjacent mention here, especially when styled with slingbacks to create an extra-strappy moment. I like to think of this look as a little nod to everyone who secretly just wants to wear their workout gear all day. I see you, and I do too.