Lace Tights That’ll Give You a Leg Up on Creating a Winning Sartorial Strategy This Season

With the change of season, we naturally look to the recent runways for guidance. As opposed to preppy go-tos like argyle sweaters, (hopefully faux) fur coats, polished pencil skirts and suede bags of all shapes as well as sizes, there’s one trend that is relatively easy on the pocketbook. Lace tights. They were all over the catwalks of Isabel Marant, Alexander McQueen and Valentino, among others. Hosiery is one of those categories that compared to other designer fare is far more cost-effective.

While floral patterns dominate, there are a few exceptions. Alaïa’s stretch viscose pair operate as more of an optical illusion. Free People’s chevron set offers a geometric distraction from all of the blooms out there. While Natori’s racy tights bare a striking feather motif.

There’s quite a variety of colors to choose from as well. You’ve got your not-so-standard black and even moody browns. Looking to make an outfit really pop? Go with bright reds or burgundy, anti-pastel purples, dusty blues, pale pinks and almost every shade of white. Valentino Garavani’s acid-green hue is certainly the most dramatic of the lot, in a good way.

We may have the runways to thank for this upcoming phenomenon, but you don’t have to invest designer dollars to get in on the fun. Swedish Stockings is our ace in the hole providing several covet-worthy selections. The brand is so in demand that even Reformation carries its creations. Urban Outfitters and Free People are also great sources, especially if you want to really stock up by diversifying your tight portfolio. Although Marie Adam-Leenaerdt’s entry rings in at $260, it’s a big deal since the lace tights are integrated into a miniskirt.

Scroll down to shop the top lace tights for fall and winter.