When you think about fashion, it’s unlikely that tights come to mind. Handbags, shoes, dresses, sure, but tights? The sheer undergarments we use to stay warm in the winter don't exactly warrant excitement. At least that’s what we thought until Scandinavian labels like Ganni and Baum Und Pferdgarten began producing a new kind of tights that are garnering attention.
Whereas winter fashion on the East Coast (where this writer is) generally brings dull hues, Michelin Man-style layering, and quite frankly, absolutely anything that will keep us warm, those residing in Nordic countries tackle cold weather in a very different way. After all, their winters are twice as long and thrice as unbearable. So it makes perfect sense that this new phenomenon got its start in Scandinavia, where layering is second nature and style enthusiasts are forced to either dress down or get creative.
Ahead, see how fashion's elite are styling this winter's most talked-about trend and maybe, just maybe, find a pair of your own to upstyle your cold-weather wardrobe.
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Why wear pants when you can wear patterned tights instead?
Molly Blutstein wearing Marine Serre tights, Simon Miller boots, and an Acne Studios bag.Photography by Seleen Saleh.
Ganni Recycled Printed Accessories Stockings, $, available at Ganni
Collina Strada Multi Brush Tie Dye Stirrup Tights, $, available at Collina StradaFor a more minimal take on this maximal trend, pair your patterned tights with a neutral blazer and simple Mary-Janes.
Maria Bernad wearing Gucci tights and Nodaleto shoes.Photo: Christian Vierig/Getty Images.
Erdem Black & Multicolor Printed Tights, $, available at SSENSE
KKCo Tights in 2255c Tie-Dye, $, available at KKCoWhoever said you can't wear sandals in the winter obviously doesn't own a pair of graphic tights.
Wearing Marine Serre.Photography by Seleen Saleh.
Marine Serre Iconic Logo-Print Leggings, $, available at Farfetch
Baum Und Pferdgarten Jazzlyn Mesh Print Leggings, $, available at Moda OperandiDon't store away your mini skirts just yet. A good pair of patterned tights can make even the micro-est of minis seem winter appropriate.
Gabriella Karefa Johnson wearing Gucci tights.Photo: Claudio Lavenia/Getty Images.
Gucci GG Snake-Print Tights, $, available at Matches Fashion
Marc Jacobs Purple & Orange 'The Left & Right' Tights, $, available at SSENSE
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