Ready to refresh your autumn wardrobe? This season, tights are a major trend on the runway. They come in every pattern, color, and denier imaginable. Think bold shades of red, blue, delicate white lace, and leopard print netting. While the look is daring, it’s definitely worth a try. Feeling unsure? Here are some tips on how to style statement, colorful tights for AW24.
At AW24 Fashion Week, designers made sure models were ready to face the elements. But it’s not about hats, coats, or scarves. The true standout this season is playful, lacy, and full of personality: tights. These tights bring high-energy style and bold trend appeal. Wrapped around the legs of models, they create a head-turning look on the runway.
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“Tights are a must-have this fall because they add versatility and texture, transforming any look,” says Linn Frisinger, CEO of Swedish Stockings. “People are moving away from seeing tights as just an underlayer. Now, they’re viewed as a standalone piece that adds extra dimension to an outfit.”
“With this season’s trending styles—whether colored, sheer, or patterned—you can easily elevate a simple look,” Linn Frisinger adds. “Tights not only add visual interest but also keep you warm. Lace patterns bring an elegant touch to eveningwear, while knitted designs offer warmth with a fashion-forward twist. People are also experimenting with more colors. This season, we offer great autumnal shades. Leopard print is another must-watch trend, perfect for those wanting a subtler take on bold patterns.”
How To Wear Statement Tights
Layer Up
Autumn marks the return of layering season, and it’s the perfect time to try out your tights. “There are many ways to style tights this fall,” says Linn Frisinger. “While they’re commonly worn under skirts, we expect more people to pair them with shorts as the temperatures drop.”
Blazer Fit
A rising trend this season is styling thicker, brightly colored tights like leggings, often paired with a belted blazer. It’s a chic statement that works day or night. “Whether you’re going out or heading to the office, tights with a longer blazer are a must-have outfit this fall,” says Linn Frisinger.
Pattern Match
When it comes to patterned tights, there’s plenty of room to mix and match. We love pairing similar patterns with subtle differences in scale or texture. “Matching the pattern of your tights to the rest of your outfit is a stylish way to wear them,” says Linn Frisinger. “Just look at Jenna Ortega during the Beetlejuice press run—she paired our Siri stripe tights with a matching striped blazer set. Combining patterns makes the outfit look polished and intentional.”
Play With Texture
Texture is another area where you can get creative with your tights. With party season approaching, shimmery and metallic styles are topping the trend list. “Dressing becomes easier when you treat tights as a fashion accessory,” says Linn Frisinger. “Think of them as a key part of your outfit, and choose items that feel right together. With texture, you can have fun—start your day with a shiny pair, then switch to something shimmery for evening celebrations.”
