We all know that black goes with everything. It’s slimming, flattering, chic, and easy on the eye. Many fashion experts say that women should have something black in their closets. The little black dress obviously counts. 

At CF, we’ve done posts on how to wear black clothing items such as the little black dress, black jeans, black heels, etc. We even covered how to make an all-black work outfit interesting. But what about black tights? It’s fall, so it’s the perfect time for us to give you tips on how you can wear black tights.

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Black tights are like socks for your legs. They’re classic, sophisticated, stylish, and versatile, plus they make your legs look miles long and keep them toasty. Black opaque tights are the most classic and versatile pair of tights, but you can find black tights in so many textures, prints, and patterns. You can even wear leggings as tights. 

Because of this, opaque black tights are not the only tights you will see in the outfits. You will find lace tights, sheer tights, polka dot tights, and more. Before we get to the looks, here are a few pointers for wearing black tights:

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Tips and Tricks for Wearing Black Tights

• You can wear black opaque tights with anything. We all know that black is a neutral color and can be paired with anything. I have said that opaque black tights are the most classic and versatile; you can wear them with anything from a brightly colored outfit to a bohemian one.
• Black tights look great with black shoes. Wearing black tights with black shoes makes your legs look miles long.
• Black tights can be used to tone down a bold look. They’re a great basic piece for keeping bright outfits from being too busy. Black tights also keep statement pieces the focus of an outfit.
• Don’t forget that black leggings can be worn as tights. Many college girls wear black leggings as pants. Leggings are versatile like tights, so why not turn leggings into tights by pairing them with boots, shorts, skirts, dresses, and even rompers?
• Black tights are not just limited to shorts, skirts, dresses, and rompers. Don’t forget that you can wear tights with pants, especially ripped ones. If you wear pants with tights and shoes that show your feet, the tights are disguised as socks.

How to Wear Black Tights

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Products: Sweatshirt – Old Navy, Jeans – American Eagle, Tights – Hot Topic, Mules – Charlotte Russe, Beanie – Forever 21, Necklace – Nordstrom Rack