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The 6 Most 2025 Ways to Wear Tights This Winter

By Swedan Margen

The 6 Most 2025 Ways to Wear Tights This Winter

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

I'm mainly seeing preppy miniskirts and tights on the streets of New York, London and Oslo 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 colourful 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.

6 Chic Tights Outfits to Copy in Winter 2025:

1. Jacket + Burgundy Tight + Mini Skirt

Fashion influencer @salome.mory wearing a chic fall outfit with tights.

Style Notes: It just wouldn't be a story about winter 2025 outfit inspo without touching on the burgundy trend. Expensive-looking and chic as well as timeless, this deep wine hue is the perfect accessory to bring a new energy to an otherwise all-black outfit.

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Mandarin Double-Faced Wool Jacket | Black

Róhe

Mandarin Double-Faced Wool Jacket

I've had my eye on this jacket for awhile now.

Neli Skirt - Black - Wool - Sézane

You'll get so much wear out of this.

Colour Tights in Burgundy
Leather Slingbacks

Slingback flats will always look elegant.

Wander Matelassé Nappa Leather Hobo Mini-Bag

Miu Miu

Wander Matelassé Nappa Leather Hobo Mini-Bag

This will come in handy throughout party season as well.

2. Leather Trench + Grey Tights + Mules

Fashion influencer @sylviemus_ wearing a chic fall outfit with tights.

Style Notes: Like V-neck sweaters and T-bar shoes, wooly 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, but if Sylvie Mus can't sell you on it, I don't know what to tell you.

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Kasha Belted Leather Trench Coat

NOUR HAMMOUR

Kasha Belted Leather Trench Coat

There are so many ways to style this sleek trench.

Leather Rope Belt

Swap out the coats belt for this elevated cord iteration.

Grey Warm Handle Knitted Tights 2 Pack

Next

Grey Warm Handle Knitted Tights

Grey tights are just as versatile as black or brown.

Skye 70

Simple, chic and easy to style.

Mini Heckfield Suede Tote | Green

Jigsaw

Mini Heckfield Suede Tote

I adore this shade of green.

3. Blazer + Sheer Tights + Sheer Skirt

Fashion influencer @deborabrosa wearing a chic fall outfit with tights.

Style Notes: Since sheer skirts are still trending, ultra-sheer pantyhose are the trick to not feeling too naked. If your slingbacks keep slipping, try trimming some double-sided fashion tape to add a little tackiness to the inside of the straps.

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Wool Blazer

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Wool Blazer

A wool blazer is a wardrobe staple.

Sheer Luck Midi Skirt

Free People

Sheer Luck Midi Skirt

This comes in five other wearable hues.

Thin Veiled Tights - Women | Mango United Kingdom

These went straight into my basket, how chic!

Brushed Leather Slingback Pumps

Prada

Brushed Leather Slingback Pumps

Le 5 À 7 Supple Large in Grained Leather

The bag loved by influencers and editors alike.

4. Trench Coat + Midi Dress + Lace Tights

@vikilefevre

Style Notes: Lace tights definitely deserve a special mention here, especially when styled with more pared-back outfit to contrast against the bold pattern. I like to think of this look as a go to to minimalists who want to avoid looking boring. I see you, and I do too.

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Clyde Coat - Ecru - Organic Cotton - Sézane

This is a bestseller for very good reason.

Boiled-Wool Funnel-Neck Dress

COS

Boiled-Wool Funnel-Neck Dress

Fishnet Lace Tights

These are so easy to dress up or down.

Leather Flat Shoes - Women | Mango United Kingdom

These look so comfortable, and warm too!

Chic Th Monogram Plaque Leather Gloves

TOMMY HILFIGER

Chic Leather Gloves

I always keep a pair of leather gloves on me throughout the colder months.

5. Faux Fur Coat + White Tights + Slingback Heels

@lefevrediary

Style Notes: White tights might initially feel too out-there, but trust me when I say they'll earn you serious style points. Pair it with a cream faux fur coat and red slingback heels for a look that is sure to turn heads.

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