What could be more feminine than a pair of silky smooth pantyhose?
While many women opt for the bare-legged look these days, pantyhose (and tights) give a much more polished appearance.
The secret is to choose hosiery that makes you look sexy and stylish – not like you stepped out of a time warp from the 80s.
Follow these 5 transgender / crossdresser / femboy pantyhose style rules and I guarantee you can’t go wrong!
A Quick Note About Pantyhose vs. Tights vs. Stockings
Before we jump into the rules, let’s quickly discuss terms:
- Pantyhose – This is a term used in the U.S. to describe sheer hosiery with a denier (a measure of thickness in tights) of 8 to 30.
- Tights – Tights are thicker than pantyhose, with a denier of 40 to 100. (That said, most other English-speaking countries use the term “tights” for all hosiery, from sheer to thick.)
- Stockings – Stockings differ from tights in that they only extend to the upper thighs. They stay up with elastic or are secured with a garter belt.
Rule #1: Only Wear Nude Or Black Pantyhose
For the most sophisticated look, I recommend sticking to the basics and only wearing nude or black pantyhose. (Colored tights are a different story. See Rule #5.)
If you wear black hose, make sure that they’re jet black – not gray-black or brown-black.
Rule #2: Go For Sheer Nude Hose That Matches Your Skin Tone
The #1 rule for nude hose is to match your skin tone as closely as possible.
High-end hose brands (like Donna Karan and Calvin Klein) offer lots of nude shades to choose from, so you should be able to find a perfect match.
The #2 rule for nude hose is to buy the sheerest hosiery you can find. Nude pantyhose should be like the foundation you wear on your face: invisible, but enhancing.
Rule #3: Buy The Best Quality Pantyhose You Can Afford
Most trans women, crossdressers, and femboys have great legs, so it pays to show them off with nice pantyhose. There’s a big difference between drug store brands and department store brands.
My favorite high quality hosiery brands include:
- Wolford
- Spanx
- Donna Karan
- Calvin Klein
- Nordstrom
Rule #4: Coordinate Your Pantyhose With Your Shoes
If you wear black pantyhose, wear black shoes for the most streamlined look.
Nude hose gives you the most options: You can pair them with any color of shoes. For the most leg-lengthening look, try wearing nude hose with nude shoes.
Just remember: NO pantyhose with sandals or open toed shoes! (A small peep toe is fine.)
Rule #5: Try Tights
Semi-sheer and opaque tights are a great alternative to transgender / crossdresser pantyhose – especially when it’s cold out.
Tights are less formal, but they tend to look more modern and youthful than pantyhose.
The pantyhose rules DON’T apply to tights, so experiment with different colors, styles, and textures. Funky tights can totally make an outfit!
Let’s continue the conversation…
Do you love to wear pantyhose, tights, and/or stockings? If so, what are your favorite styles and brands?
Please share your comments below!
Love,
Lucille
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Hi Lucille..
I appreciate all your tips and “how to vs. how not to’s”
I wear my hose basically as you have suggested. I prefer the stay-ups over the pantie hose as a general rule. I wear tights all the time while skiing and other cooler outdoor activities.
I have learned the advantage of buying the best you can! Quality and more so the feeling of the more expensive brands.
I am still pretty much a hidden CD, but do have my exciting times with my few accepting friends. The majority of my best friends are great ladies and have taught me so much!
Thanks for all you advise!!
Corin xox
I’d like to add another rule to the list:
6. Dark coloured tights make your legs look slimmer, light coloured tights make them appear somewhat thicker.
It’s pretty basic, but still bears repeating. 🙂
Hi Lucille,
Firstly, I LOVE wearing pantihose especially with freshly shaved legs and would never dream of dressing without them. I find that pantihose, as opposed to stockings and suspenders, help to keep my “disgusting” bits and pieces safely tucked away at all times. I always wear a dark pair (much like the model in your picture) with any colour shoes, or black or blackmail stockings with black shoes. And I only ever wear nude stockings when I am wearing white or beige shoes. And I definitely wear them with peep-toe shoes with my toe-nails painted a sexy colour, I think it looks absolutely stunning!
I find that there’s nothing more sensuous than wearing stockings or pantihose on beautiful freshly shaved legs. It’s absolutely awesome!!!
Lots of love and hugs to you all.
Christine.
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Hi Lucille,
Firstly, I LOVE wearing pantihose especially with freshly shaved legs and would never dream of dressing without them. I find that pantihose, as opposed to stockings and suspenders, help to keep my “disgusting” bits and pieces safely tucked away at all times. I always wear a dark pair (much like the model in your picture) with any colour shoes, or black or blackmail stockings with black shoes. And I only ever wear nude stockings when I am wearing white or beige shoes. And I definitely wear them with peep-toe shoes with my toe-nails painted a sexy colour, I think it looks absolutely stunning!
I find that there’s nothing more sensuous than wearing stockings or pantihose on beautiful freshly shaved legs. It’s absolutely awesome!!!
Lots of love and hugs to you all.
Christine.
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Me personaly,i like pantyhose were them every day durring cold month even under slacks
I ador thigh tights nude or black and i feel wonderful waring them with a garter belt.
heels and a half slip and i am in sexy heaven!
joie
Lucille, I very seldom wear pantyhose. I prefer to wear garters and stockings. I always wear nude or black in stockings, depending on what I am wearing.
Tina
I have not worn pantyhose a quite awhile. I need to shave my legs first, and will when the weather gets warmer. I have worn beige opaque tights so I didnt have to worry about hair showing thru. But as soon as I shave my legs I am going to go shopping for pantyhose and will take your advice. Cant wait to see my legs in silky pantyhose.
i love wearing pantieshose over my panties it meakes me feel even more sexy.
“fred”…YOU ARE ONE VERY SEXY GIRL !!! “Paula”