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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In my case “natural” pantyhose is NOT natural as my legs are constantly tan. “Suntan” is natural for pantyhose/tights for the British with me. I do like them but of the not-so-stretchy variety. I don’t like support hose or “control top” hosiery, just the regular top ones. As for the black ones, of course I like them.
I agree 100%. Only sheer nude that match my skin tone (most days) OR jet black in colder weather when wearing wool or other heavier “winter” outfits. Nude look great with brown or tan flats or very basic black, and jet black hose only work with black flats.
Stockings, pantyhose, or tights are the most wonderful and secure feeling a girl can.feel on her lower body. Yes, black and light beige are the basic colors. But sometimes the outfit calls for a navy, tan, brown, or even white hose to go with the tone and feeling of the dress, skirt, or shorts being worn.
I love watching fashion segments on the Today Show or other talks shows. I learn something almost every time I watch a segment. Women’s magazines and videos on the internet are great ways to get new ideas and to learn.
One tip is to try different brands until you find the one tba fits you size and needs. I life the Haines Alive Support line of hosery the best because they fit and do not slip asbestos bunch and fell like they are about to fall down to my ankles.
Wow did’nt know I was going to get alot of question.2 years ago I just got my operation and for the cost start saving your money ladies cause it was not just breast implants but also had my man tool removed and by the time I paid it off I was up to $15,000 and some change.It was worth every penny and best part is now that I have moved to a new state I have all new friends and co workers and to this date not once has anyone every think that I was a man.The dating of men tells me I am women and now hear me roar.
Well put, You go girl!!
love the black … don’t have to shave as much
Nordstrom pantyhose, and patterned tights are tops in my book, a bit pricey, but top quality, and the pantyhose can actually be worn several times without running.
I love the the feel of Pantyhose and see no reason not to wear them nor do i see any reason not to dress the way we feel like just now haveing to start wearing my first bra and love it took some geting used to but so did the heels at first welcome to being a woman
I WEAR HOSE EVERY DAY AND LOVE THE LOOK AND FEEL. MY SO AND I ONLY WEAR HANES SILKY REFECTIONS. I DO ALL PURCHASING FOR BOTH US . THANKS FOR YOUR INFO. WE MUST BE MAKING A MISTAKE AS WE WEAR OTHER COLORS WITH OUR OUTFITS. THANKS SARAH