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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I wear the support pantyhose all the time under my male clothes, I feel necked with out them on….. I also love wearing a corset with nylon stockings…I should have been a woman……
Thanks for the great post! I am pretty sure I think about pantyhose everyday. My everyday pantyhose are Hanes Silk Reflection (sheer to waist, sheer toe). My indulge pantyhose are Oroblu makeup pantyhose (about $25 so only for special occasions).
And you are correct. The only time I wear suntan pantyhose is at Halloween (my all time favorite holiday BTW!)
I love pantyhose. I wear the JCPenny brand Sheer Caress. I love the way they hold up and they are very good. The thing I like most about pantyhose is that it helps to hold the male stuff in place very well. I do wear panties with my pantyhose. They come in a number of colors and styles. I prefer control top more panty power. I do switch between p-hose and thigh highs. I tend to wear p-hose more with dresses since I wear full slips.
Sarah
Silkies.
The photograph shows my stock of just one type, in one size, divided by the precise shade. I wear either the large or extra tall.
I do buy & wear other brands, but for that special day out, it has to be a new pair of Silkies.
I just want advice. I am a teen male who is to afraid to come out as a female in a male body. I have become an emotional wreck and am always trying to hide my attractions for the other boys but can’t. I wear masculine clothes but when I throw house parties I dress like a female How do I tell my parents
Liam,what I’m fixing to tell you is from personal experience.Being honest with the world is hard enough,but being honest to ppl who are important to you can be impossible to overcome.First off,you need an ally who can help you make the big choices that are ahead of you.Don’t tell mom & dad you need to see a counciler cause you want to transition.Tell them your dealing with personal issues and you need to talk to a professional counciler.This person will help you understand yourself and where you want to go.Not to mention an ally in your corner when your ready to tell mom & dad.I hope this advise helps you.
Melody
Thanks but I need to talk to my parents
I live and work as a woman 24/7/365. I wear Silkies X-Queen #07 control top pantyhose everyday. I won’t leave home unless I’m wearing my hose.
I don’t like pantyhose, because they tin to get runs in then, however, i LOVE tights, and legging. but they are more for the winter months.
hi lucille
i love pantyhose, use as much as i can. i can’t imagine going out without it!!
Love ur legs. Omg lov pantyhose so much im living as a sexy sissy lady because of my mom. She