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 am sorry but to me pantyhose are the worst creation going, I prefer and find it easier to wear stockings, either hold ups or worn with a suspender belt, I suppose my fashion sense rather dictates what hosiery I wera on my legs, I do love the retro fashions of the 1950’s Rock’n’roll era, so pantyhose are totally out.
I have tried pantyhose but have never been comfortable in them, and when I was dating my partners told me they hated them and that I would be better off in stockings, so a stockings girl I am.
I do like to wear pantyhose but I perfer to wear stockings with a garter belt. They me feel sexier.
It is amazing how things have changed over the years. It was almost unheard of to not wear hose. I myself have always loved them, however with the bare leg look era that we are in now there is something you can do. Try the Sally Hansen Air Brush Legs. Your legs will look fantastic, I just happened to find out by accident. That is why I love Fem Secrets, I will share what others have shared.
Why is it you can’t wear pantyhose with sandals or open toe shoes. I see that most or some women don’t polish there toes, or at least have a manicure and put those cute French Nail tips to make there toes look a little more attractve. Me I love polish on my toes, & colors (Dark for fall & winter) & pink, red, orange, yellow for spring & summer. What is your response and thoughts on my comments. …………. Robin
You can, I wear pantyhose all the time with open and closed toe heels. I’ve had many women compliment me on the way they look all the time . So go with what makes you happy.
I like Wolford pantyhose, and have many different shades. But since they are expensive I only wear them with skirts and dresses. For every day wear to work
in slacks it’s legg’s support because I ‘m on my feet a lot.
Hi yes I love wearing pantyhose and nylons,I only wear my nudes or jet black,on occasission I have worn a hint of black.
My favorite brand of pantyhose and nylons are “Silks”, and always sheer toe to waist
I personally like Leggs Sheer Energy. Since I have problems with my leg circulation , I find the extra support helps and Istill feel feminine as well as sexy.
I love to wear Hanes Ultra sheer lasting sheer. I always have my toes painted I love pink the best. Also love strappy high heels
“sissygirljohnny”…I Always Have My Toes Painted (“Hot Pink” Now)…I Love Your Nylons and Heels !!! “Paula”