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 usually buy my 100 denier black opaque tights from Gipsy Tights online.
They fit well and feel lovely, and only cost £7 a pair.
I just love my ‘office gurl’ look & black pantyhose & heels are essential to complete the look.
Hi, Girls
Yes, pantyhose feel wonderful. They are a bit of a nuisance so they are reserved for special more dressy affairs. I hugely endorse the “buy quality” tip. I have a large number of randomly-purchased pantyhose that are now in my dead pantyhose bag (they can be used as filters, cords, etc.). I am a frugal sort, so here’s a cheapo trick: If two identical pairs have serious runs in one leg, cut that leg off both of them and wear the remainders together. It may be a no-no, but there are actually times when white pantyhose make an effective accent. I wear tights much more often, especially in cold weather. They are such fun, in all sorts of colors and patterns!
l Love the feeling of Sheer Energy in suntan as I have naturally a darker tone of skin. To be honest, there isn’t anything better feeling than a sheer pair of panty hose on my skin.
Stevie you look so sexy!!!
A bit more of a conservative look.
So stylish and sexy dear I like a lot ! xx
Differs very much to my mood.
I like holdups, but sometimes, just pantyhose for eas. Mostly take out the crotch. Saves a lot of extra work in the bathroom, when fully dressed up.
Have garters too, with a step-in like garterbelt.
Great for going “Commando”
I have been wearing Leggs Sheer Energy for years. I used to wear Nude, but a newer version makes my legs too pale. I switched over to Suntan about ten years ago.This color covers up any black and blue marks that occur while in my dreaded male attire I also discovered that they make a queen plus sheer to waist. This stretches better as it serves to bind my corset. I love staring at my legs for hours.
nude gloss are always my favorite hosiery, but yes, i do also wear black lace top stockings for that extra sexy look
Just make sure regardless of putting on stockings, pantyhose or tights that you wear cotton gloves as this will prevent pulls or ladders. Also keep a bottle of clear nail polish in your handbag tk prevent ladders from running.