Hosiery by Occasion

Office / Business

Professional settings typically call for:

• Sheer nude or tan pantyhose (10-20 denier)
• Black opaque tights (business casual)
• Knee-highs under pants
• Control top for smooth silhouette

Avoid: Patterns, bright colors, fishnets

Complete Office Style Guide →

Job Interviews

• Conservative nude pantyhose
• 15-20 denier for polish
• Always bring a spare pair

Interview Hosiery Tips →

Black Tie / Formal Events

• Ultra-sheer black or nude (10-15 denier)
• Shimmer for added elegance
• Sheer-to-waist under gowns
• Quality matters—visible under event lighting

Evening Style Guide →

Cocktail Parties

• More flexibility than black tie
• Sheer black classic choice
• Subtle patterns acceptable

Holiday Parties

• Shimmer and sparkle welcome
• Festive colors (red, green, gold)
• Fun patterns for private parties

As the Bride

• Ivory or champagne stockings
• Something blue garter tradition
• Comfortable for long day

Complete Wedding Hosiery Guide →

As a Guest

• Sheer nude—safe, elegant
• Match formality of venue
• Avoid white (bride's color)

As a Bridesmaid

• Coordinate with bridal party
• Buy from same lot for matching
• Bring backup pair

Casual Outings

• Opaque tights in any color
• Patterned tights for fun
• Textured styles
• Footless with boots

Weekend Wear

• Anything goes—express yourself
• Fishnets for edge
• Colored tights
• No rules!

Funerals & Memorials

• Black opaque or sheer
• Navy acceptable
• Conservative, respectful
• Avoid patterns or colors

Religious Services

• Conservative appropriate
• Check specific requirements
• Opaque may be required

Travel

• Compression for flights
• Pack wrinkle-resistant options
• Bring extras