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Red Tights: The Trending Celebrity Must-Have

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9 months ago

March 5, 2024

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This season, red tights are the new fashion trend, standing out amidst hosiery and wool tights typically used for warmth.

The colour red has always played a significant role in fashion, from red nails and lips to red shoes, and the trend gained momentum in 2023 with the emergence of “tomato girl summer” on the internet.

A collage of Elle Fanning and Klyie Jenner, where both wear full red looks and matching tights. — The Great actress Elle Fanning left wears Vivetta while Kylie Jenner right dons an all red Jacquemus ensembleellefanningInstagram kyliejennerInstagram

Now, it’s the era of vibrant red legwear stealing the spotlight.

Celebrities like Valentina Ferragni, Kylie Jenner, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Elle Fanning have all been spotted flaunting scarlet stockings in the past year. Street style icons have also embraced the trend at various fashion weeks, and in February, Chloë Sevigny graced the cover of British Vogue in a striking red ensemble.

Chloë Sevigny is the epitome of cool wearing a Burberry dress and bright red Calzedonia tights on the cover of British Vogue. — Chloë Sevigny is the epitome of cool wearing a Burberry dress and bright red Calzedonia tights on the cover of British VoguevoguefranceInstagram

But how do these trendsetters effortlessly rock such a bold accessory?

Many embrace the power of red, incorporating vermilion tights into monochrome looks or pairing them with shorter hemlines to showcase their legs.

Runways from Valentino and Dolce & Gabbana pictured show models in full red looks and tights — The trend originated on runways from Valentino Spring 2023 left to Fall 2023 Dolce Gabbana rightPhotos Getty Images

Others opt for darker colours on top to create a striking contrast. Unlike traditional hosiery meant to blend in, bright tights accentuate the wearer’s legs and add a pop of colour to any outfit.

Runways from Burberry and Givenchy spring 2024 show red tights and thigh-highs — Red hosiery continued its reign in collections from Burberry left and Givenchy right for Spring 2024Photos Getty Images

The trend originated in high fashion, debuting on the Valentino runway in spring 2023, followed by Jacquemus and Dolce & Gabbana in fall 2023. It continued into spring 2024 with Givenchy and Burberry. Red tights have a rich history predating recent runways, from sixties mod styles to Princess Diana’s iconic red hosiery paired with skirt suits.

Those familiar with pop culture may recall red tights as a signature piece for Blair Waldorf in “Gossip Girl” or as an early 2000s indie fashion staple.

Fashionistas of the 2020s are embracing the revival of this trend, declaring it’s time to bring back the bold statement of red tights.

We’re excited to see the town painted red with this iconic accessory.