These 6 Tights Trends Are Slowly Taking Over This Winter
From classic sheer to stark white lace, these are the tights trends quietly taking over winter wardrobes everywhere.
Winter fashion has completely shaken up my tights drawer in the past few seasons. A bin that was once just filled with practical opaque tights is now a collection that includes bright pops of red, lace, and even stark white. If you told me I’d be styling my winter outfits like this a few years ago, I would’ve never believed you, but even minimalists these days are taking their simple black frocks to the next level with a pair of tights that turns heads. Now that the cold is officially here, the past few weeks have transformed my entire social media feed into a world of lace, florals, and every imaginable color of tights. It feels like tights are suddenly the main character of winter dressing, and honestly… I’m not mad about it. It’s an affordable and easy upgrade to any outfit.
The fun part is that every trend has its own vibe—some feel chic and quiet, others feel playful and intentionally maximal. Whether you’re diving in for the first time or refreshing a drawer you swore you’d never revisit, these are the styles that keep popping up on the fashion crowd (and the exact versions I’d add to cart).
Classic Sheer
There’s a reason sheer tights never go out of style. It adds instant polish and while it might not be the warmest choice, the final look is so worth it. Think of them as your winter equivalent of a great white tee—simple but essential.
Floral Details
It’s rare for something that might feel like a statement to carry weight long term in the tights department but floral details will always add a special touch to whatever you’re wearing. They add just enough texture to make a simple outfit feel intentional.
Stark White
White tights are the bold trend that feels very runway-coded. They brighten winter outfits in a way that’s crisp and cool. If you want something statement-y that still feels grown-up, this is the move.
Color Pop
Bold tights have had a moment lately and they are finally back in full force. From cherry red to electric blue and even bright hot pink, they turn a neutral outfit into a fashion moment with basically zero effort.
Classic Lace
Lace tights bring that slightly undone, Paris-meets-downtown energy that’s perfect for evening dressing. They’re delicate, a touch sultry, and add instant dimension to otherwise simple silhouettes. If you want something timeless but not boring, lace is the sweet spot.
White Lace
If you were surprised to see white tights on this list, prepare to be amazed because were about to talk about it more than once. Simply because, white lace tights give a totally different vibe—soft, ethereal, and a little unexpected in the dead of winter. White lace tights instantly elevate an outfit, bringing a strong editorial POV that somehow works with both slip dresses and oversized knits.

Sierra Mayhew is a fashion editor at Who What Wear, bringing a decade of industry experience to the editorial team. Since joining in 2021, she has made her mark by blending luxury and accessible fashion, decoding runway trends, and curating must-have shopping lists. Before joining Who What Wear, Sierra sharpened her skills at Harper's Bazaar and Elle, with bylines in Bazaar.com and collaborated with iconic brands such as Gucci and Ferragamo. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Sierra translates editorial expertise into viral social content, making fashion engaging for a new generation. Her unique perspective is rooted in her love for travel, music, and discovering the hidden gems that make New York City a constant source of inspiration.
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