A reader wondered if colored tights were ever appropriate to wear to work in conservative offices…
Reader Mail: Are Colored Tights Ever Conservative Enough?
The Very Best Tights for Work
Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Very Best Tights for Work
The Hunt: Strappy Pumps
2017 Update: We still love these strappy pumps to wear with tights to work, but you may want to check out our new roundup of sleek strappy pumps for the office! Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first … Read More about The Hunt: Strappy Pumps
The Best Tights and Half-Slips for Work
Which are the best tights for work, and where can you find them? What about half-slips for underneath workwear? Reader K wonders… I work in a very casual office, but with winter upon us, I would like to change up my typical pants/sweater wardrobe to add more tights. Can you do a post on the best tights out … Read More about The Best Tights and Half-Slips for Work
The Hunt: Strappy Pumps for Work
2017 Update: We still think these are really cute strappy pumps for work, but you may want to check out our latest roundup of sleek strappy pumps for the office. Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or … Read More about The Hunt: Strappy Pumps for Work
The Guide to Pantyhose for Work
If you were to write someone a guide to pantyhose for work, what would you say? Reader H wonders, and since pantyhose is one of the biggest topics we’ve talked about through the years, I thought I’d give it a go. Here’s H’s question: Hi! I know you write a lot about pantyhose/tights/stockings–sorry to bring … Read More about The Guide to Pantyhose for Work
When Is It Time to Stop Wearing Tights and Boots?
2017 Update: We still stand by this advice on when is it time to stop wearing tights to work — links have also been updated below. You may also want to check out our most recent roundup of Sleek Strappy Pumps for the Office if you are searching for the perfect shoes to wear with … Read More about When Is It Time to Stop Wearing Tights and Boots?
Coffee Break – Commando Tights
We are firmly into fall right now, and that means I am thinking tights. I had heard about Commando for years as being the best “opaque” tights, but it wasn’t until last year (when I got a pair for free at a Bare Necessities event, to be honest) that I tried them out — and … Read More about Coffee Break – Commando Tights
How to Take Care of Tights and Pantyhose
Reader S wonders about how to take care of tights… I seem to be having a spell of terrible luck with tights this year – I wear a pair two or three times and then find a hole or a run. I’m willing to pay more for tights that last longer, but I’m afraid I’ll … Read More about How to Take Care of Tights and Pantyhose
Layering Hall of Fame: Plush Fleece Tights
Suddenly, it has turned bitterly cold in New York, making me regret losing my favorite black cable-knit tights a few years ago. I’ve recently heard of these fleece-lined tights from Plush, though, and am intrigued — but finding them is a bit of a challenge. I can’t wait to try them, though! They’re generally $35 … Read More about Layering Hall of Fame: Plush Fleece Tights
Pantyhose or Tights: What to Wear with a Dark Suit for a Winter Interview
Today’s reader mail comes with a ton more of questions about interviewing — including whether it’s appropriate to wear black tights with a suit. Here are her questions: I’m a 3L and have an interview next week with a panel of district court judges for a judicial clerkship. I have a few questions with regards … Read More about Pantyhose or Tights: What to Wear with a Dark Suit for a Winter Interview
The Best Opaque Tights
Reader M is seeking the best opaque tights! Here’s her question… Could you do a piece on where to find really good opaque tights? I would love to buy some Wolford pairs, but think $64 may be a bit out of my price range right now. I want TRULY opaque — not the kind that … Read More about The Best Opaque Tights
