It’s one of the hottest debates in the fashion world, but is pairing open toe shoes with tights truly a fashion faux pas? Or if done correctly, can it actually be a great look and a way to extend your wardrobe? To answer this question, all you have to do is look at the Spring 2017 runway. This year some of the world’s most famous, high-end designers sent their models out in tights and open toe shoes and they pulled off one of the most daring looks ever.
From Runway To Reality
Pouring through the recent runway shows of Spring 2017, you can see many designers decided to take this risk. Altuzarra paired patterned sheer tights with peep toes. Balenciaga paired bold opaque colored tights with strappy sandals and chunky heels. Céline took the look even further and paired sheer black tights with flat open sandals. All of these looks went against the standard rules of fashion, but all of them looked amazing. Based on these looks, it’s clear this old rule should be throw out!
How To Pull Off The Look
With these looks, it’s not as simple as just pulling out a pair of tights and throwing on your summer sandals. There are some basic rules to follow make sure you look chic when sporting tights with open toe shoes:
- Avoid nude at all costs. Nude tights are specifically designed to look like a bare leg and that illusion is broken when paired with open toed shoes. For a Céline-inspired look grab a basic pair of Hannah Tulle Tights by Transparenze.
- If you go sheer, also consider a pattern. For and Altuzarra-inspired look, consider grabbing the The Picasso Fashion Tights. They look great with open toe shoes.
- Consider a bright color. For a Balenciaga-inspired look, grab a pair of of the Uppsala Wet Looking Tights in a bold shade like Acqua, Orange, or Senape.
- Pay attention to your toes. Make sure that the tights you pick don’t have a contrasting or reinforced toe. Also be extra careful but runs tend to start at the toes which could instantly kill your look.
Shoe Pairing Ideas
Beyond emulating the looks of the Spring 2017, there are some other basic shoe pairing guidelines you can follow to help you pull off the look:
- Pair textured hosiery like the Blueberry Love Fashion Tights with ankle strapped pumped.
- Pair bright colored tights like Microfiber Sophie 70 Opaque Tights with peep toe pumps.
- Pair patterned tights like the Fiore Merida Fashion Tights with strappy heels.
Considering the great looks from the Spring 2017 runway, we think it’s time to throw out the old rule that you can’t wear tights with open-toed shoes. Just make sure to follow these easy guidelines to pull of the look and you’ll be in the clear!
Yes, it depends on the color, the reinforced toe, and if you want to look at the toes. Generally speaking most women and men who wear pantyhose and high heels have a fetish for nylons and shoes. Pumps are more important than open toe shoes.