Friday, August 13, 2010

Fall Fashion About Those Legs

We've been reaching for those classic black tights to warm our legs in the past few seasons but this season the creaminess of white emerges, as well as those school girl knee high socks and socks under our heels.

White Tights/ Leggings
When going for this look keep one simple rule in mind: avoid sheer white stockings. You don't want to pale you want the white to apparent and diliberate. Go for opaque block colors, stark white, off white, and creams.

Knee High Socks
When going for this style there are a few key things to remember, length, style, andand shape to keep from being a victim. Stick to these styles: 
  • Knee High Socks
  • Over the Knee Socks
  • Thigh High Socks
  • Pick the length wisely: they have to suit your body's shape.
    • If you've got big thighs, thigh high socks will draw too much attention to them
    • Knee socks that finish below the knee may compliment your bone structure more than those knee high socks which finish above the knee. Try both styles on.
    • Knee high socks that cut off just below the knee are more likely to give you a slimmer look, as going only a short distance above the knee could result in socks that 'bulge' on your knee.
  • If you're short, knee high socks that cut off below the knee are best paired with a shorter hemline to expose more leg and, thus, imply greater height. The hem should be no lower than the middle of your thigh.
  • If you're in a colder climate then knitted socks might work for you. But avoid chunky and overt knitted socks.
  • Avoid pairing knee high socks with tartan and plaid skits unless you can otherwise avoid the school girl overtones.
  • Don't be afraid to layer. Knee high socks and over the knee socks worn over sheer, patterned stockings can add a whole new dimension to an outfit.
  • Don't be afraid to color and texture, particularly if you want the socks to be a focal piece of your outfit
If your going for the thigh high, my suggestion is to try American Apparel


Socks Under Heels
While you can wear those say knee Socks under your boots to add to an outfit your can also use their short counter parts this up coming season to also add some depth. Pairing ankle and mid-calf socks with heels, booties, and platforms can transform your look with-out a lot of time or change. You can also pair them over your tights to bring more personality to an outfit.

 

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