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Stockings are back. Here's how to style them in 2025.

Right, let's talk about something that's been quietly creeping back into our wardrobes: stockings. And no, I'm not talking about your Nan's support gussets. Or stuffy high school tights.

2025 has officially declared the return of hosiery as a proper statement piece—not just something you throw on to avoid hypothermia during winter.

We're seeing a perfect storm of 90s nostalgia and runway influence, ensuring that stockings finally have their moment.

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Here are the three trends that are actually worth your attention.

1. Sheer tights are having their main character era (again).

woman wearing sheer black tights with Burgendy shoes and coat Image: Pinterest @anyaxoxoxoxoxo

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The vibe: Minimalist elegance with a whisper of 90s supermodel energy. Think less "office appropriate" and more "I could be in a Calvin Klein campaign."

How to nail it:

Daytime: Sheer black tights, a structured mini skirt and blazer, plus flats, equals that effortless-but-actually-quite-calculated look we're all chasing.

Evening: Pair a slip dress, sheer tights and minimal heels for a dinner date and or girls night perfection.

Work: A mini or midi skirt and pointed pumps will make the sheer tights more professional, but with just enough edge to keep things interesting.

2. Patterns that actually make sense.

3 women wearing different pattern stockings Image: Pinterest @meganmarvelous / @abbglon / @calzedonia

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The vibe: Your hosiery becomes the hero piece instead of hiding in the background like a supporting character.

We're talking lace, polka dots, florals, fishnets—basically anything that adds texture and personality without looking like you raided a costume shop.

How to style without looking like you're trying too hard:

With your LBD: Let patterned tights do the talking—polka dots or lace work beautifully here.

Streetwear moment: Try pattern on pattern with a fun, bolder dress. It's a fashion-forward look that says "I read Vogue, but I'm still approachable".

Layering game: Try popping a sock over them like the cool kids do.

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3. Colour me mod squad (1960s style).

women wearing different coloured stockings Image: Pinterest @ambra / @SheaBuccha / @PrincessAce

The vibe: Full 60s mod energy with a 2025 twist. Think Prada runway meets vintage Melbourne op shop find.

The colour play:

Pop of colour: Bright tights and neutral everything else means your legs become the focal point (in the best way).

Monochrome matching: Red tights paired with a red skirt create a cohesive retro moment that actually works.

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Full 60s fantasy: Try styling the coloured tights with a mini skirt and Mary Janes… it's like time travel, but make it modern.

The bottom line.

Hosiery in 2025 isn't about following rules—it's about making choices that feel authentically you.

Whether you're channelling sheer elegance, playing with patterns, or going full colour-pop, the key is confidence.

Here are our favourite options to shop right now:

High Heel Jungle Venise Lace Fishnet Tights, $48.

ace-patterned fishnet tights from High Heel JungleImage: The Iconic

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Levante Sienna Spot Tight, $24.95.

sheer spot pattern tight from LevanteImage: Myer

High Heel Jungle Cherry Red Luxe Opaque Tights, $42.

woman wearing red tights from High Heel JungleImage: The Iconic

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Cider Floral Tights, $20.

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Voodoo Seam Tights, $19.95.

black centre back-seam tights from VoodooImage: Myer

Bec + Bridge x INSTOCK Crystal Fishnet Tights, $85.

crystal embellished fishnet tights from instockImage: The Iconic

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Plus Size Bras Backseam Fishnet High Stocking, $29.

stretchy thigh high stocking from plussizebrasImage: Plus size bras

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High Heel Jungle Diamond Crystal Tights, $64.

sheer stud detailed tights from High Heel JungleImage: The Iconic

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Voodoo Lace Tights, $19.95.

lace pattern tights from VoodooImage: Myer

Plus Size Bras Retro Denier Stockings, $16.90.

retro dots pattern stockings from plussizebrasImage: Plus size bras

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High Heel Jungle I Do Tights, $129.

velvet flocking design tights from High Heel JungleImage: The Iconic

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Plus Size Bras Polka Dot Printed Tights, $22.50.

purple polka dot tights from plussizebrasImage: Plus size bras

High Heel Jungle Rose Tattoo Sheer Tights, $49.

rose print design tights from High Heel JungleImage: The Iconic

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Trasparenze Brasilia Tights, $42.95.

two-tone pattern tights from TrasparenzeImage: Start with Legs

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Bras N Things Lace Top Stay Up Stockings, $24.99.

lace top stockings from Bras N ThingsImage: The Iconic

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Voodoo Lola Tight, $19.95.

 spot patterned tights from VoodooImage: Myer

Plus Size Bras Egypt Scarab 20 Denier Tights, $18.90.

scarab design tights from plussizebrasImage: Plus size bras

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High Heel Jungle Stain Bow Lace Up Tights, $59.

sheer tights with jacquard lace-up wrap from High Heel JungleImage: The Iconic

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Columbine Olympia Superfine Tights, $37.99.

double cable pattern tight in mustard from ColumbineImage: Start with Legs

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Plus Size Bras Fit Opaque Tights, $29.

flat seams tights from plussizebrasImage: Plus size bras

Feature Image: Pinterest @tully_vision / @estreyeahstar / @PrincessAce

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