8 Under $20: Tights

By Jess T.

I love tights. They not only keep me warm during the winter, but they’re also a fun way to express my personal style and give my outfit a little extra pizzazz.

Tights have been pretty popular for a few seasons now (thank god – no one wants to wear their annoying sister, hose, during the cold months) and there are tons of different styles out there ranging from funky to sexy to feminine. The surprising news is, tights can get really pricey. I’m not sure how something that rips so easily can cost so much, but I am not the one making the rules. Luckily, there are plenty of affordable options that don’t skimp on the style, and here are a few choices that will look fab without hurting your wallet.

If you’re tired of boring black tights but aren’t quite ready to make the plunge into something bright (see below) these tights from Forever 21 are perfect. They have subtle designs that add just the right amount of interest to your basic look. You can wear them with pumps, over-the-knee boots and everything in between.

These tights, from an awesome website dedicated to tights and only tights, are a total statement piece. Throw them on with your LBD and you’ve got yourself one hot (and easy) outfit!

It’s hard to stand out in the drab blacks and grays that come with this dreary season. But for less than $7, you can slip these babies on and instantly add a little heat to those cold, winter nights.

Unless you’re Britney at the Grammys (seriously, who is her stylist?!), fishnets look hot. And this pair of tights that only looks like fishnets gives you the hot and the classy all in one. It is possible!

If you need a little something to keep you warm, these cable-knit tights are perfect. They are thick and fuzzy (like a sweater for your legs) and opaque (so you don’t have to shave ‘em).

I just love these. L-O-V-E. The only thing I love more than these fun and funky tights is the website where I found ‘em. We Love Colors has a massive selection of tights in all different patterns, colors and styles.

I’ll be honest, I’m not sure how these would look on most people. I am sure, however, that anyone who can pull these off would look really, really awesome.