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Following the Kansas City Chiefs’ AFC Championship win on Sunday night, more and more of Taylor Swift‘s outfit deets from the big game are trickling in. We’ve already gone into her $44 Baublebar necklace, but that’s not the only beloved jewelry brand that was in attendance: Eagle-eyed sources (okay fine, the internet) uncovered that Swift was also wearing a gleaming garnet ring courtesy of affordable fine jewelry brand Mejuri.
The reader-fave jewelry label is known for its dainty, timeless jewelry, and it seems that Taylor is a fan, as well. (A relatable queen!) In addition to sporting a fire-engine red sweater and her trademark ruby lipstick, she wore Mejuri’s Heirloom Ring for an extra dose of team spirit. The 14-carat gold ring is punctuated by a sparkling garnet center stone. (You can also shop the same style with a honey quartz or blue topaz gemstone.)
As the name suggests, Mejuri’s Heirloom Ring is a vintage-inspired design featuring a rounded gold dome band and ridges anchoring each side of the center stone. And it’s only fitting that the flame-red garnet, (a January birthstone, even though Kelce’s an October baby) and 14-carat yellow gold perfectly coordinate with the Chiefs’ team colors. At $598, the stunning piece does cost a pretty penny, but Mejuri also makes plenty of affordable garnet pieces if you want to rock a similar style. (Some of our faves are linked below.) And hey, Valentine’s Day is coming up, so if there was a time to start dropping hints…
Tights have been a favored fashion trend for seasons now, often seen on the runway as part of a no-pants look (see: the fall 2023 collections from Miu Miu, Gucci, and Christian Siriano), but now colored tights, particularly those of the red variety, have become increasingly prominent. Appearing during the holiday party season, as well as Spring 2024 street style, bold hosiery has made a statement in the last six months. Of course, red is not the only shade bright enough to turn heads. Hailey Bieber has advocated for white and brown stockings, worn with a fitted minidress and pumps, for a night out. Meanwhile, others have showcased colorful variations underneath oversized suiting and denim, peeking out at the ankle for a fun “sock” moment.
While colored tights have appeared on designer runways, in real life, they can exude a certain playfulness you might associate with childhood. I would know: They were practically the foundation of my growing up when I wore pairs with babydoll dresses and my pre-school uniform. This might explain why, since the trend has taken off, I felt a wave of nostalgia wash over me. I suddenly itched to get my hands on every color thanks to my “collect-them-all” mentality, but I was also hesitant to slip them on.
After sifting through my closet and singling out pieces that complemented my chosen shades — cherry red, ivory, and light and dark brown — my biggest learning was this: You don’t have to wear a thigh-skimming hemline (or straight-up briefs) to successfully pull off the colored tights trend. In fact, a small pop of color goes a long way, and my favorite outfits were the ones in which my tights accentuated the color palette but didn’t steal the show.
Ahead, I’ve offered four ways to style colored tights this season that are not only elevated but versatile enough for many different occasions.
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How To Style Red Tights
My first inclination was to team the most vibrant tights with an LBD or a pantsuit and red shoes — a simple but effective formula for anyone who is trying colored tights for the first time as an adult. But I also love the idea of juxtaposing feminine silhouettes, like a sheer lace slip and pointed-toe pumps, with a sporty hoodie or crewneck for a fun take on daytime casual. Here, the candy apple tights draw attention to the burgundy lettering on my graphic sweatshirt and the lace detailing of the dress, which gives the top and bottom half of my look equal statement power and establishes balance.
How to Style Sheer Brown Tights
These Commando tights are Espresso, but they have a sheer sheen that makes them neutral enough to serve as a foundation for styling other shades of brown (a big color trend in fashion right now!). I recommend a fitted mini dress or skirt in a similar tone and darker brown or black shoes to ground out the look. I’m not much for a super high heel, especially when I’m in a shorter hemline, and I love the added support of an ankle strap.
How to Style White Tights
These Calzedonia white tights are so sheer that, when combined with my skin tone, they give off a semi-purple tint in some lighting. For that reason, I sandwiched them between two cream pieces — a long-sleeve minidress and pumps — in a tweed texture. The monochrome moment called for a bit of definition, so I matched the black piping on my shoes to a satin mini bag I scored on Amazon a long time ago. I find black-and-white to be a forever-classic pairing.
How to Style Opaque Brown Tights
The dark brown tights offered their most functional purpose with this last look, providing warmth underneath my slitted pencil skirt and leather knee-high boots. These Calzedonia tights are 50 denier, meaning they’re a lot thicker, with microfiber that makes them super-soft to the touch. Comfort-wise, these were my favorite, and they happen to come in 16 other colorways. I coordinated them with my wool off-the-shoulder top, tucked into the waistband of my skirt. Comprised of neutrals, this look provides an effortless way to bare just a hint of your stockings.
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Winter fashion can be fun. Just ask the crowd at Copenhagen Fashion Week, which just kicked off its fall/winter 2024 schedule on Monday. While the Scandi set is known for out-of-the-box styling and bold color combinations, this season, the Danish capital is taking on the mob wife aesthetics, 2010s-ready leopard print accessories, and yes, quiet luxury.
Touches of red, one of 2024’s top color trends, are also on display, varying from ballet flats and sporty jackets to head-to-toe suits. As are bows, the leading accessory for this winter. As Fashion Month — which kicks off in New York in February and ends in Paris in March — nears, take a look at some of the street style trends out of Copenhagen Fashion Week.
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As far as fashion stalwarts go, there's nothing like a good pair of shoes, particularly handmade, buttery-soft ballet flats. After spending far too much time perusing the upcoming season’s fine footwear, it’s clear that ballet flats have a whole new look. Balletcore is where it's at. Where once there were only leather options in neutral shades, now there are radiant hues, dazzling embellishments, and edgy straps...and we are here for it.
The best part is that the simplicity of a ballet flat works year-round. You might defer to heeled sandals during the summer, chunky loafers during fall, and knee-high boots all winter. But ballet flats are as essential as your daily white sneakers. See for yourself by shopping the 24 best ballet flats ahead.
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