Love styling with tights? Then you'll know that it's the right accessories that make a look perfect! In this guide, we show you how to pair belts, jewellery and more with your Glamory tights, especially for plus sizes, with guaranteed style.
Why accessories are the crowning touch for your tights outfit
Carefully chosen accessories boost your confidence. They:
- Draw the eye to your best features
- Shape your silhouette with well-placed accents
- Add depth to outfits through contrasting materials
Plus size bonus: Well-placed accessories work like your own personal stylist!
Top 10 accessories with tips on wearing them with tights
1. Belts: the waist definers
Perfect for: A-line dresses + opaque tights
Plus size trick: Choose wide styles (5–7 cm) with a stretchy buckle
Material match:
- Leather belts with matt tights
- Satin ribbons with glossy sheer tights
2. Statement necklaces: eye-catchers at the neckline
Visual tip: The details of your necklace should match the texture of your tights
Example combinations:
| Tights | Necklace style |
|---|---|
| Pearlescent tights | Pearl necklace with metal accents |
| Matt jersey | Large wooden or acrylic elements |
Trend tip: Layer 3 necklaces of different lengths
3. Scarves: colour experiments with a system
Colour-matching rule:
- The scarf picks up a shade from your tights (e.g. wine red with burgundy tights)
- Or creates a contrast (mustard yellow with black)
- As a headband, with tights and boots
- Knotted as a cover-up top with fishnet tights
- Wrapped around your handbag to echo a colour
4. Handbags: the practical style boost
Shape tip:
- Rounded bags with floral tights
- Angular clutches with geometric patterns
- Height under 165 cm: mini to medium bags
- Height over 170 cm: shoppers or totes
5. Gloves: elegance to your fingertips
Material combinations:
- Leather gloves with nylon tights
- Polka-dot knitted gloves with cosy wool-mix styles
6. Hair accessories: the finishing touch
Matchmaker:
- Pearl hair slides with pearlescent tights
- Flower clips with floral patterns
- Metallic barrettes with glitter tights
Curvy pro tip: Pair voluminous hair with slim accessories, and fine hair with large clips.
7. Ankle boot socks: the layering hack
Here's how:
- Choose socks in a contrasting colour to your tights
- Pull them on over your tights
- Fold them down 3–5 cm so the sock shows
Plus size styling rules for accessories
- Mind the proportions: Larger accessories with voluminous outfits
- Choose a focus: No more than 2 statement pieces per look
- Create vertical lines: Long necklaces or narrow scarves have a lengthening effect
- Let materials talk: Pair high-end accessories with high-quality tights (e.g. leather + microfibre)
Combine colours like a pro
According to the Pantone Color Institute, these combinations are on trend in 2024:
- Peach Fuzz (Pantone Color of the Year 2024) + deep burgundy tights
- Silver accessories + charcoal sheer tights
- Bright lemon yellow + classic black tights
FAQ: your accessory questions answered
Q: What belt width works for a rounder tummy?
A: Styles 4–5 cm wide in a stretchy material, placed directly under the bust.
Q: Can earrings and necklace match?
A: Yes, but in different sizes (e.g. large hoops + a fine chain).
Q: How many accessories is too many?
A: No more than 4–5 pieces: 1–2 statements + 2–3 subtle accents.
Conclusion: your style, your rules!
Accessories are the secret weapon of every tights outfit! With our tips, you'll add accents with confidence and show off your curves. At Glamory, you'll find not only perfectly fitting tights but also inspiration for your next looks.
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