Welcome back to the Glamory blog! Today we are rolling out the red carpet: celebrities in tights. We often hear the question: "Can I really wear that?" Our answer is always a loud "Yes!". And who could prove it better than the women in the global spotlight? We take a look at international style icons who do not just wear plus size fashion, they celebrate it.
The secret of these stars is not just expensive designer clothes, it is the way they use accessories. Tights are often the key element that gives an outfit shape, sex appeal or a playful touch. Here we show you how to bring the stars' looks into your everyday life with Glamory.
1. Celebrities in tights, like Ashley Graham: the queen of seduction
Ashley Graham has revolutionised the fashion world like hardly anyone else. Her style is defined by feminine elegance and a dash of sensuality. She does not hide her legs, she shows them off.
Her signature look: Ashley often goes for classic sheerness with that certain something. She is often seen in fine black tights (20 denier) that visually lengthen the leg, or in styles with a sexy back seam.
The Glamory tip: For that touch of luxury, we recommend our stay-ups with a lace top. They instantly give you that "supermodel feeling" under any dress.
2. Lizzo: bold, bright and fishnet
Singer Lizzo is loud, proud and completely fearless. Her message of radical self-love is reflected in her wardrobe too. Lizzo proves that "less is more" does not have to be a rule for curvy women.
Her signature look: On stage, Lizzo almost always reaches for fishnet tights, often with a wide mesh or embellished with sparkling stones. Fishnet is ideal because it is extremely stretchy, does not dig in and gives the leg great texture without covering it completely.
The Glamory tip: Be brave and try fishnet tights. Pair them with a denim skirt or wear them under ripped jeans for the ultimate rock star vibe à la Lizzo.
3. Aidy Bryant: retro charm and patterns
"Saturday Night Live" star Aidy Bryant (known from the series "Shrill") stands for a completely different but equally inspiring style. She loves vintage looks, playful dresses and patterns.
Her signature look: Aidy often pairs short A-line dresses with coloured or patterned tights. It looks girlish, yet grown-up and stylish. She shows that fashion is allowed to be fun.
The Glamory tip: Bring some variety to your wardrobe with our patterned styles, whether a subtle polka dot pattern or a fine diamond design.
4. Tess Holliday: tattoos and sheerness
Tess Holliday is a pioneer of the body positivity movement. As a heavily tattooed woman, she uses tights in a very special way.
Her signature look: Tess often wears very sheer tights that let her many tattoos show through while still giving her skin an even look. It is all about showing off the art on her skin while her legs look perfectly polished.
5. Rebel Wilson: Hollywood glamour
Even though Rebel Wilson has gone through a major physical transformation in recent years, her red carpet looks as a plus size icon remain unforgettable. She taught us an important lesson: shapewear and support tights are nothing to be ashamed of, they are the best friends of any red carpet look.
Her signature look: Perfectly fitting eveningwear. Rebel often used shaping underwear to create a smooth silhouette under close-fitting dresses.
The Glamory tip: Our "Vital" range gives you exactly this effect. Light support keeps your legs feeling fresh, even when the party (or the meeting) goes on a little longer.
Conclusion: your style, your rules
What do all these women have in common? They do not wait until they have the "perfect" body to wear fashion. They just do it now. Tights are the easiest way to give an outfit character. Whether you feel sexy like Ashley, bold like Lizzo or playful like Aidy today, at Glamory you will find the right companion in your size.
Which celebrity look do you like best? Show us your style on Instagram!