The Pantyhose Debate!

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I’m going to a wedding the end of October. I’d really like to wear a wrap beaded dress I have that comes about 1-2 inches above my knees. But…oh, I hate this, my legs have now become crepey. I just cringe when I see them and rarely wear shorts anymore.

I want to wear pantyhose with this dress SO bad! But I hate the thought of wearing pumps, that seems so old too…unless I could get a silver metallic.

Are any of you wearing hose to formal events? I don’t look good in just below the knee or midi length. Anyway, I guess it shouldn’t matter if it seems unfashionable or old…I am old I guess. But stinky crepey thighs are just NOT attractive, especially in cocktail.

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I haven’t seen anyone in pantyhose in my area in years. I did attempt to wear them with a beaded dress of the same length to a wedding about 6 years ago. I took them off towards the end of the reception and tossed them. I went with the expensive brand that I read about on CC. I think @BunsenBurner is a pantyhose source of information. It has taken my many years to adjust to seeing my legs bare in a shorter dress.

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Do they still sell pantyhose? Not kidding, I haven’t seen or worn them in decades, and I don’t know anyone who does, but I live in AZ.

Are your legs tanned, @conmama? How about a light coat of bronzer to hide any imperfections, would that work?

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I’m eagerly awaiting the results of this!

This wedding I have in 2 weeks. Anyone else tired of me talking about it, because I am! Sorry to add on to your post @conmama

I have this dress

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It’s a dressy casual sunset boat cruise. In Michigan. End of September. Will probably be cool as it’s getting cool and it will be on the water. Brights and florals are encouraged. The groom is wearing a Hawaiian shirt and tennis shoes.

I tried it on today with a denim jacket and I have taupe booties. Can I wear tights? Or freeze my legs? I did buy tannner for my legs as any tan I might have had has faded. I would like to have worn knee high boots but apparently I donated them.

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I hate that pantyhose is so out of fashion.

Do we freeze? Or show off our less than perfect legs that have scars and bruises? Spend money on a spray tan that might or might not look good?

Or do what I do most of the time and default to pants because dresses are too difficult to figure out what to do. Except in summer

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I’m not old and I wear hose at formal occasions, I wear tights under skirts all fall and winter (for warmth and for the look itself). Find a cute pair of metallic pumps!

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They do! Probably not In Arizona where you winter out! I wouldn’t look for hose if I were in Arizona. :slight_smile: Even in winter. :slight_smile:

I like to be warm in chilly weather. It is amazing how much warmth that barely visible layer provides. @conmama I’d look at Wolford ($$$$) and Pretty Polly ($, a UK brand).

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I’d wear tights or leggings with it without hesitation! A denim jacket might be too tight because of the big sleeves. Cute dress!

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You could also bring a pashima for warmth instead of jean jacket. (pick one of the colors in that super cute dress for the pashima color)

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This is where I bought most of my hosiery.

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I did wear pantyhose to D’s wedding eight years ago. They were made for open toe shoes. I usually wear them to weddings and funerals.
I go to Nordstrom - the sales people are always very helpful.

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Thanks! The denim jacket does look cute, I was able to pull the sleeves down. I do think it’s warm enough on the top without a jacket though.

@beebee3, I like the idea of the pashmina. Because the sleeves are longer and a cute statement.

One more question. What color tights or leggings? Can I do my default black?

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I would not wear panty hose under any dress. I would wear spanx to smooth everything out and then a spray tan so my legs look good. I wear to the knee or longer dresses.

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I’d go with black! There are tiny specks of black in the dress, too. Unless my eyes are going completely bad!

If the denim jacket fits fine, I’d wear it! :+1:

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There is no way on earth I’d put any unnecessary chemicals on my legs. Plus, spray doesn’t create any warmth.

These tights in gobi color look fantastic and invisible.

https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/wolford-individual-10-denier-hose-0428750884211.html

But holy JPMorgan, the price went up so much!!! :scream: I’d still buy them.

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I’ll try to remember these, my friend works for saks and gets in on 50% off sales (just had one). Just went in on a really nice purse for a friend’s 50th birthday.

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I have those - they are worth the money!

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Thanks so much!

I have a really cute pair of heeled black booties. I’m going to try black tights and the booties. See how that combo looks.

Appreciate all the advice.

Usually I wouldn’t wear heels on a boat. This boat does dinner cruises and concerts so I’m sure heels are commonly worn

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I always wear pantyhose (nude) to formal events. They make my legs look great and support around my tummy. I actually feel quite comfortable with them.

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The color of my skin is fine. I don’t have varicose veins, or age spots. 2 years ago this wasn’t an issue. They just seem to have decided they are going to be wrinkly and crepey overnight on my upper thighs.