How To Wear Thigh Highs (Outfit Inspiration) — Sarah Freia (2024)

Thigh Highs, in my opinion, are a wardrobe staple.

While some may believe they’re too sexy or too cute to wear on a daily basis, I highly disagree, and consider them rather versatile. Below, I’ve created outfits out of basic wardrobe essentials, that are elevated thanks to the use of thigh-highs. Whether you want to play it safe or sexy, there’s an option for you!

For other Outfit Inspiration, check out my posts on White Jeans, Pleated Skirts, 70s Wide-Leg Pants/ Trousers, Dr Martens, and Crop Tops.

Now, read on to see why you need to invest in this wear-with-everything piece! Zettai Royuiki has never been so simple!

Play upon the inherent cuteness of thigh highs, with a pleated skirt, a frilly top, and chunky sneakers.

There are so many permutations of this outfit - just grab a cute top, and pair with a basic pleated skirt. If your shoes match your thigh-highs, it’ll help elongate the leg. To ensure it’s not too messy, try to keep it this look to three colours, maximum!

WHERE TO WEAR

• Meeting with friends

• Shopping

• Concert

• Karaoke

• Ice cream shop

Details:

• Shirt: Aritzia

• Shirt: Aritzia

• Thigh Highs: American Apparel

• Shoes:Buffalo London

I don’t care what you say - a monochromatic outfit, broken up with a hint of leg, is insanely cool.

To recreate this cool look, find a short dress/ skirt/ shorts, and pair it with thigh highs of the same colour.

Play around with textures to keep it interesting!

WHERE TO WEAR

• Coffee date

• Movie Theatre

• Bar

• Grabbing gas, but the ex might be there

Details:

• Dress: Forever 21

• Shoes: Doc Martens

• Thigh Highs: American Apparel

• Jacket: Belle Demoiselle boutique, Paris 6ème

• Sunglasses: RayBans

The kooky touches - oversizes red glasses, a beret, a harness - make these thigh highs feel more kooky and fun, rather than sexy.

To recreate this look, play around with a traditional bottom half (same colour pleated skirt/ thigh high/ Oxford shoe), mixed with quirky additions up top (perhaps a bow-tie, a beret, pigtails… whatever tickles your fancy)!

Inspiration

WHERE TO WEAR

• Art gallery

• Painting pottery

• Coffee shop date

• Library

Details:

• Hat: Espace Kiliwatch

• Shirt: Narnia, Toronto boutique

• Belt: Sevens Harajuku

• Skirt: Aritzia

• Socks: American Apparel

• Shoes: Wishbone

Thigh highs + Blazer = Modern AF.

Parisian cobblestones are no fun, so a pair of white sneakers are a must in the French capital. Pair them with a monochromatic ensemble that bares a hint of leg, which will keep you cool and comfortable.

To replicate this look, try pairing a short dress and blazer, with a pair of thigh highs. You can easily swap the white sneakers for black ones, or high-heeled booties!

WHERE TO WEAR

• Nightclub

• High-end boutique

• Museum

• Divorce lawyer’s office

Details:

• Shirt: Bershka

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• Jacket: Kookai

• Skirt: Aritzia

• Thigh Highs: American Apparel

• Shoes: Tommy Hilfiger

• Purse: Coach

This look is anything but safe.

If you’re a bit more adventurous with your fashion, try pairing a ‘cute’ pleated skirt + blouse ensemble with translucent thigh highs. This is a more futuristic take on the trend.

Beware: You might have people doing a double-take as you walk by!

WHERE TO WEAR

• Manicures

• Shopping

• Photoshoot

• Break someone’s heart

Details:

• Shirt: Burlesque (Japan)

• Bra: Natori

• Skirt: Aritzia

• Thigh Highs: Don Quijote (Japan)

• Shoes: Nine West

I never wore uniforms growing up, but if I did, I’d want them to look like this!

Play upon the ‘uniformed’ look of thigh highs with a pleated skirt, and a collar + shirt combo. Oxfords add a touch of chic, and the red sunglasses add a touch of whimsy.

To recreate this look —> keep the colours simple, and the pieces traditional. One or two small pops of colours encouraged!

WHERE TO WEAR

• Your French language meetup group

• Restaurant

• Library

• Hanging out with friends

Details:

• Shirt: Comme des Garçons

• Undershirt: MONKI

• Skirt: American Apparel

• Thigh Highs: American Apparel

• Shoes: Wishbone

• Sunglasses: From a street vendor, London UK

• Hat: Ralph Lauren (vintage)