15 Pairs of Patterned Tights to Brighten Up Even the Coldest Days

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In the winter months, our opaque black tights become as essential as our trusty leather jacket. They’re an essential part of the uniform. But as we all know, uniforms can start to feel a little boring after a bit. Like a funky pair of culottes or some colorful trousers, patterned tights are just the thing to liven up your look when it’s too chilly for bare legs.
If you’re just easing into the printed and patterned tights trend, try something subtle, like a nearly-sheer black stocking detailed with floral embroidery, swiss dots, tiny hearts, or petite owl designs. For your next-level tights game, consider going disco with a pair of glitter-embellished tights from Topshop or Alice + Olivia’s argyle print.
We found 15 pairs of patterned and printed tights that are guaranteed to punch up any winter ensemble, from playful comic designs to easy-to-wear diamonds in a bold red hue. Always remember, though: with great accessories come great responsibility. These tights look best when they’re the focal point of your look, so wear them wisely (and warmly!).
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Topshop opaque owl tights, $16. us.topshop.com
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Boohoo Night ‘Deena’ paisley tights, $14. boohoo.com
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Old Navy diamond patterned tights, $10.50. oldnavy.gap.com
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Old Navy heart print control-top tights, $6.50. oldnavy.gap.com
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Fogal oval patterned tights, $45. intermixonline.com
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Hue opaque non-control-top tights, $15. dillards.com
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Tsumori Chisato comic print tights, $88.66. farfetch.com
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Sister Original printed tights, $40.41. farfetch.com
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Alice + Olivia argyle tights, $48. couture.zappos.com
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Topshop ‘Pretty Polly’ tartan tights, $20. us.topshop.com
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Wolford ‘Leonie’ tights, $62. couture.zappos.com
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Alice + Olivia horizontal stripe tights, $48. couture.zappos.com
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Topshop glitter chevron tights, $16. us.topshop.com
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Old Navy floral pattern tights, $10.50. oldnavy.gap.com
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Topshop super-soft glitter tights, $20. us.topshop.com
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