Sheer Skirts Are Trending - What Does That Mean for Tights?
The sheer skirt isn’t new - but it’s never been more wearable.
What started as a beach-layer essential has moved firmly into everyday dressing. From the sheer maxi skirt to delicate lace skirts, transparency is no longer reserved for holidays or occasionwear. It’s part of how we build outfits - adding depth, texture and movement.
But with that comes the question: what do you wear underneath? This is where tights, and the layers around them, come into focus.
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Why Sheer Skirts Work Now
A sheer white skirt or layered maxi works because of contrast; balancing coverage with lighter, more transparent layers. The key to making it wearable is what you put underneath.
Tights are an essential part of this. Whether you’re styling a lace skirt, sheer maxi skirt, or a fully sheer piece, the right hosiery gives you the coverage, colour or texture you need, acting as the base that pulls the whole look together.
What to Wear Under a Sheer Skirt
If you’ve been searching “what to wear under a sheer skirt”, the answer depends on the level of coverage you want.
1. For a Minimal, Barely-There Finish
Pair your skirt with sheer tights, like The Fifteen, or with a pair of simples briefs. We recommend the Softskin Brief in Black or Almond for a 'naked look'.
Lightweight and breathable, they create a natural, even finish on the leg without distracting from the fabric of the skirt. Ideal for layering under a sheer maxi skirt where you still want movement and transparency.
You can also add our SoftSkin Shorts - designed to sit smoothly under sheer layers for a clean, considered base.
Perfect Tights For Layering
CLASSIC COVERAGE
The Nude Sheer Tights
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£30.00 GBP
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The Fifteen Sheer Tights Black
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The Bare Nude Sheer Tights
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£30.00 GBP
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The Polka Dot Black
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SCULPTING SUPPORT
The Fifteen Contour Nude Sheer Tights
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£42.00 GBP
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The Thirty-Five Semi-Opaque Tights Black
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The Polka Dot Vintage Ivory
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The Eighty Contour Opaque Tights Black
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The Fifteen Sheer Tights Slate Grey
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The Sheer Bodysuit Black
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Contour Seamless Legging Black
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£72.00
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The Eighty Opaque Tights Black
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The Bridget Microfibre Lace Triangle Bodysuit Black
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2. For Colour and Depth
If you want to lean into the trend, colourful tights and layers can become a styling tool.
Our Thirty-Five and Sixty denier tights come in a range of shades, from classic black tights to softer brown tights and brighter tones. When worn under a lace skirt or sheer layer, the colour shows through slightly, adding depth without overwhelming the look.
This is where tights move from functional to intentional.
See an image of our Powder Blue tights, styled with a contrasting red sheer skirt for inspiration.
3. For Full Coverage
Prefer more coverage in your look? Go for opaque tights like The Eighty or The 125 Nano.
These styles give you a solid, reliable base under sheer fabrics, making them especially useful for work, events, or any setting where you want a bit more coverage. A pair of black tights under a sheer or lace skirt adds contrast while keeping the look put-together and wearable.
If you’re new to the sheer skirt trend or prefer more modest styling, opaque layers are an easy way in - they soften the transparency, add structure, and let just enough texture come through without feeling overexposed.
4. For Extra Security
For added comfort, confidence on busy days, or a touch more coverage, especially with lighter fabrics, layering with undershorts can make all the difference.
Our SoftSkin Shorty is designed as one of the best undershorts for sheer skirts. Smoothing, breathable and invisible under clothing, the Softskin Collection is designed with aloe-vera infusion and seamless technology, to give you the best, most ciomfortable experience. Think undershorts so soft, you won't even know you're wearing them.
The Role of Tights in the Sheer Trend
Sheer skirts aren’t about revealing everything. Wearing anything sheer is about about layering with intention, and finding out what makes you feel best.
From ultra-light sheer tights to fully opaque tights, and from tonal neutrals to expressive colour, hosiery can become the foundation of the look.
It’s also what helps make this trend so wearable. Without the right base, sheer pieces can feel impractical, too 'naked', or like they're missing the mark. With the right pieces, they become part of everyday dressing.
The Takeaway
The rise of the sheer skirt isn’t just about fabric and opacity, it’s about how we style what's underneath.
Whether you choose white tights for a softer look, black tights for contrast, or layer with undershorts for added confidence, the key is choosing pieces that work with your wardrobe, and what make you feel best.
At Heist Studios, our tights are designed to support that effort, seamlessly, comfortably, and with intention.
Shop Tights
The Satin Nude Semi-Opaque Tights Shade 20
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The Satin Nude Semi-Opaque Tights Shade 30
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The Heart Patterned Tights Black
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The Thirty-Five Cut-Off Footless Tights Black
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CLASSIC COVERAGE
The Nude Sheer Tights
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£30.00 GBP
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The Sixty Opaque Tights Black
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The Fifteen Sheer Tights Black
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The Thirty-Five Semi-Opaque Contour Tights Black
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The Eighty Opaque Tights Black
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The Fine Line Black
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£35.00 GBP
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The Polka Dot Black
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The Polka Dot Chocolate Brown
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The Scattered Pearl Vintage Ivory
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The Fifteen Sheer Tights Slate Grey
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