Fashions Under $50: Five Fun, Patterned Tights

We hate to break it to you, but it’s just too darn chilly for bare legs these days. But who needs to flash some skin when we’ve got all of these great trendy tights to choose from? This season flaunt your gams in daring patterned hosiery that will keep you warm while making a big style statement. Might we suggest these under-$50 options…

Kate Spade New York Open Lace Herringbone Tights (http://www1 NULL.bloomingdales NULL.com/catalog/product/index NULL.ognc?ID=435716&CategoryID=9992&PageID=9992*1*96*-1*-1*59): Available in black, eggplant or heather gray, these striking tights are a must-have for career women looking to give their work look a chic seasonal twist. $38 (shown, below)

Topshop Paisley Swirl Net Tights (http://us NULL.topshop NULL.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?storeId=13052&catalogId=33060): Add drama to a little black dress or tulip skirt with these lacy black tights. Perfect for the femme fatale in training. $16

Urban Outfitters Sheer Python Tights (http://www NULL.urbanoutfitters NULL.com/urban/catalog/productdetail NULL.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=60&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=16498958&parentid=W_ACC_LEGGINGSANDTIGHTS&sortProperties=+subCategoryPosition,+product NULL.marketingPriority,-product NULL.startDate&navCount=252&navAction=poppushpush&color=&pushId=W_ACC_LEGGINGSANDTIGHTS&popId=WOMENS_ACCESSORIES&prepushId=): Python adds instant sex appeal to any look. Younger gals can wear this under a black minidress or black shorts and lace-up boots, while older women should pair them with a knee-length frock or pencil skirt for a healthy balance of elegant and edgy. $14

J.Crew Leaf Pointelle-Stitch Tights (http://www NULL.jcrew NULL.com/AST/Browse/WomenBrowse/Women_Shop_By_Category/accessories/hosiery/PRDOVR~20857/20857 NULL.jsp): These sophisticated tights are ideal for jazzing up your holiday party frock or even a wool skirt suit. $22.50

DKNY Aristan Knit Tights (http://shop NULL.nordstrom NULL.com/S/3037800?Category=&Search=True&SearchType=keywordsearch&keyword=tights+in+All+Categories&origin=searchresults): More suited for pm than am, these webby wonders will help you steal the spotlight. $20

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