From lacy legwear to flashy tights, women are returning to hosiery with enthusiasm! Tired of covering up those legs, girls are recognizing the appeal of skirts and dresses and that includes legwear. Continuance of this trend is expected to flourish in Spring of 2007 with a renewed embrace of all things legs - from stockings to tights and everything in between.
Implications - Items starting to hit shelves include lace tights and all-black tights that look great when paired with a miniskirt. Stores are also stocking up on colorful leg warmers and knee-high socks that will soon be flooding the streets on the legs of fashionistas. Stocking and tights are great to wear in the spring and winter when it might be too chilly to go bare-legged.
Stockings and Tights Regaining Popularity
Hooray for Hosiery!
Trend Themes
1. Hosiery Revival - There is an opportunity to innovate in the design and functionality of hosiery to meet modern fashion needs.
2. Lacy Legwear - The trend towards lace hosiery presents opportunities to create new designs and patterns to meet the growing demand.
3. Colorful Leg Accessories - The trend towards colorful leg warmers and knee-high socks opens opportunities to innovate in colors, materials, and functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - There is an opportunity for fashion retailers to cater to the growing demand for hosiery and leg accessories.
2. Textile Manufacturing - Manufacturers can capitalize on the trend towards lacy legwear and colorful leg accessories by creating new materials and designs.
3. E-commerce - The growing popularity of hosiery and leg accessories presents an opportunity for e-commerce retailers to tap into the market by offering a variety of unique designs and styles.