Everyday Bombshell

I slipped on a pair of tights today, for the first time this season.  I'm pretty sure my bare legs will not be seen again until April.  Tights are a tricky thing, don't you think? 

I experimented with a couple brands last year - ranging from Target to Express to Lane Bryant - but none of them really wowed me.  So I picked up a few pairs this week while returning a few items to Avenue.  And I gotta say...I think Avenue's tights are fantastic!  I have four requirements against which I measure tights.

1. Length- At 6' tall, I need a pair that is long enough.  If the waistband doesn't come up over my navel, I'm just going to spend the whole day tugging at them. 
2. Opacity - I like my tights dark black.  No light patches over the larger parts of my thighs or knees, please!  
3. Soft and cozy - I don't want anything itchy against my skin.  
4. Price - I'm not shelling out more than $10 for a pair of tights.  Period. 

Avenue was a winner on all accounts.  Length is perfect, the tights are very dark black, they feel nice and soft, and at 2 for $15 (plus another 30% off thanks to an in-store sale!) I felt good about stocking up. I bought basic black tights and a pair of sweater tights that will be superb once the snow starts flying in the next few weeks.  The selection of tights is much better in-store than online, but you certainly can find a few in their online store.

The Outfit:
Black cardigan- Banana Republic
Animal print dress- Avenue
Tights- Avenue
Equestrian boots- Jessica London
Lemoncello necklace- Lia Sophia