She also convinced me I need this once-considered “stale” staple.
Pamela Anderson is throwing out inspiration left and right. When I saw her on the red carpet sans makeup, I realized, I also don’t need to wear any makeup—even for big events where many cameras will be snapping from all angles. I can be more selective about how I spend my time getting ready, and it doesn’t always have to take hours in front of the mirror putting on a full beat. Thanks, Pam! She also just reminded me that black-and-white outfits hold serious style power, in a simple two-piece look that featured this subtly sexy style hack you need for winter. So many notes to take!
Anderson was photographed attending a screening of The Last Showgirl in Los Angeles, looking office-siren chic in a very typical boardroom-approved combo. She styled a crisp white button-down with a sleek black Ferragamo pencil skirt with a satin waistband, rounding out the look with sexy sheer black tights and patent leather ankle-strap pumps. BRB while I run to recreate this entire look, but in all honestly, Anderson, who once again went makeup-free for the occasion, convinced me to wear a button-down again—as well as wear sheer tights because there’s just something so sultry about the see-through hosiery look, even if it’s just peeking through.
Wolford Neon 40 Pantyhose
$55 $41 at Nordstrom
Spanx Shaping Sheers
$28 $20 at Nordstrom
Tights are a no-brainer this time of year, and you can and should wear them, even if they’re not being seen, like when you’re rocking jeans but need an extra layer of warmth. But the versatile undergarment is especially sexy when it slightly peeks out from underneath your attire, be it a mini, midi, or maxi skirt or dress; it adds allure and an element of sultriness. Given this, hosiery is also the ideal way to extend the lifecycle of your favorite falltime pieces, ensuring you can wear them in the winter months with very little effort. It’s the ultimate style hack, and truly takes up minimal space in your wardrobe, another must, especially if you live in NYC.
You don’t have to copy Anderson’s entire look—though I think I will—so below, I’ve rounded up the three key staples in her ensembles, including more sheer tights, crisp white button-downs, and flattering black pencil skirts.
Get the Look:
Hue Opaque Sheer to Waist Tights
Shop now: $13 (Originally $19); amazon.com
Nordstrom Everyday Control Top Pantyhose
Shop now: $15; nordstrom.com
French Connection Alexis Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Shop now: $47 (Originally $78); nordstrom.com
Mango Cotton Button-Up Shirt
Shop now: $30 (Originally $50); nordstrom.com
Good American Reversible Neoprene Pencil Midi Skirt
Shop now: $111 (Originally $159); nordstrom.com
Nordstrom Stretch Pencil Skirt
Shop now: $119; nordstrom.com