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Laddered stockings / ripped tights trend 2008-2009
The most defining trend of the 1990s was undoubtedly grunge. And since the 80s revival has reached its peak and is on the steady decline, it's the 90s that are next in turn - grunge naturally included. This neo-grunge takes the ripped denim trend firmly in its stride; and along with it comes another 2009 trend: laddered stockings.
Alexander Wang Autumn (Fall)/Winter 2008
The first we really noticed it was on Alexander Wang's Fall 2008 runway, in which beanies, boots and ripped tights made up a look that was rock chic meets neo-grunge. Since then, it's taken quickly to the streets - featuring in many a street-style blog across the web.
Ripped stockings: street style photo by The Sartorialist; Erin Wasson in I.D magazine.
How to wear it
With conviction. Wearing a crisp, corporate skirt-suit and a pair of stockings with a little ladder or two just looks like an unfortunate run-in with a sharp fingernail. On the other hand, shredded tights with studded boots and a black mini screams fashion-forwards neo-grunge chic.
Street style photo by StyleSightings; outfit on Rumi at Fashion Toast.
Who is wearing it
Ripped stockings & nudity: Regia Magazine
Ripped stockings street style: Stockholm, Sweden
Ripped stockings and nudity in Vogue Nippon
Laddered stockings: ur doing it wrng
DIY holes, rips and ladders
It's not hard to get this look. God knows, it's easy enough to rip stockings when you're not trying to. For heavier fabrics use a bit of creativity with scissors, or even a cheese-grater, to work in interesting shapes.
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Written: 1st December 2008 at 01.02
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Author
Authored by Tania Braukamper.
There aren't too many alpha-females out there and, though she might deny it, Tania Braukamper certainly exudes their qualities. A keen eye, a focused approach, and a wardrobe spanning three rooms have made her one of the savviest of dressers. But it's not all couture for Tania, earning her fashionista credentials she'll frequently be seen on the town in a one-off, vintage dress and a pair of Gucci heels.
She says: Vintage will never go out of style
We say: Does that include vintage 80s?
