Dorothy Perkins and Primark Tights review from Blush pout pose

I love tights and I actually wear them all year round! I don't really wear jeans or trousers and only have to for work. Other than that it's dresses, skirts or shorts teamed up with a pair of tights. Even in the summer, it doesn't get that hot in Scotland so I still wear tights although thinner ones.

So over the next month or so I will be reviewing a range of tights I have tried from different high street stores.

Tights from Dorothy Perkins are my favourite for the good quality, range of colours as well as different deniers. They have a great range in their 2 for £8 with a variety of colours and designs. In that offer the tights are 80 denier which are nice and thick that is perfect for the colder months. They come in various sizes too and even fit a wee shorty like me!

I have bought a few in a range of colours and I have a pair that are 120 denier and it's so thick and cosy! I normally wear boots and knee high socks to keep extra warm in the winter.

The quality is really good for the price you pay and they can last a long time. However after a few months wear you may experience some bobbles appearing on the tights. This may be because I put them in the washing machine instead of hand washing them! So if you do this I would definitely recommend a bobble remover to make your tights look like new again! It was my boyfriend that introduced me to this handy tool and have saved me throwing out good tights!

Primark Review

The cheapest tights I've come across on the High Street is from Primark (naturally). However they definitely are not worth it in terms of quality. I have tried 20 denier ones in nude and black and I only got one wear out of them. That's if you are lucky to even get one wear! If you put them on too quick you risk snagging and ripping them which has happened too many times when I was rushing in the morning! So don't waste your money on these!

The nude coloured tights I bought were in natural. They look ok here in the photo but they look a bit orange in real life which is not a good look at all. I tend to wear these under lace tights.

I have however bought the thicker tights from Primark. They are ok, though can be a bit uncomfortable to wear as it's quite loose at the waist for me even for a small. The bow pattern is cute though!

I love wearing these grey bow tights with a white dress and little flats. They keep you warm too!

The nude and black tights cost about £2 (I think) for a pack of 5 and the bow tights cost £3 for one pair.

The Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton) at the National Portrait Gallery in London, July 19, 2012.

Rebecca Ferdinando @ the European premiere of 'The Dark Knight Rises' in London July 18, 2012

Spotted. Pippa Middleton out in London wearing sheer plain tights, July 18, 2012.

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Daisy Lowe out in London wearing opaque tights, 2012

Lara Stone in black opaque tights with David Walliams - have dinner at Scott’s in Mayfair, London 1.7.2012

Kaya Scodelario at the Isle of Wight Festival in Henry Holland tights, June 23, 2012.

Occasion dresses – How can I establish my own style?

With so many occasion dresses emerging on the runways every season it can sometimes be a little tricky to find the style that’s right for you.

In order find your style begin by asking yourself where you intend to wear the occasion dress. Normal events tend to allow for more muted tones; whereas an assortment of hot hues can be worn to a dressier do.

If you’re looking for a style of dress that allows more coverage and less fuss thenyou might want to consider opting for the jacket dress. These elegant dresses are often favoured by members of the British royal family and include a matching jacket in the ensemble. Sophisticated and demure, these stylish occasion dresses are perfect for formal weddings or family gatherings. In order to create a beautiful finish, keep the fabrics shiny and luxe as opposed to stiff or heavy.

When it comes to matching jackets, duster styles tend to work well with dressy pants, whilst cropped and bolero styles work well with floor-length gowns. If, however, you wish to expose a little more flesh, you could opt for either a strapless dress or something that exposes one shoulder.

An ‘off the shoulder’ dress exposes a little bit of skin without losing anything in the sophistication stakes. Despite such occasion dresses appearing a little  more revealing than your average gown, this style still creates an extremely elegant look. As an added bonus, this style works with almost any figure and the silhouette created adds width to the upper half of the body by balancing out the lower half.

Silk fabrics, emerald shades and deep coral hues are the go-to shades when it comes to investing in an off the shoulder occasion dress.

As well as evening occasions, there may be many daytime parties to attend and these events requires a different style completely. Fresh, floral prints are the most popular option and they end to work really well at outdoor events. The size of the print you opt for will depend largely on your figure. Those with curves should scale any big bloom prints down in order to suit their shape. Larger figures tend to suit a more subtle print that appears less busy. Petite frames can

pull off more intricate or statement prints.

With most evening dresses accessories should be kept simple. Metallic shoes and a similar styled clutch are great options and work to create a nice balance. Adding an oversized beaded necklace in a vibrant shade is a must, especially if you wish to keep the ‘cuteness factor’ fully intact.

Oops ! British radio presenter Gemma Cairney has a wind-induced wardrobe malfunction onstage in spotty tights. London on June 24, 2012.