Frisky Fashion: How to Dress to Show Off Great Legs

A woman’s legs are one of her sexiest and most feminine features. And, while most people think short skirts or dresses are the only way to show off stellar stems, The Frisky has a few more fashion tips to help shine the spotlight on gorgeous gams. Whether you are long and lean like Gwyneth Paltrow or want to highlight curvaceous calves like a Kardashian sister, most of these leg-loving fashions will work for everyone. <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/" target="_blank">The Frisky</a> gets inspired by Hollywood’s latest leggy looks to gives tips on how you can get a leg up on this hot style. By The Frisky Photos: Splash More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a>

Gwyneth Paltrow knows that if you’ve got lean, toned legs, the best way to show them off is in sateen short-shorts worthy of a red carpet. The towering star make her legs look even longer by pairing leg-baring fashions with pumps that will add height and inches to both the short or long-limbed. Photo: Splash More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> (Ã?Â© www.splashnews.com)

If you’ve got sexy legs, then you’ve got the right to make them even more insane with pumps that add height to help lengthen legs. Don’t be afraid of overtly sexy straps or cage details—it shows how confident you are about your powerful stems. (You can always tone down the rest of your outfit. Optional, of course.) Carvela Cage Heels, $235.90, <a href="http://www.asos.com/countryid/2/Carvela/Carvela-Across-Caged-Heeled-Sandals/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1196447&MID=35719&affid=2135&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-8rMgeDuIySN5B2GCR98PTw" target="new">Asos</a> More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a>

Everyone seems to be in skinny jeans, and we are tired of the throw-on leggings look made popular by ex-con celeb Lindsay Lohan. This season, show off real leg confidence with skin-tight riding-inspired pants. Black stretch plus faux leather patches make for a bold look that lengthens and puts the focus on legs in a new way. David Lerner Riding Pants, $99, <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml;jsessionid=Z4YS1J5J4E124CQAAKTBACI?itemId=prod97150111&ecid=NMALRFeedJ84DHJLQkR4&ci_src=14110925&ci_sku=T2DRF" target="new">Neiman Marcus</a> More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a>

Khloe Kardashian, reality show star and one of three stylish Kardashian sisters, is not one to shy away from bold trends – especially one as sexy as Fall’s must-have over-the-knee boots. Stick with slim boot styles that act like a second skin to create the illusion of longer legs. Photo: Splash More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a> (Ã?Â© www.splashnews.com)

Covering up can be a good thing, too—an over-the-knee (OTK) boot can draw attention to your thighs, especially if you pair it with contrasting tights and a miniskirt. Steve Madden Suede Over-The-Knee Boots, $109.95, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3098016?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_pla=shoes:women:boots&cm_ite=steve_madden_%27overrpas%27_over_the_knee_boot:300525&cm_ven=Linkshare&siteId=J84DHJLQkR4-kFY8qkELIOl2Fk0KqPbT_Q" target="new">Nordstrom</a> More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a>

Perfect to pair with knee-high boots, thigh-high socks are another way to bring the gaze to your upper legs. But, since thigh-high socks can get costume-y, stick with a classic color like a heathered grey and reserve the look for low-key weekends versus the workplace. Button-Top Thigh High Socks, $14, <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=80&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=18693127&parentid=W_ACC_LEGGINGSANDTIGHTS&sortProperties=+subCategoryPosition,+product.marketingPriority&navCount=91&navAction=poppushpush&color=&pushId=W_ACC_LEGGINGSANDTIGHTS&popId=WOMENS_ACCESSORIES&prepushId=&selectedProductSize=&cm_mmc=Performics-_-Affiliates-_-ShopStyle.com-_-Primary" target="new">Urban Outfitters</a> More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a>

Actress Jessica Alba proves that a short hem is an oldie but a goodie for showing off legs. A flirty mini-dress works year-round and is an easy way to highlight your best assets. Photo: Splash More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a> (Ã?Â© www.splashnews.com)

Pair a brightly colored mini with flat sandals during the day or wedges at night during warmer months for a classic leggy look. When temperatures start to drop, throw on a pair of neutral tights and round-toe pumps with the same dress. Indah Tunic Dress, $54, <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/dali-tunic-dress-indah/vp/v=1/845524441874133.htm?folderID=2534374302063659&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall" target="new">Shopbop</a> More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a>

Experiment with coquettish hosiery. A bold color is the easiest to pull off, or you can try something even original like these optical illusion “garter” tights. Anything with exposed seams, lines, or bow details will show off the shape of your legs, and look ultra feminine. Wolford “Hot Dots” Tights, $65, <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=468245&CategoryID=20034&cm_mmc=ShopStyle-_-LINKSHARE-_-Crawl-_-Crawl&LinkshareID=J84DHJLQkR4-F9tHVSuq2I7TsFVFYEB6oA" target="new">Bloomingdale’s</a> More from <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">The Frisky</a>: <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-20-things-that-make-a-man/">20 Things That Make A Man</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-the-best-and-worst-boobs-at-the-emmys/">Best And Worst Cleavage Of The 2010 Emmys</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-6-celebs-who-got-their-silicon-melons-removed/">6 Celebs Who Had Implants Removed – Before/After Pics</a> <a href="http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-starved-for-celebrity-10-celebs-with-bad-body-habits/">10 Celebs With Bad Body Habits</a>

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Frisky Fashion: How to Dress to Show Off Great Legs