Legwarmers yellow black bee

The yellow and black bee leg warmers are fluffy leg coverings with narrow stripes in the colours of a bee, worn from the ankle to just below the knee. Pull them on over fishnet tights or bare legs and let the bottom edge fall just at the top of your shoes, so the striped pattern covers your entire lower leg. This way, women can complete their bee costume for Carnival or a themed party right down to the ankles.

The bee pattern up close

• The stripes run around the leg, and the top and bottom edges have a wider yellow band.
• The fabric has a soft, fluffy texture that gives the stripes a fuzzy appearance.
• The material is 100% polyester.
• Hand wash the yellow and black bee leg warmers.
• The style is designed for women.
• Boland supplies them on a cardboard card showing how to wear them.

Stripes as the bee's identifying feature

You immediately recognise a bee by the alternating yellow and dark bands across its abdomen, which is why this striped pattern is at the heart of every bee costume. In nature, this colour combination acts as a warning to other animals, and that strong contrast also makes the pattern clearly visible from a distance. By repeating the stripes on your legs, the pattern continues from your body all the way down to your shoes. This makes even a simple bee outfit instantly recognisable in a crowded party hall.

What else should you wear for a complete bee outfit?

The bee leg warmers match a striped dress or a yellow tutu with a dark top. Wear them over fishnet tights with high clear heels for a striking party look, or choose trainers if you prefer to walk flat during the polonaise. Complete the bee look with a headband featuring antennae and a pair of wings on your back. A yellow bow in your hair echoes the colour of the bands once more.

Order the yellow and black bee leg warmers and extend your bee costume all the way down to your ankles for Carnival.