Tights have long ceased to be the prerogative of the fair sex, although the lion’s share of the market for this type of clothing is designed specifically for women. Men, too, sometimes do not disdain this type of clothing, and you should not forget about bright children’s models. Therefore, we have made a selection of the best tights for everyone.
What tights to buy
Tights should fit: small ones will press and hamper movements, large ones will slide or gather in folds. There are practically no universal standards — each manufacturer uses its own dimensional grids, so always carefully study the table on the package.
The density of the product will depend on the season. If we are talking about nylon tights, then in summer you should not wear models with a value above 15 den, but the winter version should have an increased density — at least 80 den and up to 300.
When choosing tights, be sure to look at the composition of the material from which they are made. Different components feel differently on the skin, give the product certain properties, and some can even cause allergies.
Dimensionless models are most often made from synthetic fibers of nylon or polyester. And manufacturers achieve special strength models thanks to the microfiber structure of the threads.
Elastane (or spandex) makes the fabric elastic and helps it keep its original shape without stretching after washing. The percentage of this substance indirectly indicates the «pulling effect»:
- up to 20% — ordinary models for daily wear, beautifully fitting the leg;
- 30% — «correct» the figure;
- 40% and above — intended for medical purposes are used as compression underwear.
Products with the addition of natural silk thread look very elegant, but their price is much higher than synthetics.
Warm «winter models» must contain at least 50% wool or cashmere, or 80% cotton. However, high-quality synthetic acrylic also retains heat well.
When choosing children’s tights, the main purpose of which is to warm the baby, it is better to give preference to natural fabrics — cotton or viscose. Elastane must also be present in such models, otherwise elongated knees and sagging “priests” cannot be avoided.
The best women’s sizeless tights
Tights of medium density from 20 to 40 den are the most popular option for demi-season. On sale is a huge selection of such products of all possible colors and sizes. 20 den is perfect for everyday wear at work (or anywhere). 40 den is suitable for walking even in late autumn or early spring.
Vivace 40 from Golden Lady — inexpensive and durable
5
★★★★★
editorial score
95%
buyers recommend this product
High-quality and elegant tights with a light massage effect. The effect of invisibility is achieved thanks to the smooth, non-consolidated upper part, and the maximum comfort is achieved with a gusset and a transparent toe. The composition of the product is 88% polyamide, 11% elastane and 1% polypropylene. Sold tights in 4 colors and 5 sizes.
Pros:
- Matte shades with minimal shine;
- Wide ribbed belt;
- Dense, but transparent;
- The straps can be easily stretched by hand.
Minuses:
- It is better for tall ladies to choose the size «with a margin».
One of the best models of nylon tights for every day and not only. Distributed pressure on the legs with a massage effect will help your legs not get tired by the end of the working day.
Nudo 20 VB from Omsa — comfortable and discreet on the leg
5
★★★★★
editorial score
92%
buyers recommend this product
The almost weightless structure of the Omsa Nudo creates the feeling of bare legs. A wide, soft and elastic belt at the waist without shorts can be adjusted in height. Made from 89% polyamide and 11% elastane. Tights are available in 3 sizes and 16 colors (from black to light beige). For greater comfort, all products are equipped with a hygienic gusset, and for naturalness — an invisible toe.
Pros:
- Flat seams invisible under tight-fitting clothing;
- The upper part is uniform and not compacted;
- Padded toe;
- durable;
- Very moderate almost matte sheen;
- Affordable price.
Minuses:
- It is difficult to break, but it is easy to put a puff.
Omsa Nudo is perfect for high cuts or tight fitting.
Magic Lady 40 Den from Energia – practical and durable
4.9
★★★★★
editorial score
90%
buyers recommend this product
Comfortable tights from a domestic manufacturer with a silky surface, padded shorts and reinforced socks. The composition of the product is 88% polyamide and 12% elastane. You can choose a suitable model among 6 colors and 5 sizes (including large «fives» and «sixes»).
Pros:
- Unobtrusive shine;
- Light aromatization;
- Larger sizes have double inserts at the back;
- Invisible flat seams;
- A strong wide belt prevents tights from slipping;
- Anti-crisis price.
Minuses:
- No gusset.
The presence of «rare» XXL sizes in the line will please girls with curvy shapes. The absence of a gusset is partly compensated by the denser structure of the shorts and stitched seams on both sides.
The best women’s tights for summer
Although most tights are designed for «warming», the summer version may still be needed. A business meeting in the office, a party that involves a little black dress, or going out to a restaurant will not do without this type of clothing. Thin and transparent, with a density of up to 15 den, tights will be almost invisible on the leg. It’s just a pity that you can’t expect a long life from such products.
Invisible Deluxe 8 by Falke — elastic and very durable
5
★★★★★
editorial score
95%
buyers recommend this product
Ultra-thin tights from the German company Falke are made using a unique 3D weaving technology, which provides them with perfect elasticity and uniform color. Cotton gusset allows the skin to breathe, flat seams and transparent toes are completely invisible under clothes and in open shoes. The manufacturer offers 4 colors in 4 sizes. Composition: 84% polyamide and 16% elastane.
Pros:
- Cute transparent shorts;
- Qualitatively executed seams;
- Soft and pleasant surface;
- Incredibly durable;
- Counterfeit protection.
Minuses:
- Expensive;
- The dimensional grid is different from the Russian one.
Just perfect summer tights for a little black dress — delicate and with a matte effect. Shorts will not be visible even from under the shortest skirt. In addition, these tights are surprisingly strong — they not only do not tear, it is even difficult to tighten them.
Oroblu Intrigo 10 — buttock shaping tights
4.9
★★★★★
editorial score
90%
buyers recommend this product
High-quality Italian tights, thanks to the anatomical cut and the special shape of the upper part, visually tighten the buttocks and make them more rounded. The sheer toe and upper make it easy to wear under tight clothing. The composition of the product is 81% polyamide and 19% elastane. Available in 4 colors and sizes.
Pros:
- Model the shape of the buttocks, creating the effect of a thong;
- Matte shades;
- Perfectly fit the leg;
- Adjustable wide belt;
- Hygienic cotton gusset;
- «Invisible» socks and flat seams.
Minuses:
- Expensive;
- Small selection of colors.
The adjustable waistband of the Intrigo tights allows you to wear low-rise skirts and trousers with them.
Velia 10 den by Gabriella — for open shoes
4.9
★★★★★
editorial score
89%
buyers recommend this product
Thin, perfectly fitting tights without a toe can be worn with any summer shoes. The model is comfortable and completely invisible under tight-fitting clothing thanks to flat seams and a transparent top. Available in 7 colors in 3 sizes (from 2 to 4). Product composition: 85% polyamide and 15% elastane.
Pros:
- Made from high quality Lycra;
- Thin yarn freely passes air;
- Wide range of shades (from black to light beige);
- Looks natural on the feet.
Minuses:
- Fairly high cost.
At Velia Gabriella, you can safely walk in sandals and not hide a chic fresh pedicure.
The best warm pantyhose
Cold weather is no reason to hide beautiful legs under trousers. Modern manufacturers of tights present a lot of winter models: warm and beautiful. Their density reaches 200-300 den. At the same time, the best tights are obtained from a combined fiber.
Products made of pure wool, cotton or cashmere quickly lose their appearance, roll and deform. However, the percentage of natural fibers should not be less than 45-50%. But elastane is also needed here, otherwise the product will wrinkle, gather in folds, and eventually lose its shape.
Matisse AirSKin 150 by Levante – very high quality microfiber tights
5
★★★★★
editorial score
95%
buyers recommend this product
Dense and elastic tights, made using Meryl 3D microfiber technology, contain polyamide (87%) and lycra (10%) threads. They are woven in a special way, reliably protecting from cold and moisture, while not violating the thermoregulation of the skin. The flat seams and cotton gusset are very comfortable to wear. The product is available in 2 colors (black and chocolate) and 5 sizes.
Pros:
- Beautiful and pleasant to the touch velvety surface;
- Perfectly fit the leg;
- Dense and warm;
- Matte noble shades;
- There are large sizes (XL and XXL) with a back insert in 2 seams;
- Wide elastic band and lack of eye-catching shorts.
Minuses:
- The price is slightly above average.
Matisse AirSKin 150 are quite warm and very beautiful tights, which are quite suitable for late autumn or very early, still slushy spring.
Cashmere 250 from Conte — «good» tights for a mild winter
4.9
★★★★★
editorial score
90%
buyers recommend this product
Very soft and body-friendly tights from a Belarusian manufacturer contain 63% viscose, 27% polyamide, 7% cashmere and 3% elastane. The model boasts a cotton gusset, padded toe and flat seams. The product is available in 3 colors (gray, brown, black) and 3 sizes.
Pros:
- Light cashmere fibers give the tights an unusual 3D effect;
- Do not stand out from under tight-fitting clothing;
- Anatomical heel and generally comfortable fit;
- Very durable;
- Inexpensive.
Minuses:
- Excessively high waist;
- In black, there are too many light cashmere villi.
The weaving of the threads in the fiber of these tights is not too dense, so the ideal weather for their «walk» is not lower than -5 degrees.
Alpine Wool&Thermo Fleece by Mio Senso — the warmest
4.8
★★★★★
editorial score
88%
buyers recommend this product
Alpine Wool — incredibly warm two-layer thermal tights. Their top layer consists of a natural woolen thread of Virginia sheep intertwined with rabbit down (72%). Internal — moisture-repellent fleece made of polyester (24%) and elastane (4%) fibers. For greater comfort, the model has reinforced toes, invisible flat seams and a cotton gusset. Tights are available in black and 4 sizes.
Pros:
- Do not create extra volume on the leg;
- They have an unobtrusive aroma of aloe;
- Do not shed when washing;
- They keep their shape for a long time, do not stretch on their knees;
- Soft and pleasant to the body.
Minuses:
- Only one color.
The high fit of the tights will reliably protect the lower back from the cold, and the absence of compacted shorts in the upper part of the product allows you to wear them under tight-fitting clothes.
Best body shaping tights
Do you want to remove folds from the waistline or 3-4 cm of hips? Modeling tights will provide tightening with the Push Up effect, support with varying degrees of pressure, shape correction in the area, hips and buttocks.
Impresso Effect Up 40 by Giulia — sexy and practical tights
5
★★★★★
editorial score
90%
buyers recommend this product
Incredibly beautiful corrective tights with Push Up shorts that lift and give an attractive shape to the buttocks. Made from 80% polyamide and 20% double wrapped elastane. And special reinforced zones remove wrinkles from the hips, abdomen and sides. The wide silicone lace belt fits perfectly and makes the waist slimmer. Customers are available in 4 sizes in 5 colors.
Pros:
- reinforced toes;
- Comfortable cotton gusset;
- Flat seams;
- Silky surface;
- Moderate shine;
- Democratic price.
Minuses:
- A little undersized.
The special weaving of the fibers used in the manufacture of this model ensures ideal heat transfer, especially with an active lifestyle. Machine-washed tights do not shrink, remain soft and elastic.
Body Shaper 40 by Incanto — under a tight dress
4.9
★★★★★
editorial score
89%
buyers recommend this product
Body Shaper 40 tights with high waist corset shorts will not only remove the wrinkles from the hips and abdomen, but will also reduce your waistline by at least a size. The model boasts a cotton gusset, flat seams and a molded heel. Composition: 76% polyamide, 21% elastane, 3% cotton. The manufacturer offers 2 colors in 4 sizes.
Pros:
- Invisible sock;
- Matte shade;
- Belt on a strong silicone tape;
- Do not squeeze the stomach;
- Strong enough.
Minuses:
- Difficult to put on because of the tightness of the shorts.
Despite the good density, tights are still tights, and over time they are torn. Many girls advise cutting off shorts and wearing them separately or together with other non-correctional products in order to tighten problem areas.
Slim Silhouette 40 XXL by Mio Senso — for curvaceous ladies
4.8
★★★★★
editorial score
85%
buyers recommend this product
The Slim Silhouette 40 XXL tights are specially designed for curvaceous ladies. In this model, the slimming shorts adjust the silhouette of the waist and hips without squeezing. The product distributes the load on the legs of its owner, protecting them from excessive fatigue and promoting proper blood circulation. The manufacturer offers 4 colors in sizes 5 and 6. Composition: polyamide — 87%, 18% elastane and 3% cotton.
Pros:
- Sufficiently strong;
- Wide silicone-based belt;
- Cotton gusset and reinforced socks;
- High-quality imperceptible seams;
- Contribute to the reduction of fatigue during the day;
- Affordable price.
Minuses:
- Small selection of colors.
Thanks to the special weaving of the fabric and the processing of the thread, the tights turned out to be surprisingly soft and comfortable. Moderate compression along the entire length of the leg gives a feeling of lightness and slims not only in the buttocks and abdomen.
Special tights for women
Among the many types of aesthetic tights, there are models designed to solve certain medical problems or dressed for the occasion.
Mama Relax 40 by Marilyn — tights for expectant mothers
5
★★★★★
editorial score
90%
buyers recommend this product
Incredibly delicate and elegant tights have a special elastic insert on the tummy, the size of which can be adjusted with a button on the belt. The model has a compression effect, evenly distributing pressure along the entire length of the leg. The constant use of such tights helps to reduce swelling of the legs and gives a feeling of lightness. Available in 2 shades in 4 sizes.
Pros:
- Improve blood circulation, fight swelling and relieve leg fatigue;
- Adjustable girth in the abdomen;
- Reinforced transparent toe;
- Very durable;
- Tight high shorts;
- Matte colors.
Minuses:
- Fairly high price.
Special «reinforced» zones support the tummy of a pregnant woman, while the fabric is perfectly breathable and maintains normal heat transfer.
JW-3212 class from Well Rehab — for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins
4.9
★★★★★
editorial score
89%
buyers recommend this product
Compression model JW-3212 from the well-known Swiss company Well Rehab is designed to improve blood circulation in women with vein diseases. The mechanism of action is distributed pressure on the leg: the greatest at the ankle (22-32 mm Hg) and gradually decreasing towards the lower leg and thigh. The special structure of the weaving of threads on the foot of the product has the effect of massaging the bioactive zones.
Patented «volumetric honeycomb» binding contributes to better heat and air exchange. Hygienic gusset, reinforced toes and heels, invisible flat seams provide comfortable wearing of compression stockings. The manufacturer offers the product in 4 sizes and 5 colors. Composition: 74% polyamide and 26% elastane.
Pros:
- Perfect fit;
- Anatomical shorts are invisible under clothes;
- Strong and durable;
- Easy to put on without wrinkling;
- Relieve fatigue, reduce severe swelling of the legs, remove vascular «asterisks»;
- Hypoallergenic.
Minuses:
- There are medical contraindications;
- Expensive.
The manufacturer provides a 6-month warranty on the medical properties of tights, subject to the conditions of washing and operation.
Sensuale 20 by Conte — tights for the bride
4.8
★★★★★
editorial score
85%
buyers recommend this product
Delicate and elegant fantasy tights with imitation garters are designed for the most memorable event in the life of any girl. The hygienic cotton gusset provides comfort, while the flat seams are invisible even under a fitted dress. Available in 2 colors (white and milky) and 3 sizes. Composition: 90% polyamide and 10% elastane.
Pros:
- Do not slip and do not roll;
- Invisible and durable;
- Matte shade;
- Affordable price.
Minuses:
- There are no large sizes.
Many girls noted the high quality of the imitation of garters, as well as the good quality of the tights themselves, which survive both marriage and a banquet with dances without a single puff.
The best children’s tights
High-quality children’s tights should primarily consist of natural fibers (cotton, terry or merino wool) with a small admixture of elastane or synthetics. To prevent the product from slipping, the belt should be wide enough and strong, but not pinch the tummy. Seams should be neat and not rubbing.
You should not take the model «for growth», it is better to follow the manufacturer’s dimensional grid exactly. And finally, color — do not take tights of poisonous red-orange shades. It is they who most often “paint” their legs and shed.
KBS «Kitty» 10489 and «Police» — children’s tights for every day
5
★★★★★
editorial score
100%
buyers recommend this product
Soft and high-quality demi-season tights from the Turkish manufacturer KBS will delight kids with cute pictures of a cat (for girls) and a police car (for boys). However, this series has a large selection of delicate colors and sizes for children from 6 months to 11 years. All models are treated with antibacterial impregnation and have a molded heel. The composition of the product is 90% cotton, 7% polyamide and 3% elastane.
Pros:
- Do not lose their shape after numerous washes in the automatic machine;
- Very pleasant to the body;
- Fits great on the leg.
- Flat seams are invisible under clothes;
- Correspond to the declared dimensions, not small;
- Antibacterial treatment.
Minuses:
Great tights for every day. Bright cheerful drawings will please kids, and excellent quality and wear resistance — their parents.
Rewon jacquard tights — the best for school or kindergarten
4.9
★★★★★
editorial score
89%
buyers recommend this product
Excellent plain tights for girls from 6 months to 14 years old in delicate colors with a convex pattern. Fabric composition: 65% cotton, 32% polyamide and 2% elastane. The product keeps its shape well, does not shed and does not shrink after washing. A variety of pastel colors retain their beauty for a long time, and high quality yarn is absolutely hypoallergenic.
Pros:
- Very elastic;
- Pleasant to the body and soft;
- Look rich;
- High-quality tailoring without threads inside;
- Not small ones.
Minuses:
- High price.
The model of snow-white color is perfect for an elegant dress for a matinee in the garden or a solemn event at school. And for every day you can take plain tights in pastel colors.
The best men’s tights
Men wear tights for different occasions: as thermal underwear in cold weather, as well as for sports or in combination with designer capris and shorts. With the help of compression models, they solve the same health problems as women, that is, get rid of varicose veins, swelling and fatigue at the end of the day.
Active 60 Den from Knittex — warm men’s tights
4.9
★★★★★
editorial score
90%
buyers recommend this product
Very warm men’s tights made of polyamide microfiber (90%), elastane (9%) and cotton (1%). The model is very comfortable to wear thanks to a special cotton insert, a convenient wide belt and padded shorts. The Polish manufacturer offers its black product in 3 sizes.
Pros:
- Not visible under trousers due to flat seams;
- Perfectly retain heat and do not let the wind through;
- Strong and dense;
- Matte shade;
- Lifting price.
Minuses:
- Not everywhere can be found for sale.
A wonderful warm item for avid snowboarders, hunters and winter fishing enthusiasts. Yes, and just in the winter to put on trousers — that’s it.
Leg Support 70 by Collanto — with a supportive effect
4.8
★★★★★
editorial score
85%
buyers recommend this product
Sufficiently dense men’s tights for travel or active sports. The product is translucent, has a special anatomical front insert, reinforced toe and upper part. The supporting effect is expressed in moderate pressure on the ankles (10 mm Hg).
Patented hygienic impregnation Sanitized has cooling properties in the heat and warming in the cold season. The composition of the fabric is 86% polyamide and 14% elastane. You can choose tights in any of 3 colors and 5 sizes.
Pros:
- Matte coating;
- Convenient anatomical shape;
- Quality tailoring;
- Adequate size chart;
- Suitable for tall and large men;
- Relieve leg fatigue.
Minuses:
- You can buy only in online stores;
- High price.
Many buyers find tights difficult to put on at first due to compression at the ankles.