Tights

You might think having a layer of anything on your legs will keep you warm, but the truth is, many of those leggings not only won’t necessarily keep you warm, depending on what they’re made of, they may even make you colder because of how they perform in cold conditions. Because compression isn’t warmth. Do […]

Running tights are usually designed to be worn without underwear – it can be uncomfortable to wear an extra layer underneath an already close pair of tights. Of course, you can wear underwear if you find that more comfortable. Is it OK to wear tights as pants? Assuming your leggings are fully opaque, you still […]

Can I wear black to a spring wedding? In most parts of the country, you can wear black. (To be safe, don’t wear black in the South.) But fashion-wise, black’s a poor choice for a spring wedding. Is it OK to wear black tights in the spring? Black tights are best worn in the transitional […]

Here are seven ways to style of even the micro-miniest of skirts without covering your legs. Layer your mini under something sheer. Wear a bodycon miniskirt with an asymmetrical top. Go for more of a menswear-inspired look. Wear your miniskirt under a long jacket. Wear your mini with a bodysuit. What should you wear if […]

On a positive note, we recommend you DON’T wash tights after every wear. Instead, you can wash sheer tights once every two wears, and thicker tights after every three wears. It’s also safe to hand wash several pairs of tights together and at the same time. As usual, just be gentle and wash similar colours […]

Simply spray your tights with a light coat of hairspray. This bonds the fibers together, making your tights less likely to get runs or snags. How do you use hairspray tights? Simply spray hairspray onto the hole in the tights! “The way it works is it stiffens the fibers so it temporarily stops them from […]

Leggings are versatile like tights, so why not turn leggings into tights by pairing them with boots, shorts, skirts, dresses, and even rompers? Black tights are not just limited to shorts, skirts, dresses, and rompers. Don’t forget that you can wear tights with pants, especially ripped ones. How are you supposed to wear tights? Put […]

Yes, wearing logo tights and shorts is in fashion for 2022. Are fishnets with shorts another fashion trend that went out of style? Are tights Still in Style 2022? In 2022, statement tights are set to be a major trend once again. Are tights still in fashion? Apparently tights and hosiery are back, having been […]

The first pair of tights were actually manufactured in 1803. Hosiery had remained largely unchanged for the last 200 years, but at the start of the 1800s, the first pair of tights were made on a similar machine to Lee’s. When did tights get invented? History books credit Allen E. Gant with creating pantyhose — […]

Look for tights that are completely opaque and list the denier count on the label. Denier is a standardized measurement of your tights’ thickness — so the higher the number, the less likely your pair will snag or rip in the first place. How do you get tights on without ripping them? Soak your tights […]

Like it or not, tights with a lower denier can be extremely fragile and you need to take proper care of them to avoid a disaster. A snag in your tights happens to the best of us, but there are a few things you can avoid to save your tights from rips, runs and snags. […]

Here are our favorite tights that never rip: Wolford Matte Opaque Tights. Nordstrom. Wolford Matte Opaque Tights, $61, available at Nordstrom. Spanx Tight-End Tights. Spanx. DKNY Super Opaque Control Top Tights. Nordstrom. Commando Ultimate Opaque Control Top Tights. Nordstrom. UNIQLO HeatTech Tights. UNIQLO. Why do my tights rip so easily? Look for tights that are […]

Spray your tights with hairspray. Just before you put your tights on, spread them out flat and give them a light misting of hairspray. The hairspray will help to stiffen the material, making it harder for your nails to rip through. Go for a light misting, not a drenching. How do I stop my toenails […]

The predominant pro-shorts-over-tights argument is two-pronged: warmth and modesty. It’s cold out there, and in extra cold temperatures, some guys want all the frigid weather and wind-blocking protection they can get. Why do guys wear shorts over running tights? Why Do Guys Wear Leggings Under Shorts? For the same reason that women wear sports bras, […]

TIGHTS’ DARK SECRET While many women may thin manufacturers make them darker so you can cover your modesty when going knickerless, in fact they use a denser denier to help prevent your tights rolling down. These days, some brands also use them for tummy control too. Why are the top of tights darker? This is […]

The safest and tidiest way to store tights is to individually place them in sandwich bags. Fold them in half lengthways and then in thirds, and gently slide them into a plastic sandwich bag. How do I organize my thigh highs? Carefully roll or fold your thigh highs, and place them in specific compartments of […]

Chafing is the act of making skin sore by rubbing against it. “When wearing leggings or other tight clothing, you have to worry about the friction this causes on your skin,” explains Joshua Zeichner, an assistant professor of dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Why do my leg hairs hurt when […]

DRY YOUR TIGHTS ‘A quick blitz on a high setting for a maximum of 30 seconds (stop the oven and check the tights every ten seconds) will leave them bone dry and ready to wear,’ says home economist Jacqueline Mariani, who has been teaching people to use microwaves for more than 30 years.”]} Can you […]

The difference between leggings and running tights comes down to the thickness. Running tights are stretchy and light whereas leggings are thicker and not suitable for layering. Which is better tights or leggings? Leggings are much thicker, footless, and can sometimes be worn like pants. Tights are somewhat sheer, cover the foot, and must be […]

One of the top reasons given by athletes who choose to wear shorts over their leggings is modesty. Some people find the tight leggings to be much more revealing than they care for. Putting a pair of shorts as a top layer helps the athlete to feel as if they are leaving something to the […]