Fine or Opaque Tights

The variety of tights available in the market has made making a choice quite hard. To give you some help with choosing the right one, let’s look at the differences between fine and opaque tights.

Fine tights offer more visibility than opaque tights, but both have their own characteristics when choosing to wear with an outfit.

The main content in fine tights is nylon, and there are number of variants in terms of denier and shades, making it possible for you to find one to match your needs.

Under skirts or when you need some evenness with your skin tone, choose fine tights. There are various other finishes which go well in different circumstances: from matte and sheen versions to darker colours for the workplace.

On the other hand, opaque tights are normally made of wool and are thick enough to not you see through them. They have a larger range in terms of colours and patterns, and are of the best use in winters as an extra layer to face the cold.

There is significant different in the care both tights need. While snags can develop in both, opaque ones have more durability, with fine ones having a tendency to ladder beyond repair more quickly.

Thanks to their thickness and stronger content, opaque ones have reduced chances of any tear developing. However, to avoid any “bobbling” effect, machine wash should be on a delicate cycle in a mild detergent.

So, while both types differ significantly, they each have their need when matching with an outfit. It’s advisable to have opaque and fine tights in the wardrobe. You never know when you may need one!

Opaque Tights

Tights are leg wear usually made of light material and have come to be a piece of must have wear, which depending on the complementing clothing and footwear can make big statements about your personal fashion consciousness. Opaque Tights have been closely knit with the fiber intensity of at least 70 Denier, and unlike fishnet tights, your skin does not show when you have them on. You have a wide selection to choose from when shopping for opaque tights, you can be certain to get the exact style, size and colour to fit your taste and occasion.

There are variations in styles for different designers, however you will be guaranteed with comfort irrespective of your pick. Toeless tights end just where your shoes begin, and often feature a strap that goes between your toes to hold them down.

There are the tights from Trinny & Sussanah which are designed to fit in high waist to guarantee a flat stomach alongside shaping up your bottom and thighs. With Figleaves Italian Hoisery, you will be certain to get tights with a touch of velvet and standard toe that has been reinforced for durability. Tights from Spanx offer you a firm control on your tummy and bottom, while feeling soft on your skin. What else is great about this designer is you get two colour (black and brown) variations in one pair because they are reversible!

Another great deal on opaque tights, check out tights by Levante that are knit in double layer, keeping you warm while looking great. And for that elegant look with a silky soft feel to your skin, we have Vanessa stockings. These are designed to be durable both at hip level and at the toe.

For special occasions like your wedding, we have tights that would complement your white dress and shoes. From a wide range of designers, you can be sure to find just what you needed.

Opaque Tights – Compare and Buy Online

The dictionary definition of the word ‘opaque’ infers that if something is opaque, then it is difficult to see through, and in an almost literal sense, opaque tights conform to this.

In a fashionable sense, opaque tights are useful for those bright flashes of colour to highlight, contrast or complete any outfit. Whether they are a simple black or flesh colour, or pillar box red or tartan, they essentially hide bare flesh whilst retaining the natural shape of the legs. As a general rule of thumb, opaque refers to those tights with a denier (tightness of the weave) of 40 and above, but SemiOpaque tights are also widely popular and they can vary from 25 to 35 denier.

In a practical sense, opaque tights are ideal for colder climates as they give the wearer the freedom of skirts whilst keeping their legs warm. Very high denier tights can have the appearance of leggings and are as durable and flexible but in most cases have the advantage of reinforced toes. It is probably worth noting that opaque tights can hide a multitude of sins as well, and are popular for anyone who wants to cover up scars, pale skin or for anyone who simply hasn’t got round to ensuring that their legs are as smooth and hairfree as they could be.

Most department stores, pharmacists and many high street retailers will have a selection of opaque tights, particularly of the more traditional colours such as black or nude. However, for something a little brighter then Aristoc, Jonathan Aston and Pretty Polly all have a wide selection.

Opaque Tights

Opaque tights, also known as pantyhose, are close-fitting leg coverings worn by women and girls and are one of the most popular styles in the UK today, particularly black opaque tights which are particularly associated with winter time warmth and comfort.

Generally 70 denier and above defines non see through or opaque ladies hosiery. Opaque tights made by manufacturers such as Charnos, Aristoc and Pretty Polly are usually plain smooth knit garments often with a sheer finish.

There are many other types and forms of opaques such as fashion or suspender tights (giving the freedom of stockings with the comfort of pantie hose), dance tights, footless tights and of course most schools require girls to wear opaque tights in the colour of their uniform.

All of the above types and styles can be bought in any high street retailer or department store as well as through and increasing number of online specialist sites such as tights please or my tights.

Here’s our current selection of opaque tights to choose from.