Ah, tights. Whether you’re a lover of bare legs or can’t wait to get your hosiery back out with your winter clothes, sometimes the cold British weather means you just can’t avoid them.
We love winter dressing – cosy chunky knits, midi dresses and slouchy knee boots – all in a gorgeous muted colour palette. But if anything is going to ruin your look (and your day) it’s a pair of ill fitting tights.
Thankfully for you, we’ve rounded up the very best on the market – whether you’re after a natural nude, a high waisted pair or even worried about the effect our tights are having on the environment.
Loved by the royals, Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, recently revealed the secret behind her perfectly placed tights, whilst Meghan Markle has been spotted in a pair of glossy nudes on her return from her tour of Australia and New Zealand.
With these leg-hugging beauties, there’s not a baggy knee in sight – prepare to make these your new winter wardrobe essential…
Tights: best for eco friendly
Pamela Mann
As one of the biggest hosiery suppliers in the UK, Pamela Mann have made a huge step by replacing their best selling 50 and 80 denier opaque tights with styles made from 88% recycled yarns.
Tights, £8.95
Tights: best for shaping
Wolford
Just like built-in shapewear, these form-hugging tights streamline your figure, making your stomach, hips and thighs appear smoother.
Tights, £39
Tights: best for opaque finish
M&S
High street hero M&S are great for basics, and their opaque tights are no exception. The velvet touch, block finish makes your legs look endless whilst flat seams mean they’re comfortable enough for everyday wear.
Tights, £9.50
Tights: best for patterns
Calzedonia
Italian brand Calzedonia have teamed up with supermodel Jourdan Dunn to launch a range of fashion forward tights you’ll love to wear. From animal print and spots to diamontes, they’ve got everything you need to add an edge to any outfit.
Tights, £33
Tights: best for patterns
Calzedonia
Italian brand Calzedonia have teamed up with supermodel Jourdan Dunn to launch a range of fashion forward tights you’ll love to wear. From animal print and spots to diamontes, they’ve got everything you need to add an edge to any outfit.
Tights, £33
Tights: best for natural nudes
Heist
Your legs – but better (and warmer!) Heist have designed their tights for a barely-there feel. The seamless design is available in high or low waist styles and seven different shades. Tights, £19
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