Rule No. 1: Choose a model of tights

• If you have varicose veins or feel tired in your legs, it is better to choose tights 50-100 DEN. They usually say Support.
• If your wardrobe is dominated by mini skirts or short shorts, then it is better to abandon the model with shorts.
• The waist height should be chosen in accordance with the usual height of trousers or skirts. For example, high, low or regular. Take a closer look at the thickness of the elastic - it should be about 3-4 cm so that the tights do not slip down.
• To narrow your hips, choose shaping and lifting models.
• Pay attention to the presence of a gusset - a diamond shape connecting the stockings. Tights with a gusset last longer and are more comfortable.
• The toe of the tights should be as thick as possible to resist arrows and holes.

Rule No. 2: How to choose tights by density?

• For summer, tights with a density of 5-20 DEN are suitable. These ultra-thin and invisible tights will perfectly highlight the flawless skin of your legs.
• For autumn-spring, you can choose a higher density - 20-50 DEN.
• For winter, it is better to purchase tights 50-250 DEN. Usually they have a modeling and therapeutic-prophylactic effect.
• Remember that the transparency of tights does not depend on the density, but on the composition of the thread. Therefore, thick tights can be transparent, while thin tights can be transparent. Cotton, acrylic or wool thread is always added to nylon tights for cold weather.

Rule No. 3: How to choose the right size for women's tights?

• When designating sizes, 2 systems are used: Arabic (from 1 to 5) and, accordingly, Latin (XS, S, M, L, XL). Size shows the ratio of two parameters: weight and height.
  • XS (1) is suitable for women up to 160 cm tall and up to 55 kg weight.
  • S (2) – up to 170 cm and up to 70 kg.
  • M (3) – up to 175 cm and up to 75 kg.
  • L (4) – up to 185 cm and up to 85 kg.
• If you have forgotten your size, the manufacturer always indicates a table of parameters on a good package of tights.
• If your size is borderline, then it is better to take a larger one, because small tights tear faster and fit worse on the leg.

Rule No. 4: How to choose nylon tights based on composition?

• Lycra (Laycra) from 9 to 31% retains tights after washing and keeps its shape perfectly. There is a special 3D lycra, which means a triple weave of threads in all rows.
• Acrylic insulates well, but tends to form pills.
• Microfiber (Microtex), or simply interwoven threads of polyamide, gives elasticity and strength. It retains heat well and is pleasant to the skin.
• “Double covered” means wrapping the lycra with double polyamide thread. This way the lycra doesn't stick to your skin, which is great for sensitive foot skin.

Rule No. 5: How to choose the right tights by color?

All tights can be divided into 2 types: classic and fantasy.

• The classic is presented in 3 shades: gray, beige (flesh) and black. When choosing nude tights, consider your skin color.
• Fantasy - with their combinations and other colors. For example, abstractions, colors, hieroglyphs. In addition, they can be complemented with lacing, openwork or false garters.

How to choose the size of tights, stockings, leggings

Tights, stockings, leggings have their own size chart, which differs slightly for each manufacturer

The most important parameters for determining size are height, weight and hip size. According to generally accepted standards, the sizes of tights and leggings are numbered from 1 to 6. Sizes can also be indicated by letters: XS (extra small) - very small, S (small) - small, M (middle) - medium, L (large) - large , XL (extra large) – very large, etc.

Before purchasing, please determine your size according to the size charts. To choose the right size, find the marks that correspond to your weight and height and draw the lines. The point where these lines intersect will be your size. If the point is on the dividing line between sizes, it is recommended to choose a larger one, since excessive tension in the tights reduces their strength. Do not forget to take into account your build, making allowances for the fullness of your legs and their length.

Some brands offer a universal size, which includes clothing sizes from 42 to 52 due to the elasticity of the hosiery and the quality of the materials used.

Always buy hosiery in the correct size, otherwise they may cause discomfort. Properly selected tights should not pull at the heel or calves, pinch at the waist and hips, or bunch up or sag.

General size table

	Weight
Height	CMхKG	65	70	75	80	85	90	95
	145/150	3	3	4	5	6	6	7	4"10
	150/155	3	3	4	5	6	6	7	5"0
	155/160	3	3	4	5	6	6	7	5"2
	160/165	3	3	4	5	6	6	7	5"4
	165/170	3	3	4	5	6	6	7	5"6
	170/175	4	4	4	5	6	6	7	5"8
	175/180	6	6	6	6	6	6	7	5"10
	180/185	7	7	7	7	7	7	7	6"00
		140	150	160	170	180	190	200	LBSxIN

	Weight
Height	CMхKG	45	50	55	60	65	70	75	80	85	90
	145/150	1/2	1/2	1/2								4"10
	150/155	1/2	1/2	1/2	1/2	1/2						5"0
	155/160	1/2	1/2	1/2	1/2	1/2	3	3				5"2
	160/165		1/2	1/2	1/2	3	3	3	4	4		5"4
	165/170		1/2	1/2	3	3	3	4	4	4	XL	5"6
	170/175				3	3	4	4	4	XL	XL	5"8
	175/180						4	4	XL	XL	XL	5"10
		100	110	120	130	140	150	160	170	180	190	LBSxIN

Weight

Height

CMхKG

45

50

55

60

65

70

75

80

85

90

145/150

S/M

S/M

S/M

S/M

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

4"10

150/155

S/M

S/M

S/M

S/M

S/M

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

5"0

155/160

S/M

S/M

S/M

S/M

S/M

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

5"2

160/165

S/M

S/M

S/M

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

5"4

165/170

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

5"6

170/175

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

5"8

175/180

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

L/XL

5"10

100

110

120

130

140

150

160

170

180

190

LBSxIN

Kelme brand size chart

Men's leg warmers
International size	S	M	L	XL	XXL
Ukrainian size	35-37	38-40	41-43	44-46	47-49

DUNA Brand Size Chart

Men's
Socks
Size	XS			S-M			L			XL
UK size	6-7			7-9			9-10			10-11
European size	39-40			41-42			43-44			45-46
US size	6.5-7.5			7.5-9.5			9.5-10.5			10.5-11.5
Foot length	23-25			25-27			27-29			29-31
Women's
Socks
Size	S-M						L
UK size	2-4						5-6
European size	35-37						38-40
US size	4-6						6-8
Foot length	21-23						23-25
Tights
	Hip girth
Height		88	92	96	100	104	108	112	116	120	124	128	132
	146	1	1	1	1	2	2	3	3	3
	152	1	1	1	1	2	2	3	3	3
	158	1	1	2	2	2	3	3	3	4	4	5	5
	164	1	1	2	2	2	3	3	4	4	4	5	5
	170			2	2	3	3	4	4	4	5	5	5
	176					3	4	4	5	5	5
		40	45	50	55	60	65	70	75	80	85	90	95
	Weight
Children's
Socks
UK size	0-0.5	0.5-2		2.5-5	5.5-6.5		6.5-8.5	9-11.5		12-2	2.5-6
European size	11-14	15-18		19-22	22-23		23-26	27-30		31-34	35-38
US size	0-1	1-3M		3.5M-6M	6M-7.5M		7.5M-9.5M	10-12.5M		13M-3M	3.5M-7M
Foot length	8-10	10-12		12-14	14-16		16-18	18-20		20-22	22-24
Tights
UK size	2	2	2	2-4	4	4-6	6	6-8	8-10	12-14
European size	68	74	80	92	104	116	122	134	146	158
US size	0/3	3/6	6/9	6/9-2T2	3T/3	4T/4-XS	S	S	M	M-L
Height	62-68	68-74	74-80	86-92	98-104	110-116	116-122	128-134	140-146	152-158
Bust	40	44	48	52	56	56-60	56-60	60-64	68-72	76-80

Bas Bleu and Bas Black brand size chart

All measurements are in centimeters, weight is in kilograms

Tights, stockings, leggings
Size	2/S	3/M	4/L	5/XL	6/XXL
	Medium	Medium-Large	Long
Weight	49-67	57-75	65-83	83-110	110+
Height	152-173	155-178	157-183	170-188	188+
Hip girth	88-92	92-96	96-100	100-104	104-108

Legka Hoda brand size chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Men's socks
Sock size	25		27		29		31
Shoe size	39-40		41-42		43-44		45-46
Foot length	24-26		26-28		28-30		30-32
Women's socks
Sock size	23					25
Shoe size	36-37					38-39
Foot length	22-24					24-26
Children's socks
Sock size	8	10	12	14	16	18	20	22	24	26
Shoe size	-	16-17	18-20	21-23	24-26	27-29	30-32	33-35	36-38	40
Foot length	8-9	9.5-10.5	11-12.3	13-14.3	14.9-16.2	16.8-18.1	18.7-20.1	20.7-22.1	22.7-24.1	24.7-25.4

ToeSox Brand Size Chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Armor Brand Size Chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Rubezh-Tex brand size chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Nike Brand Size Chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Socks
Size on the website	S	M	L	XL
Shoe size	34-37	38-41	42-45	46-49

Penti brand size chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Women's socks and tights
Size	S	M	L	XL
	1	2	3	4
European size	34-36	38-40	42-44	46-48
Weight	40-60	45-70	50-80	70-90
Height	145-165	155-170	155-185	160-185

Chicco brand size chart

Nova Line brand size chart

All measurements are in centimeters, age is in years

Socks
Men's
Sock size	23	25	27	29	31
Shoe size	39-40	40-42	42-43	43-45	45-46
Foot length	22-24	24-26	26-28	28-30	30-32
Women's
Sock size	21-23				23-23
Shoe size	35-37				38-40
Foot length	22-24				24-26
Children's
Sock size	8	10	12	14	16	18	20	22
Shoe size		18-19	20-22	23-25	26-28	29-31	32-34	35-38
Foot length	8-10	10-12	12-14	14-16	16-18	18-20	20-22	22-24
Age	0-6 months	6 months-1	1-1.5	1.5-2.5	3-4	5-6	7-8	9-12

H&M brand size chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Socks
European size	10/12				13/15	16/18		19/21		22/24
UK size	Newborn				0	0.5-2		3-4.5		5.5-7
Foot length	7.6				9.5	11.4		13.3		15.1
European size	25/27	28/30	31/33	34/36	37/39	40/42
UK size	7.5-9	10-11.5	12.5-1	1.5-3.5	4-6	6.5-8
Foot length	17	18.9	20.8	22.8	24.8	26.9

TV Mania brand size chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Columbia Brand Size Chart

Socks
Size	XS	S	M	L	XL
European shoe size	31-34	35-38	39-42	43-46
UK size	12-2	3-5	6-8	9-11
Men's US size			6-9	10-13	13-15
Women's US size		4-7.5	8-11.5	10-13
Teen US size	13-3	4-6

DexShell brand size chart

All measurements are listed in centimetres

Socks
International size	S	M	L	XL
European size	36-38	39-42	43-46	47-49
UK size	3-5	6-8	9-11	12-14
US size	4-6	6.5-9	9.5-12	12.5-14.5
Chinese size	35-37	38-40	41-43	44-46

They are present in every woman’s wardrobe; they are an important component of her image. Girls wear this accessory almost all year round (with the exception of summer).

Not only the feeling of comfort, but also the longevity of the product depends on the correct choice. If you wear tights that are a size larger, they will slide down your legs, bunch up and cause discomfort. Tights that are too small will restrict movement and tear quickly.

How to determine the size of tights and stockings?

To avoid making a mistake with the size when choosing, you only need to know two parameters – weight and height:

1. Human height is measured in centimeters. To do this, you need to stand barefoot on the floor, with your back to the wall, pressing the back of your head, shoulder blades, buttocks and heels tightly against the wall. Make a mark on the wall with a pencil above your head.
2. Weight is measured in kilograms using floor scales. For an accurate indicator, you need to remove shoes and heavy clothing.

In some cases, additional parameters are indicated on the packaging:

• G – hip volume.
• Ag – leg length.
• D – circumference under the kneecap.
• C – volume of the lower leg.
• B – ankle circumference.

Most often they are found on the labeling of special compression products intended for and prevention of venous dilatation of veins.

Size charts from different manufacturers may differ slightly from each other, so when purchasing tights from a new brand, you should be sure to select the product based on the size chart on the packaging of the new tights.

Size chart for tights and stockings

Determining your size according to the table is very simple. The top column shows your height, the side column shows your weight. You need to find your parameters and at the intersection of these lines the most suitable size will be indicated. For example, a girl with parameters 173/65 needs to choose a product marked “3”.

If, according to individual parameters, the desired result is on the border between two values, the choice should be made in favor of the larger one.

Size designations

For marking tights the following are used:

1. Numbers from 1 to 8.
2. Letters (S, M, L, XL and so on).
3. Roman numerals.

Stockings are marked in two ways:

1. Options – (same as tights).
2. Parameters – shoe size (from 35 to 42) and product length:

• S (small) – above the knee by 1.5 – 2 cm
• M (medium) – 8-10 cm above the knee
• L (large) – to the middle of the thigh.

In addition to the size, the packaging of tights and stockings must indicate the material and density of the product. Density is denoted as den, where:

• 5-10 den – this product is intended for the warm season (summer).
• 20-50 den – this product is intended for the off-season (autumn, spring).
• 50-250 den - this is very with the addition of acrylic, cotton or woolen threads, intended for the cold season (winter).

Some manufacturers provide their products with additional functions, for example, The following labeling indicates effects such as:

1. Support – anti-varicose effect.
2. Up – slimming and (removes the stomach, tightens the buttocks, and so on).

Material for tights and stockings

Some ladies think that if tights have a density of 200 den and consist of poorly stretchable materials (wool, cotton, etc.), then they should not take their usual size, but a little larger. It's a delusion. Manufacturers, when developing their size chart for each specific model of tights and stockings, conducted many tests and took into account all the nuances of the fabric.

Therefore, despite the tightness of the tights, you should always take your own size, and when choosing, follow the manufacturer’s table.

Popular materials for tights and stockings and their features:

1. Lycra - holds its shape well, retains its original appearance after many washes; high-density products can have a tightening effect.
2. Acrylic is artificial wool. It retains heat well, holds its shape well, fits snugly on the foot, but pills quickly appear on the surface of the product during wear.
3. Microfiber is elastic and highly durable. Withstands long-term wear, does not rub on the toes and heels, holds its shape perfectly, and fits tightly to the leg.

General tips for choosing and using tights and stockings

• High-quality tights have a gusset made of soft fabric - a diamond shape that connects the stockings in the groin area.
• The elastic band in the tights should be at least 3-4 cm, this width is enough to hold the product and prevent it from sliding down. In addition, an elastic band of this width is practically invisible under clothing.
• and it is advisable to match the color. This tandem visually lengthens and slims the legs.
• Tights and stockings are a delicate accessory that requires careful care. They should be washed exclusively by hand, in warm water (up to 40 degrees) with the addition of washing powder or gel. It is also advisable to squeeze it carefully, without strongly stretching or twisting the product. Dry naturally.
• You should put on hosiery without haste, having first removed rings and jewelry that may tighten the product.

The correct size of tights and stockings will help highlight the beauty of your legs, and wearing such a product will be a pleasure.

Not a single woman’s wardrobe can do without tights, and this does not depend on age or clothing preferences. It’s no secret to many that such a seemingly trifle as nylon tights can either add harmony to an image or detract from even the best outfit. Therefore, you should always approach the purchase of a new pair of tights wisely, armed with the necessary knowledge.

There is no universal definition of which nylon tights are better. An individual approach is needed, since there are a great many types of tights according to purpose, size, color, density and pattern. In addition, quality must not be ignored. How to determine the size of tights, how to choose them correctly? This article will tell you all the secrets of making the right choice.

Choosing tights according to their purpose

As we sometimes call them, “kapronki”, they can be of several types:

• ordinary;
• corrective;
• massage;
• compression;
• for pregnant.

Let's take a closer look at each type to understand how they differ from each other.

Regular

Regular tights come in different densities - from 5 to 250 den (depending on the season). They are intended for every day, can be with or without shorts, in different colors, with or without patterns, with a regular fit or a low waistline.

Important! Often they play a purely decorative function.

Corrective

Corrective tights remove uneven figures:

• they can use padded shorts to tighten the stomach (the packaging may say Slim body) or make cellulite invisible, while at the same time tightening the hips (anti-breeches);
• There is another type - which effectively tightens the buttocks (effect up), which is important when wearing tight-fitting clothes.

The bottom of the product looks like ordinary “nylon caps”, maybe 20 and 40 den, but the part that is located in the “problem” area is several times denser (maybe 120-150 den). Typically, the location of the correction is indicated on the picture located in the central part of the package with arrows or other markers.

Important! Doctors do not recommend wearing such products often, as they create excessive pressure on the abdominal organs. They can be worn to events or special occasions when your clothes show off your body flaws, such as a tight cocktail dress. But try not to overuse tights.

Massage

Massage tights (Support) do not have a medical purpose, but can help prevent swelling and venous expansion in the legs. This effect is achieved by special weaving of threads, with the help of which pressure is created in the right places. This helps blood circulation, relieves fatigue and prevents veins from dilating, which is especially important for those who spend a lot of time on their feet.

Important! There is another type - with foot massage. Such products may look like classic tights, but in the part where they come into contact with the sole of the foot, a ribbed, wave-like dense pattern is knitted, which creates a light massage effect.

Compression

Similar products are created for women with problem veins. They can be sold both in stores with stockings and tights, and in pharmacies. The function of such tights is that, with the help of tangible pressure that is correctly distributed along the legs, they protect the veins from expansion, normalize blood flow and reduce the risk of thrombosis. This is created using a special composition and weave of threads.

Compression can be of varying degrees:

• If you only need prevention, you can purchase special tights with light compression yourself.
• But if the problem already exists or you have had surgery on the veins of your legs, then a phlebologist will help you choose such tights.

Important! To achieve the desired therapeutic effect, it is important to choose the right degree of compression and size. When choosing, you need to measure the circumference of the lower leg above the ankle, in the upper part of the leg, the volume of the hips, height and weight. Typically, such tights retain their properties for up to 6 months.

Maternity tights

Not all brands produce such caprons, but, nevertheless, they exist. Like maternity pants, they have a wide elastic band and panels that support your belly as you walk without squeezing it. This eases the load on the spine and abdominal muscles. A growing belly is not a reason to wear only pants.

Choosing the right size

To ensure that tights fit your legs like a glove, it is very important not to miss the size. How to choose the right size tights? Usually it is enough to know your height and weight.

Important! All self-respecting manufacturers always provide a table on the packaging with a vertical and horizontal scale of height and weight. At the intersection of these parameters you will find your tights size.

The size of tights can be indicated either by numbers (from 1 to 6) or by Roman letters (XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL). Typically, by height and weight, sizes are distributed as follows:

• XS (1) - up to 160 cm height and up to 50 kg weight;
• S (2) - up to 170 cm and up to 70 kg;
• M (3) - up to 175 cm and up to 75 kg;
• L (4) - up to 185 cm and up to 85 kg;
• XL (5) - up to 185 cm and up to 95 kg;
• XXL (6) - up to 185 cm and up to 105 kg.

This is an average table.

Important! Some brands may have their own size chart, so if you are purchasing tights from a new brand, take the time to look at their size chart.

How to choose tights according to size if your parameters are on the border of sizes? In this case, it is better to take the larger ones:

• A product that is too small will fit too tightly on you, and because of this it will tear faster.
• Tights that are chosen incorrectly in size will either gather in unsightly folds or, on the contrary, slide down. In any case, you will feel discomfort.

Important! You must remember that it is risky to trust the size chart of tights from Chinese manufacturers. They have the sin that their XXL (there are XXXL and even XXXXL) barely reaches the standards of our M. In addition, there are cheap factories that do not spend money on packaging, but put the tights in a plastic bag with only a sticker with the size. In the absence of a better option, these will do, but you are unlikely to be pleased with their quality.

How to choose nylon tights? Product quality and composition

Such tights are often called nylon tights in the old fashioned way or simply “nylon tights”. But their current composition has long ceased to contain nylon.

Important! Ladies wore stockings more than four centuries ago, and tights in their current guise (waist-length) first appeared in the United States in the 50s of the twentieth century. Just for convenience, we combined stockings and panties. Dancers were the first to try this innovation, and then such a product simply became in great demand.

For a very long time, nylon tights were in short supply and the envy of ladies in the USSR. They were not very diverse in appearance, but were considered worth their weight in gold. Modern ladies have a wide selection of tights and stockings, but preference should be given to quality items.

Which nylon tights are of better quality? If you come to the store and buy tights from an unknown manufacturer and are not sure of their quality, then pay attention to the following external signs.

Package:

• It should be made of cardboard, have a thick board inside, around which tights are neatly laid. All this should be enclosed in a plastic bag.
• The packaging must indicate all the necessary information about the manufacturer, size and color (a size chart is required), composition, features of this product (presence of a cotton gusset, padded toe, slimming shorts).
• Usually there is a window cut into the package, through which the color and design of the product can be seen.

Seams and elastic

Ask the seller to show you the seams on the tights:

• High-quality products have a flat, neat central seam, which, when stretched, merges into one plane with the rest of the product.

Important! If the seam is rough and raised, it will be visible under clothing and may cause you discomfort.

• The elastic should be 3-4 cm wide. This is the optimal width so that it does not twist or press.

Smell and tactile sensations:

• Good tights should not have a strong chemical smell; on the contrary, quality manufacturers additionally scent their products.
• The fabric should be soft and silky to the touch. Rigid tights where the nylon creaks are definitely of poor quality and will be unpleasant to the body.

Important! Most likely, no one will let you put them on your hand or try them on, but be sure to touch the edge.

• Hold the tights up to the light. In high-quality products, circles similar to a cut of wood will be visible in the light. The more pronounced they are, the better, this is explained by the special weaving with a triple thread.

Compound

As we have already mentioned, nylon has not been included in the composition for a long time:

• The tights consist of polyamide with additives.
• A good sign is the presence of cotton in the composition. This is usually a cotton gusset - a hygienic addition (optional, but desirable). Cotton should be at least 3% (higher in warm versions).
• Lycra (dorlastan, spandex) is also a mandatory element. It gives the tights elasticity - thanks to it, the products fit the leg tightly without wrinkles and give freedom of movement. In addition, the strength of the product also depends on the amount of lycra in it. Optimal is 15-25%.

Important! If it is indicated that lycra in nylons is only 3-5%, this means that it is present only in the belt. If you see that Lycra contains 30% or more, do not buy it, it is a fake.

• It may also contain microfiber. It gives the product a velvety and soft feel, retains heat well, but makes the tights less transparent.
• For warmth, acrylic can be added to the autumn-winter models; although it warms, it quickly leads to the formation of pellets.

How to choose women's tights by density?

All manufacturers indicate the density of tights in “den”.

Important! If we go into detail, this unit of measurement indicates the weight of a thread 9 km long. For example, a density of 40 den means that 9 km of this thread weighs 40 grams.

Different densities of tights are designed for different seasons and occasions:

• Tights with a density of 5 to 10 den are worn in hot weather, in the office, where the dress code does not allow you to come to an event with bare legs, in order to hide defects in the skin of the legs (irritation, lack of tanning after winter, scars, etc.).

Important! These tights are practically not felt on your legs, but you need to handle them very carefully, they are easy to tear before you even put them on.

• 15-20 den are designed for warm weather, they are thin but visible on the foot. A very important detail in thin tights from 15 to 20 den is the padded toe, as this is the most vulnerable spot, especially for women who spend a lot of time on their feet.
• Tights 30-40 den are designed for spring-autumn; they are slightly warmer than 20 den, due to the denser weave of the threads. In addition, they are stronger. If microfiber is added to the composition, the product retains heat better, although it looks less transparent.
• Tights 60-250 den are intended for autumn-winter. They are almost opaque and dense. Very often cotton, microfiber, wool or acrylic are added for warmth.

Important! It is worth considering that it is not customary to wear tights of this density to the office.

It is impossible to answer the question of which tights are better in terms of density, because they are all designed for different purposes.

Important! The density in a pair of tights is not the same everywhere. She is taller in shorts, elastic and toe.

How to choose tights by color and pattern?

We have come to the most interesting part, because the subject of our discussion is so diverse. As they say, there is no accounting for taste, but there are certain standards that must be adhered to in some situations.

Business lady

If you are an office worker, a public figure, a business woman, or just a lady who adheres to a classic style, then try to avoid bright colors and fancy designs:

• Acceptable colors are black, flesh-colored, graphite, anthracite, smoky, with a density of up to 40 den. These shades look great with any clothes, even white ones.
• It is advisable to choose products without a pattern, but small polka dots or an arrow at the back may be acceptable (provided the legs are straight). This is, of course, a modest arsenal, but it is quite enough for all occasions.
• Do not forget that if you have plump legs, then beware of light colors, give preference to darker tights.
• Tan-colored tights look vulgar.
• Tights with a density of 40 den and higher are not worn in the office, but only during non-working hours. They go well with denim and leather dresses, skirts, casual clothing, and sportswear.

Important! For work, choose products without gloss or shine, matte.

The youth:

• Tights in bright colors are the prerogative of teenagers and young adults. They should be combined with at least something in the outfit.
• Fantasy designs can be worn by young girls. But we must not forget that the skirt, shorts or dress must be plain, otherwise it will dazzle the eyes.

Important! Vertical patterns or stripes will visually make your legs look slimmer, while longitudinal ones will do the opposite.

• Fishnet tights are good in hot weather. But under a classic outfit, only a medium-sized flesh-colored mesh is acceptable. Black mesh and openwork - for discos and intimate dates. Don't forget that mesh, especially dark ones, requires heels, a dress or skirt that goes above the knees and slender legs.

Important! No colors of tights other than nude will go well with white and beige shoes.

Caring for tights

When you have already purchased the best tights, it’s time to find out how to properly care for them so that they last longer:

• For tights, especially up to 40 den, only hand washing with a mild detergent is recommended; the water should not be at a temperature higher than 30 degrees. You need to squeeze them out, wrapped in a towel, without using excessive force in this matter.
• If you are too lazy to wash by hand, you can also use a washing machine, but choosing “manual mode” is not enough for this. Tights must be placed in a special bag. Otherwise, during washing and spinning, they will definitely become intertwined with the rest of the things and can not only stretch, but also tear, getting caught on a zipper, fastener, or button.
• You need to dry nylon tights in a dryer at room temperature. Drying on radiators has a bad effect on the durability of the product.

It would seem that such a simple product as nylon tights should not contain a large number of secrets either in its composition or in its choice. But as you can see, this is not the case. If you just choose caprons at random, you run the risk of coming back tomorrow for a new pair. If you want to buy a really high-quality product that will correct your figure, make your legs slimmer, and will not cause inconvenience, then you need to devote a little more time to the choice. You should definitely know how to choose the right tights by size, what you need them for, and also take into account the individual characteristics of your figure. Taking into account all the listed nuances, you will purchase the perfect tights that will last you more than one week.

Tips for choosing tights.

The history of women's tights goes back a long way. Slender legs in beautiful tights attract interested glances from men and envious glances from women. In this article we will figure out how to properly choose women's tights.

How to determine the size of women's tights table?

You can also buy tights online, but to ensure that the size fits, you must take into account your own parameters. Also remember that imported items are designed to european size and parameter pointers different from Russians.
The main parameters are woman's height and weight. We provide you with the standard classic sizes of women's tights:

Weight height	145-155	155-165	165-175	175-185
45-55	1S	1S	2S
55-70		2S	2S
70-85		3M	3M	4L
85-95			5XL	5XL

Let's find out what this combination of letters and numbers is:

• 1S– this is the smallest size for petite girls no more 165 cm in height and 55 kg in weight
• 2S– for taller girls – 165-175 cm and with a weight from 55 to 70 kg
• Next comes 3M for curvy tall girls - height up to 175 cm, weight – 70-85 kg
• 4L should be purchased by women with a height of 175-185 cm and a weight of 70 to 85 kg
• Curvy tall ladies need size 5XL, the woman’s parameters correspond to her height 165-185 and weight 85-95 kg

Now you can choose the right size of tights as accurately as possible and be confident and beautiful.

Anti-varicose tights: how to choose the right size

Varicose veins This is an extremely unpleasant and dangerous disease. To maintain proper pressure in your legs, you should wear compression tights.

Such products, firstly, redistribute the load from dilated veins to healthy ones, and, secondly, prevents blood clots. But these protective factors only appear when the size is correctly selected.

Modern compression hosiery distributes pressure from the thigh to the lower leg as efficiently as possible - from 100% in the lower leg and up to 40% of the load in the thigh. With such a load, blood circulates properly and outflow is normalized.

There are also certain standards that can help you choose the right anti-varicose underwear:

• Measure the length of your legs from the hip bone to the heel
• Measure the length from heel to knee
• According to the most prominent parts of the buttocks measure your hips horizontally
• The hip circumference is also needed so that the tights do not cut into the leg or roll into an accordion. To do this, place your leg on the sofa and measure your leg, stepping back about 5 cm from the groin
• Measure your knee circumference exactly under your kneecap.
• In the place where the calf muscle is widest, measure the volume of the lower leg.
• Measure your ankle circumference where the two bones protrude.

Such exact measurements are indicated for compression models or tights with a tightening effect. If you intend to buy regular hosiery, then such precise parameters will definitely be superfluous.

Video: Anti-varicose tights

How to wear compression tights

To prevent the development of varicose veins, follow these rules regarding wearing compression tights:

• Wear tights for varicose veins since morning as soon as you get out of bed. If you forget to do this, then you need to lie down for at least 15 minutes, and only then put on a compression product
• Don't worry if you feel a strong compression in your legs - as this increases venous drainage. This phenomenon is normal for compression garments.
• Tights should be evenly distributed along the leg; there is no need to leave more material in especially dangerous places or try to tighten them more tightly. Uniform distribution of compression garments along the leg ensures the most correct venous outflow\
• Compression tights must be worn 2 legs at once. Therefore, if you are not yet very skilled at doing this or you have problems below the knee, it is better to buy stockings
• It is advisable to wear tights with medical gloves. This prevents damage to the product from long nails or finger jewelry.
• You should wear tights all day, and take it off only when you go to bed

Children's tights sizes table

Tights for children are an irreplaceable thing and their choice should be approached very responsibly. It is also important here product quality and external beauty and, of course, correctly selected size.

In order to choose the correct size of tights you will need to measure height baby. If the baby has not yet reached one year of age, then take measurements while lying down.

After a year, you should take the child to the wall and make a mark at the level of the top of the head. You will need this measurement in order to choose the size of tights - your height and size will be identical.

We provide you with a standard table corresponding to the child’s age, height and size of tights:

That is, if your child is 95 cm tall, then you should buy tights with a height of 92-98. Children grow quickly and such clothes will be a little extra for you. Buy tights that are not synthetic or cotton, choose a combination of these materials.
Since synthetics will be too tight on the baby’s legs and, for example, in the garden he will not be able to remove them himself. And cotton ones will very quickly lose their shape and stretch.

Formula quality: how to choose warm tights

In the harsh winter, warm tights are a real salvation; you can stay beautiful in them, but also feel comfortable and warm.

Do not think that warm tights will ruin your appearance; now manufacturers decorate the products with beautiful openwork patterns and lace. Warm tights are products with a density more than 50 days.

For very heat-loving women, there are even tights up to 800 den. But traditionally, women choose tights with a density of 70-160 den. If you have already started preparing for winter, then you should pay attention to the following indicators:

Material– the best option for winter are cotton tights. When choosing tights, consider: What cotton should be 75% fabric.

Only under this condition will you be reliably protected from frosty weather. No less warm is wool. These tights are very wearable and soft, and of course warm. But there are also disadvantages to it - wool tights are prickly and pills quickly form on them.
To make wool tights softer, they should contain angora, cashmere or mohair. To maintain their shape, tights must contain elastane, but not more than 10%. If you see acrylic in the composition, then most likely the price of such tights is low. But be prepared for the fact that they will quickly form pills and can only be worn under trousers

Not only the composition is important when choosing tights, but also size. We have already provided you with a size chart earlier. Manufacturers also indicate parameters on the packaging for the convenience of the client. Therefore, choosing the right size, knowing your height and weight, will not be difficult.

Caring manufacturers make tights flat seams, which are not visible under clothing and are more comfortable. But there are also models with voluminous seams, pay attention to this so as not to chafe your skin and feel confident in a tight dress.

It is advisable that the tights have wide belt, so they won't roll down. This is especially true in winter, when you walk down the street in a warm dress and jacket and feel how your tights are falling into an accordion. Also, a wide belt will hide possible imperfections in the abdominal area.

Good tights are a must have gusset- This is a triangle that connects two stockings. This is an important attribute of quality tights.

Also important in warm tights form, it is desirable that the toe and heel are marked. Such products fit better on the leg and do not twist.

After you have bought tights, do not forget the basic rules of care, which will preserve the product longer - wash by hand, choosing a temperature of no more than 30°C, do not wring and dry away from the radiator.

Video: Formula quality selection of warm tights

How to choose nylon tights by quality?

No woman can imagine life without nylon tights. But what a shame when, after putting on new tights, after a few minutes you discover a puff on them, or even worse, a crease.

Also, low-quality tights are not monochromatic, but have darkened parts along the entire leg, which do not look very nice. To choose high-quality tights, use our tips:

• First of all, look at packaging– it must be new and of high quality, it must contain information about the manufacturer, size, density, composition and color
• Price– no matter how attractive the low price is, be prepared for the fact that inside there is a not very high-quality product that will let you down the first time you wear it
• Smell– the tights in the package should smell nice, because large manufacturers scent their products. Manufacturers with cheap products do not afford such expenses
• The elastane composition should be 10-21% - this is the ideal composition for high-quality nylon tights. Cheap products have about 3% elastane, most often it is located in the waistband, the rest of the tights are made of nylon. Such products will roll up in the legs and bring a lot of discomfort to the owner.
• Check seams– they must be flat, then this is a high-quality model. Round seams on the nylon are a sign of a cheap model. If you cannot open the package, then information about seams should be indicated on the package
• Padded fabric on fingers– this is the most dangerous part of nylon tights. And so that after the first wear women do not throw away tights with holes, responsible manufacturers took this nuance into account and sealed the problem area in the product

Be careful when choosing nylon tights so as not to waste money on a low-quality product that will upset you with holes on the very first day of wear.

Nylon tights for pregnant women: how to choose

Maternity tights differ from regular tights in that they are located in the front. special inserts, which are designed to make a woman’s belly grow. Also, the material of the tights is more resilient and elastic than in conventional products, this provides support, but does not compress the abdomen.

When choosing tights, pregnant women should consider general recommendations:

• Choose tights without seams or with flat, but not round, seams. This way you will protect yourself from irritation and discomfort.
• In winter, buy thicker products, in spring and autumn - thinner tights
• During pregnancy, significant pressure is placed on the legs. To protect yourself from the development of varicose veins, buy tights with good quality tightening for legs
• For spring and autumn, choose nylon tights with elastane added, in winter - cotton or wool models

Compression tights for pregnant women: how to choose

During pregnancy, the likelihood of developing varicose veins is significantly rises, especially if this is not your first child. To keep you safe, buy compression tights for pregnant women. They have a specially expanded area for a growing belly, and also have a soft and wide belt.

The essence of compression tights is reducing venous congestion and accelerating blood flow. This distributes pressure evenly and prevents varicose veins. You feel lightness in your legs, because the tights improve venous outflow.

The main thing you need to choose the right tights is the size. Take into account your growing belly, you can consult your doctor and the store clerk.

After all, you don’t want the tights to be too tight, but they shouldn’t be loose either. If possible, it is better to try them on right away in the store. If you feel comfortable, you should take it.

In fact, choosing tights is not an easy task. You can, of course, buy the product by eye, but the inconvenience caused is not worth it. Approach this issue carefully once and always adhere to these parameters.

Video: Compression jersey