Last updated: September 2026 Quick answer: Tights are sized by height and weight, not your usual clothing size — and it varies by brand. Always check the size chart before buying, and size up if you're between two sizes. Tights are a wardrobe staple, but they only earn that title when you've got the right pair. And the single most important factor is size. Not style, not opacity, not even quality. Size. A pair that's too small is a surefire way to rip them before you even leave the house (sound familiar?) — and even if they survive, you'll feel it in every step. That's why we carry a wide range, from A to G, and why it's worth two minutes to check the chart before you buy. If you ever see tights marketed as "one size fits all," proceed with caution — that almost never holds up in practice. Why Tights Sizing Isn't Like Your Pant Size Tights sizing doesn't map to your usual clothing size, and it isn't consistent brand to brand either. Different yarns, sources, and knit constructions all change how a "medium" fits. That's why you always check the size chart before buying — typically available on the brand's site and printed on the packaging. How to Read a Tights Size Chart in 3 Steps Find your weight — in pounds (lb) or kilograms (kg). Find your height — in feet (ft) or centimetres (cm). Cross-reference both on the size chart to find your size. Read it like a map, where height and weight meet is your size. Between Sizes? Always Size Up If you fall between two sizes, or you're at the upper end of a range, size up. Tights run small by design and fit close to the body, so it's always better to have room than to squeeze in. There's no need to force a pair that's too snug. Shop Tights Looks can be deceiving Tights stretch and mold to your shape, so they can look too small or too large straight out of the packaging — that's not a reliable read. Unlike a garment you'd lay flat and measure, tights are only accurately judged once they're on. If you followed the size chart, trust it and give them a try. Plus-Size Tights: What's Actually Different Full-figured women, and anyone who typically shops extended sizes, need more than a scaled-up version of a standard pair. Extended sizes should be built differently — with a waistband that won't dig in and a panty that adds real support, not just room. Our plus-size tights (E–G) feature our signature honeycomb panty, designed and tested on women across our full size range for a fit that actually holds up. Shop Tights by Style Now that you know your size, browse the full collection — or go straight to what you're looking for: over-the-knee tights, plain sheer tights or patterned tights. FAQ What size tights should I buy if I'm between sizes?Size up. Tights fit closest to the body of any garment in your wardrobe, so a size too big is comfortable — a size too small will rip. Do tights sizes match my regular clothing size?No. Tights sizing is based on height and weight, and varies by brand, so always check the specific size chart rather than assuming your usual size. What makes plus-size tights different from standard sizes?They're not just a scaled-up version — a properly designed plus-size pair has a non-pinching waistband and a supportive panty, like our signature honeycomb panty. Do tights look accurate straight out of the package?Not always — tights stretch to fit your shape, so judge them on, not off. If you followed the size chart, trust the size.
