The best bamboo tights and when they last

Short answer: Tights are ruined by a fingernail, not by the wash. The weight in denier decides both warmth and how much they take, and the waistband decides whether you can bear wearing them.

Denier tells you what you get

A low number means thin and sheer, a high number denser and warmer. If you want something that lasts day to day, you need to go up in the number rather than down. See the range in bamboo tights for women.

The waistband decides the comfort

A wide waistband without a hard edge is the difference between a pair you take off at four o clock and a pair you forget you are wearing.

How to avoid holes

Put them on with your hands together and no rings, and roll them up the leg rather than pulling. Most holes happen in the first ten seconds. See the rest of the range in bamboo clothing for women.

Size by height and weight

Tights sizing follows both height and weight, not just your dress size. The chart is in the tights size guide.

Frequently asked questions

What does denier mean?

It is a measure of the thickness of the yarn. A low number is thin and sheer, a high number denser and warmer.

How do I avoid tearing them?

Take off rings, put your hands together and roll them up the leg rather than pulling at the fabric.

Can tights be machine washed?

Yes, in a wash bag at 30 degrees. Without a bag they wrap around other clothes and get stretched.