Tuesday 14 April 2020

Reviewed: NEW Aristoc Ultimate 50 Denier Shine Opaque Tights

Aristoc continue to add to their impressive Ultimate collection.



We recently reviewed the new Aristoc Ultimate 50 Denier Matt Opaque Tights.

Now our focus is on the Aristoc Ultimate 50 Denier Shine Opaque Tights.



Packaging

The Aristoc Ultimate 50 Denier Shine Opaque Tights are packaged in the same way as other styles in the collection.

The tights are folded around a card rectangle that provides examples of other Ultimate styles.

This is then housed in a cleverly designed card enclosure. Four triangular flaps open outwards to reveal the tights inside.

Everything is then sealed in an outer cellophane sleeve.





Material and features

The Aristoc Ultimate 50 Denier Shine Opaque Tights are made in Italy. Aristoc claim that their new Ultimate opaques are "the Ultimate in luxury opaque hosiery".

The yarn used is 93% Polyamide, 6% Elastane and 1% Polypropylene.

The tights feel soft and velvety. They didn't look that large once taken out of the packaging, but as we found out, the stretch qualities are impressive.

All the opaque tights in the Aristoc Ultimate range have a redesigned deep comfort waistband. This is just under 6cm.



The addition of the signature Aristoc tag, sewn onto the seam of the brief, is really welcome. If discard the packaging (which I try not too), this can help identify the tights.



A key feature is the deep brief/panty. This measures 25cm from the top of the waistband to the crotch.



There is a breathable gusset.

All seams are flat and hand-finished. In the Extra Large size that we trialled, there is no rear comfort panel. This is the same for all styles in the Ultimate range.

The tights are sheer to waist with no demarcation between the brief and the leg.

Toes are rounded, and have very light reinforcement.



Sizing, fit and wearing experience


The Aristoc Ultimate 50 Denier Shine Opaque Tights are available in four sizes:


  • Small 
  • Medium 
  • Large 
  • Extra Large 
I wore the Extra Large size for this review.

In all the Ultimate tights reviewed so far the fit has been perfect for me in the Extra Large size. And it was the same with this style.

Although they tights looks relatively small for an Extra Large size, the stretch was really impressive, even though they have a lower Elastane content compared to the Ultimate 50 Denier Matt Opaque.

Once I had the tights on, they stayed in place and needed very little adjustment.

The knit is dense and provides a complete and even opaque coverage. Although they are 50 denier, in appearance they look more like 60 or 70 denier tights.



They have a definite and very noticeable shine appearance.



The overall wearing experience was excellent. These are very comfortable tights.

I particularly liked the deep brief. It stretched easily over the waist and hips, and that wide comfort waistband really makes a difference when you are wearing them all day.

Colour range


The Aristoc Ultimate 50 Denier Shine Opaque Tights are available in Black only.



Price and availability


The Aristoc Ultimate 50 Denier Shine Opaque Tights are priced at £16.00 and can be purchased directly from the Aristoc website.

They are also available from our recommended retailer UK Tights.



Hosiery retailer Tights Tights Tights also now has them in stock.



Conclusion

The Aristoc Ultimate range just gets better and better. Technically it's a significant step up for the brand. Yes, they do cost more than other Aristoc styles but that reflects the overall uplift in quality.

And in addition to the sheer tights in the collection, there are now opaques to choose from too.

As I said in the previous Ultimate review, with this collection Aristoc have planted themselves very firmly amongst the premium brands. But if your budget doesn't stretch to Ultimate opaques, there are a wide range of other Aristoc opaque styles for those on a more modest budget. And here's a well-kept hosiery secret: these cheaper Aristoc opaques are also some of the best value tights around.

5 comments:

  1. I am 185 cm and I have felt before that legs in Aristoc tights are a little short for me. What is the current situation?

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  2. I am 177cm and in the XL sizes I haven't had any problems with length in the Ultimate range. But you are a bit taller so they may not fit quite so well. You might be better off with Falke and Wolford.

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    1. Oroblu Satin 60 is a similar product in the same price category and its maxi size is tall enough for me. Have you reviewed that or any other Oroblu tights?
      Wolfords of course fit very well but I think I am overstretching them a little because they often do not last as long I would expect

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    2. I have reviewed a large number of Oroblu styles. Put Oroblu into the search box at the top and they will come up. In general, it's a brand I like a lot.

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  3. Excellent review, as always.

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