The Tights Club founder Leanne Goold told us about the new range in a recent interview:
"They are made in Italy from pre and post-consumer recycled yarn, so they make use of fabric that would otherwise go to landfill. By doing so they not only save water and energy usage but also drastically reduce emissions because the creation of new nylon releases nitrous oxide which is a potent greenhouse gas. That’s why I felt that recycled was the way to go, rather than biodegradable – it addresses a lot of the issues around sustainability rather than just waste, including raw material usage and other forms of ecological damage."
We recently reviewed the The Tights Club 80 Denier Recycled Tights.
This review now focuses on the The Tights Club 50 Denier Recycled Tights.
This is how The Tights Club describe the 50 Denier Recycled Opaque Tights:
"Our ethically made 50 denier black tights are made from pre and post-consumer recycled yarn which reduces emissions, energy consumption and water usage. And they save fabric that would otherwise have gone to landfill.
"Made from luxury Italian yarn, our 3D knitting technology provides ultimate stretch in all directions, not just length. That means our tights fit any body perfectly. In fact, if you’re not happy with the fit or the feel of our tights on you, we will give you your money back and you won’t even have to send them back to us."
Packaging
The Tights Club have created packaging that is environmentally-friendly.
"We pack the new tights in just tissue paper which although coloured is fully recyclable and obviously lighter for transport."
The tissue paper wrapping is fastened with a sticker that provides information on the colour and size.
Materials and features
The Tights Club 50 Denier Recycled Opaque Tights have been designed in the UK and made in Italy. They are made from 92% Recycled Nylon and 8% Elastane.
The yarn has been created with 3D knitting technology to provide enhanced stretch and an optimum fit.
As Leanne explains:
"Thanks to the 3D knitting technology they have a great stretch in all directions, so they should provide a good fit for all body shapes and stretch up as well as out for our taller customers! The 3D technology also makes the tights more durable which is another tick for sustainability."
Like the 80 denier recycled opaques, the 50 denier looked quite small when removed from the packaging. But this is deceptive as they do have a really impressive amount of stretch.
The tights feel really soft and warm.
The brief measures 24cm from the top of the waistband to the crotch. There is a 5cm wide waistband.
Seams are flat and there is a cotton gusset.
Like the 80 Denier style they are not quite sheer to waist, having a reinforcement band at the very top of the thigh. However this is barely noticeable when worn.
Toes are rounded and have reinforcement.
Sizing, fit and wearing experience
The Tights Club 50 Denier Recycled Opaque Tights are available in six sizes:
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
As well as hip and height information, each size corresponds to a UK size (8 to 34). The sizing has been created to ensure there are a wider range of sizing choices for men.
I wore a pair in Size 3 which was perfect for my 5'10" height.
Any worries that I initially had that the tights wouldn't be long enough in the leg were immediately dispelled. These tights, as mentioned above, have an impressive amount of stretch.
The 3D knit and the high Elastane content in the yarn enables the tights to mould comfortably to whatever leg shape you have. As you put them on you can feel a slight compression from the Elastane. The first thought is: "Wow, these are going on really well and feel great!"
Opaque coverage is fairly dense for 50 Denier and hid leg hair much better than expected.
Appearance is matt with just a slight sheen when caught in the light.
The brief is very comfortable, stretching easily above the waist and hips. The wide waistband provided good support without any digging in.
These tights feel great and provide a good wearing experience. The Lycra/Elastane 3D knitting contributes to the comfort as the stretch is both horizontal and vertical.
Colour range
The Tights Club 50 Denier Recycled Opaque Tights are available in Black only.
Price and availability
The Tights Club 50 Denier Recycled Opaque Tights are priced at £11.99. If you take out a Tights Club subscription there is a 10% discount.
Shipping is free on all orders (The Tights Club currently only ship to the United Kingdom). There is a 15% discount if you sign up for The Tights Club newsletter.
Conclusion
We were impressed with the 80 Denier Recycled Tights and the 50 Denier style also delivers.
The design, yarn and knit provide a great fit. The sizing options are genuinely welcome for guys who are be larger and taller.
They are well-priced at just £11.99.
I wore a pair in Size 3 which was perfect for my 5'10" height.
Any worries that I initially had that the tights wouldn't be long enough in the leg were immediately dispelled. These tights, as mentioned above, have an impressive amount of stretch.
The 3D knit and the high Elastane content in the yarn enables the tights to mould comfortably to whatever leg shape you have. As you put them on you can feel a slight compression from the Elastane. The first thought is: "Wow, these are going on really well and feel great!"
Opaque coverage is fairly dense for 50 Denier and hid leg hair much better than expected.
Appearance is matt with just a slight sheen when caught in the light.
The brief is very comfortable, stretching easily above the waist and hips. The wide waistband provided good support without any digging in.
These tights feel great and provide a good wearing experience. The Lycra/Elastane 3D knitting contributes to the comfort as the stretch is both horizontal and vertical.
Colour range
The Tights Club 50 Denier Recycled Opaque Tights are available in Black only.
Price and availability
The Tights Club 50 Denier Recycled Opaque Tights are priced at £11.99. If you take out a Tights Club subscription there is a 10% discount.
Shipping is free on all orders (The Tights Club currently only ship to the United Kingdom). There is a 15% discount if you sign up for The Tights Club newsletter.
Conclusion
We were impressed with the 80 Denier Recycled Tights and the 50 Denier style also delivers.
The design, yarn and knit provide a great fit. The sizing options are genuinely welcome for guys who are be larger and taller.
They are well-priced at just £11.99.
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