If you feel you want a little more help (we think you’re gorgeous as you are by the way), then why not try our shapewear range? Control panels stitched into the leggings flatter and shape to give you the confidence you want. Over-bump leggings A reader says, “ibex was the perfect base layer for me during a January Scotland trip. Highly recommend this brand!” Sizes range from XS-XL . ibex was the perfect base layer for me during a January Scotland trip. Highly recommend this brand!” They’re lightweight, soft, and cozy, with temperature-regulating properties to keep you comfortably warm. Many happy users say these fit well for anyone needing a plus size, and they’re amazingly versatile and affordable, too!

They are so comfortable, I sometimes just use them for sleeping. Buy a pair with a matching top. You will not regret it.” Like thermals, tights are warm and great for layering. But they also tend to be lightweight and stylish. “Tights are meant to be seen, and thermals are not,” says stylist Kendra Sharpe. Tights are also more versatile than thermals: “Thermals are generally [designed for] cold-weather wear, while tights tend to be more multi-season,” Chayes says. Seasons and categories: skiing underwear, thermal underwear, clothes for hunting and fishing, clothes for yoga, for jogging and sports, cotton underwear for any season, wool nightwear, basics.Tights are often made from a blend of textile fibers, because each fiber has specific features that contribute to the overall functionality of the garment,” says textile expert Frej Leuwenhaupt. Understanding can help when shopping online, because you can estimate the feel of your tights based on the fabric blend. The L.L. Bean Cresta are merino wool thermal leggings women adore for their versatility and ability to be comfortably worn in a wide range of temperatures, so they’re ideal for a trip to multiple destinations with different climates. They sit right at the waist and feel high enough, so they don’t roll down, and offer plenty of stretch so you can move freely. Great quality and low maintenance, this pair is travel ready! A good fit for tights can make all the difference,” Teich says. If your tights are too small, they may rip, roll down, or feel uncomfortably tight. If they’re too loose, they may sag, slide down, or bunch up.

Woven from polyester, cotton, and spandex, the tights feel incredibly soft and cozy, and they’re stretchy enough for everyday wear. Since the tights are unlined, they’re relatively sleek. This also makes them an ideal candidate for layering over another pair of tights—ideally a pair in a contrasting color to best bring out the pattern.One reader says, “I used them last year on a Christmas tour of Central Europe as leggings and base layers, and they are amazing. I didn’t have to wash them for two weeks wearing them! Highly recommend them.” They come in sizes XS-XL . If you’re looking for a pair (or two) of budget-friendly tights, we recommend G&Y’s Fleece-Lined Tights for a few reasons. For starters, the tights are made of plush microfiber and lined with polyester fleece, so they offer twice as much warmth as some of the other pairs on our list.

The key to keeping your tights from ripping? Buy tights made with sturdy materials, and make sure you’re buying the right size and length for your legs. Then, be gentle when wearing, cleaning, and storing your tights. “Avoid harsh pulling,” López says. “Wash [your tights] by themselves or in a mesh laundry pouch, and store them with other tights.” These high-performing 100% merino wool leggings from Minus33 are perfect for every kind of traveler, as they can handle hard-core hikes, ski trips, or a day of walking. They’re perfect for layering under pants in freezing weather, but because they’re mid-weight, they can be worn alone as leggings in all kinds of weather! This versatile pair has UPF 50+ sun protection, too! I love the Woolx Stella leggings. They come in petite, are super comfy, and have washed very well. I wore them nearly every day last winter.”If you want a pair of shapewear tights that will also keep you warm, look no further than Hue’s Super Opaque Tights With Control Top. These ultra-cozy tights are made of a blend of nylon and spandex, and they’re designed with a control top, which makes the top of the tights feel snug and slimming—but not uncomfortably tight. I have field tested them for over a year and bottom line: there are no better leggings on the face of the earth.” One wearer gives a rave review, “I love the Woolx Stella leggings. They come in petite, are super comfy, and have washed very well. I wore them nearly every day last winter.” Sizes range from XS-3X .