Spanx
Black Body-Shaping Tights
Black Body-Shaping Tights by Spanx are opaque shaping hosiery engineered to firm and flatten the stomach while smoothing the thighs. Made from a soft, stretch nylon blend with a cotton gusset, they feature a wide, high-rise waistband that does not pinch and seamless toe construction. User feedback highlights their durability and secure fit that does not ride down, making them suitable for everyday wear in cooler seasons.
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Nylon blend with cotton gusset
- Gender
- female
- Style
- bodycon, slim-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Color
Size
Specifications
Black body-shaping tights with tummy control and comfortable fit.
Body-shaping, tummy control, soft waistband, cotton gusset, fitted toes.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Nylon blend with cotton gusset
- Secondary
- cotton
- Style
- bodycon, slim-fit
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Additional Attributes
- body-shaping
- tummy control
- soft stretch nylon blend
- cotton gusset
- ultra comfortable waistband that does not pinch the skin
- perfectly fitted around toes
- firms and flattens tummy
Product Insights
The Spanx Black Body-Shaping Tights ($52 CAD) deliver medium compression that rivals dedicated shapewear, with a seamless non-rolling waistband that stays up without pinching. Sizing options A–D (0–14) require a tradeoff: size up for easier donning and comfort, size down for firmer shaping; first-time donning is difficult but eases after two wears. A cotton gusset eliminates VPL and makes underwear optional. Buyers report shape retention for up to five years, durability exceeding a year with wear at the heels rather than running, and tummy and thigh shaping comparable to purpose-built shapewear. For optimal fit, some size up and lock the waistband under a bra strap to prevent rolling. Care includes hand washing and air drying to extend life. At half the price of comparable Wolford tights, these tights serve office, winter, and casual wear, replacing traditional shapewear and panty lines. Only the black colorway is accurate; red appears orange.
Verified claims
- Size selection
- A=0-2, B=4-6, C=8-10, D=12-14; size up (prevents roll) or down (firmness) between sizes.
- Care
- Over time, the tights stretch and slide, but hand washing and air drying extend life.
- Compression
- Medium compression flattens tummy, rivals shapewear, adjustable via size.
- Value
- $52 CAD — half the price of Wolford's medium compression tights.
- Waistband design
- Seamless non-rolling waistband stays up without pinching and feels comfortable enough to forget when correctly sized
- Waistband hacks
- Sizing up or locking waistband under bra strap prevents rolling and digging
- Durability
- Buyers report tights lasting over a year and wearing by pilling at heels rather than running.
- Donning effort
- First-time donning is hard but fabric yields after two wears.
- Sizing
- Order larger for easier donning; smaller for firmer shaping.
- Wearer tips
- Buyers position waistband above bra line and attach bra straps for secure fit.
- Cotton gusset
- Cotton gusset provides breathability and eliminates VPL by making underwear optional.
- Material
- Cotton-blend gusset (55% nylon, 45% cotton) eliminates VPL and makes underwear optional.
- Shaping
- Buyers report the tummy and thigh shaping rivals dedicated shapewear.
- Color accuracy
- Only the black colorway is accurately represented, unlike the red variant that appears orange.
- Wear scenarios
- Worn for office, winter, and casual; replaces shapewear and eliminates panty lines.
- Fit
- They run snug; many size up for comfort, but the waistband stays all day without digging.
- Shape recovery
- Buyers report shape holds for up to five years of regular wear.
Product record
- Title
- Black Body-Shaping Tights
- Brand
- Spanx
- Price
- 52 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the size chart translates to real fit
- Expect a physical struggle the first few times you pull these on — the compression is so targeted that it can feel like a workout — but the fabric yields slightly after a couple of wears, making them easier to put on while holding onto their shape, so don't be alarmed by the initial tightness.
- Spanx's official shapewear sizing framework — choose the smaller size for a firmer, more sculpted feel, or the larger size for added comfort when between sizes — applies fully to these shaping tights, meaning your compression preference, not just your measurements, will drive which letter you should order.
- After repeated wear, the fabric will relax and may begin to slide down during the day, but the shaping core remains intact — experienced owners extend the lifespan by attaching bra straps to keep the tights pulled up, a minimal modification that signals the product can last through heavy rotation without losing its fundamental control.
- The tights run snug by design, and the most common real-world fit issue is the soft waistband rolling down when the size is too small; user feedback consistently points to sizing up as the solution, especially for those at the high end of their size bracket, to achieve the intended smooth, non-rolling hold.
- A 5'4" wearer in size B finds the torso a bit long but still wearable, confirming that the high-rise cut is tailored to accommodate a range of heights — shorter frames can take up the extra length by simply wearing the waistband higher, given the tights' below-bust design.
- The tights are engineered to sit just below the bust, and a proven wearer trick is to pull the waistband slightly over your bra line and then put your bra on top — that mechanical lock prevents the tights from sliding down during all-day wear, turning an ordinary undergarment layer into a reliable stay-put anchor.
Toe seam and all-day wear comfort
- The gusset is pure cotton — a deliberate choice over synthetic mesh that adds natural breathability and reduces the clammy, irritation-prone environment that can develop after long hours in nylon tights, confirmed by Spanx's own tights design guide.
- Rather than a straight tube that can twist and bunch at the seam, this design tailors the toe area to the foot, so the fabric hugs without excess — eliminating the pressure points and friction that turn closed-toe shoes into torture after a few hours.
- One Zappos reviewer reported forgetting she had them on within a minute of dressing, a testament to how the combination of a non-pinching waistband, breathable gusset, and light compression lets the tights fade from awareness — essential for all-day wear under office or formal attire.
How the price compares to similar shaping tights
- Spanx invented mainstream shapewear and is consistently called the gold standard for shaping comfort and reliability — an authority that cheaper competitors like Shapermint or Assets cannot claim, giving these tights a pedigree that justifies their price.
- Providing medium compression — a step below Spanx's Level 4 maximum hold that can feel restrictive after long hours — these tights deliver enough tummy flattening to smooth without becoming uncomfortable over a full day, striking the ideal balance for everyday use.
- At $52 CAD, these tights sit far below luxury shaping hosiery from Wolford — where styles like the Fatale tights retail for $105 — offering similar opaque shaping and brand credibility at a fraction of the cost.
- The built-in cotton gusset makes underwear optional and eliminates visible panty lines — a practical advantage that cheaper opaque tights often skip, saving the cost and hassle of finding seamless under-layers.
Real-world durability and how to extend lifespan
- One user logged over a year of twice-weekly wear from a single pair, confirming that the tights can withstand well over 100 outings while maintaining their compression and opaque look — a longevity that places them in workhorse territory for an everyday winter staple rather than a fragile special-occasion item.
- Veteran users who machine wash these tights inside a mesh lingerie bag and hang them to dry report that they last far longer than typical hosiery without losing elasticity — a practical care shortcut that can extend the lifespan beyond the brand's official hand-wash recommendation while still preserving the fabric.
- Rather than developing sudden laddering runs, these opaque tights wear through gradual pilling at the heels — even after consecutive days of wear the legs stay intact, making them well-suited to boot wear and high-friction outfits where thinner tights would shred within a single outing.
- Users note that the tights keep their shape and supportive feel through many wear-and-wash cycles, indicating that the nylon-elastane blend recovers its compression rather than bagging out — so the tummy control remains effective far beyond the first season, unlike control-top tights that sag with age.
How the tummy control panel and waistband work
- The waistband uses a seamless, dig-free construction that eliminates the tight, rolling elastic band typically found in control-top hosiery, meaning it sits flat against the skin without pinching or creating a visible line under form-fitting garments—the tights stay up through the all-over compression fabric rather than a constricting top band.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side view of a model wearing black body-shaping tights with a high waist and visibly different sheerness between the upper panty area and the opaque legs. Tights extend to the toes with a smooth, seamless foot.
- Overall silhouetteModel shown from mid-torso to feet wearing full-length tights that follow the contour of the hips, thighs and legs in a fitted profile.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.03 · w 0.76 · h 0.94 (high) - High-waist bandWide high-rise waistband with a smooth finish that sits above the model's natural waistline.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.03 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high) - Shaping panty panelUpper panty section is visibly less opaque than the lower legs, creating a contrast in sheerness across the hips and upper thighs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high) - Opaque lower legsFrom mid-thigh downward the fabric appears fully opaque and uniform in finish across calves and shins.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.40 · w 0.56 · h 0.50 (high) - Seamless toes and footFeet are covered with the same opaque fabric and show a smooth, low-profile toe area without visible reinforcement seams.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Inner thigh horizontal lineA subtle horizontal change in fabric density is visible at the upper inner thigh, indicating a transition between panels.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with soft directional lighting on a light neutral gradient background; model posed in a side-facing stance with one foot slightly forward. Image crop includes mid-torso down to feet.
- Background and lightingSmooth light gray to off-white gradient background with soft, even studio lighting and faint shadow beneath the feet.
- Pose and framingSide-facing pose showing the left side of the body; image framed from just below the ribcage to the floor so that the full leg length to the toes is visible.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the product with smooth tonal gradation; no visible text or labels in the scene.
Colors
matte black· opaque lower legs and feet#141414sheer black· upper panty and upper thigh panel#2C2A2C- Overall silhouetteModel shown from mid-torso to feet wearing full-length tights that follow the contour of the hips, thighs and legs in a fitted profile.
- 02
Product
A pair of folded opaque black tights visible below and above a printed paper sleeve; tights are tightly folded and have a smooth knitted texture.
- Folded garmentBlack opaque tights folded into a compact rectangle with visible knit texture along the exposed top and bottom edges.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.00 · w 0.78 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.11 · y 0.82 · w 0.78 · h 0.18 (high) - Visible leg shape on sleevePrinted illustration of a stylized model's lower torso and long legs wearing black tights and high heels; legs are shown in a contrasting silhouette against the sleeve background.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (high) - Waistband depictionIllustration shows a high-rise waistband area in a lighter skin tone above the tights image.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.07 · w 0.26 · h 0.14 (medium)
Packaging
Paper sleeve packaging with bright pink to red background, large brand name, promotional starburst text, and product feature copy in English and French on the right side.
- Brand name“SPANX”
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.18 · w 0.48 · h 0.13 (high) - Headline text on starburst“TIGHT-END TIGHTS!”
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.33 · w 0.38 · h 0.20 (high) - Top-right color sticker“B very black Tres Noir”Partial
1 region
x 0.75 · y 0.06 · w 0.17 · h 0.12 (medium) - English feature copy column“Opaque Comfortable Tummy & Thigh Shaping Premium Power Leg”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.39 · w 0.29 · h 0.30 (high) - French feature copy column“Opaque Gainant confortablement Jambes bien moulées”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.67 · w 0.29 · h 0.20 (high) - Paper sleeve constructionRectangular paper sleeve wraps around the folded tights with a visible top flap and a pink band at the bottom edge of the sleeve.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.12 · w 0.82 · h 0.76 (high)
Other
Studio shot with even overhead lighting on a light neutral background; soft shadow visible beneath the product.
- Background and lightingFlat neutral light grey background with soft, diffused lighting and a faint shadow directly under the product.
- Shot compositionProduct centered vertically and horizontally with the sleeve facing forward and the folded tights visible above and below the sleeve.
Colors
matte black· tights fabric#0D0D0Evibrant coral red· main sleeve backgroundPackaging#EE334Bpale pink· bottom bandPackaging- Folded garmentBlack opaque tights folded into a compact rectangle with visible knit texture along the exposed top and bottom edges.
- 03
Product
A single rectangular pink sizing chart or guide laid flat; contains a rectangular grid with axis labels and five small colored circular markers labeled A through E on the grid.
- Chart geometryRectangular horizontal chart centered in the frame with a thin darker pink border and an inner rectangular grid of small square cells.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.36 · w 0.92 · h 0.28 (high) - Grid linesDense black grid of vertical and horizontal lines forming many small squares across the chart interior; a thicker black outline path traces a selection area through the grid.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.39 · w 0.88 · h 0.22 (high) - Left axis labelsA left column of height labels in inches aligned vertically along the grid's left edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (high) - Right axis labelsA right column of corresponding height values in centimeters aligned at the grid's right edge.
1 region
x 0.88 · y 0.40 · w 0.08 · h 0.22 (high) - Five colored markersFive small filled circular markers placed over the grid, each circle has a single uppercase letter inside: leftmost green 'A', yellow 'B', cyan 'C', light gray 'D', and pale purple 'E'.
- Marker A locationGreen circular marker with letter A near the left portion of the grid.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.54 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high) - Marker B locationYellow circular marker with letter B slightly right of marker A over the grid.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.56 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high) - Marker C locationLight blue circular marker with letter C near the central area of the grid.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.57 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Marker D locationLight gray circular marker with letter D to the right of center on the grid.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Marker E locationPale purple circular marker with letter E near the right portion of the grid.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.56 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high) - Top heading“WEIGHT - LBS”
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.37 · w 0.30 · h 0.03 (high) - Bottom heading“POIDS - KGS”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.02 (high) - Left column header“HEIGHT/ INCHES”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.37 · w 0.10 · h 0.03 (high) - Right column header“TAILLE/ CM”
1 region
x 0.88 · y 0.37 · w 0.08 · h 0.03 (high) - Height labels block“Vertical list of inch values visible including 4'10", 4'11", 5'0", 5'1", 5'2", 5'3", 5'4", 5'5", 5'6", 5'7", 5'8", 5'9", 5'10", 5'11", 6'0".”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.10 · h 0.22 (high) - Marker labels“A”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.54 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high) - Marker labels B“B”
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.56 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high) - Marker labels C“C”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.57 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Marker labels D“D”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Marker labels E“E”
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.56 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high)
Packaging
A printed sizing chart or fit guide card on pink paper with gridlines and labeled axes; five colored circular markers indicate size points.
- Printed panelPink rectangular printed card with black printed grid, numeric axis labels, and colored circular callouts placed on the grid.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.36 · w 0.92 · h 0.28 (high) - Language pair headings“Top and bottom headings present in English and French: 'WEIGHT - LBS' and 'POIDS - KGS'.”
2 regions
x 0.35 · y 0.37 · w 0.30 · h 0.03 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.02 (high)
Other
Photograph shows the chart centered on a plain light background with even diffuse lighting; image includes substantial empty white space above and below the chart.
- BackgroundUniform off-white background surrounding the chart.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionChart is photographed flat and centered with wide margins above and below; image orientation is portrait while the chart is horizontal.
- Image qualityEven diffuse lighting with no strong shadows; colors appear saturated and edges are sharp.
Colors
saturated pink· chart backgroundPackaging#E35D7Cblack· grid and textPackagingbright green· marker APackagingsunny yellow· marker BPackaginglight cyan· marker CPackagingpale gray· marker DPackagingpale lavender· marker EPackaging#FE82A3- Chart geometryRectangular horizontal chart centered in the frame with a thin darker pink border and an inner rectangular grid of small square cells.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
21 total21 reviews · out of 5
Confortable
La taille monte haute c’est super
Trop ajusté à la taille
Trop ajusté à la taille
Unfortunately they dig
Not sure if this is an older product of Spanx, but I was looking for something that wouldn't dig, and thought these Spanx tights would do the trick, but they don't. Of course I expect a little, and these do fit TTS, but I'm not sure if we will ever find tights that don't dig.
Parfait !
Parfait !
exactly as described
exactly as described
Taille petit
Taille petit
Super! J'ai reçu le produit
Super! J'ai reçu le produit tel que décrit sur la page web... Bravo!
Collant Spanks
Première fois que j’achète ces collants et je suis très satisfaite, c’est dommage qu’il n’y a pas d’autres couleurs.
Bien
Bien
A classic shaping tight
A classic shaping tight
Fits well
Not sure about the shaping part. But fits well
Bravo
Bravo
Ma marque préférée
Ma marque préférée
Couleur intense
Doux, texture extensible avec bonne tenu .
Très bien merci
Très bien merci
Formidable tout l'hiver avec jupe
Formidable tout l'hiver avec jupe ou robe.
de qualité supérieure
Élasticité et transparence adéquate taille gainante confortable
Vraiment parfait
Vraiment parfait
Rouge ce n'est pas orange.
Rouge ce n'est pas orange. On voit rouge à l'écran, c'est Orange en vrai.
Perfect fit and very Comfy
Bought 2 pairs to replace a pair that I had for years. Excellent quality and fit.
Si je pouvais, j’apposerais 10 étoiles
Excellent produit. Souvent, je trouve que les collants de manière générale ne sont pas suffisamment gainants au niveau des cuisses et sont trop courts pour moi, ce qui fait que je suis toujours en train de les remonter. Avec ce collant Spanx, je suis parfaitement à l’aise et il est magnifiquement gainant. Je n’ai pas trouvé qu’il était du tout trop serré à la taille. J’ai pris la taille C (je pèse 155 lbs, et je mesure 5’8), qui était parfaite.
Q&A
4 answered- What size do the letters A, B, C, and D correspond to (e.g., height/weight ranges or pant sizes)?
- For Spanx tights, the letters typically correspond to pant sizes: A fits sizes 0–2 (XS–S), B fits 4–6 (M), C fits 8–10 (L), and D fits 12–14 (XL). Always check the specific size chart for the exact fit.
- Can these tights be machine washed and dried, or are hand wash and air dry recommended?
- Spanx generally recommends hand washing in cold water and air drying to preserve elasticity. Machine washing and drying are not recommended as they may damage the fabric.
- How opaque are these tights on the leg? Are they completely solid or do they have some sheerness?
- These tights are classified as opaque, meaning the legs provide solid, sheer-free coverage—not translucent like sheer hosiery.
- How firm is the tummy control? Is it light shaping, medium compression, or high compression like shapewear?
- The tummy control offers medium compression—firming and flattening the stomach without the high restriction of shapewear. It smooths your silhouette while remaining comfortable for all-day wear.
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/femalefashionadviceRedditors strongly endorse Spanx tights for their exceptional durability and secure fit that doesn't ride down.
All mentions of Spanx tights are overwhelmingly positive, praising longevity and fit.
Themes
Use Cases
- Everyday hosiery
- Fall and winter fashion
Source Threads
Spanx tights praised for durability
Spanx tights are the best ever. I have a pair that is five years old & still going strong.
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