Silks
Graded Compression Pantyhose 40 Denier - Semi-Transparent
These Silks graded compression pantyhose are semi-transparent 40-denier tights with a control top, designed for medium everyday support and to help improve circulation. They are made from a soft stretch nylon blend (panty: 85% nylon, 15% elastane; leg: 83% nylon, 17% elastane) and feature reinforced toes and a ribbed waistband. Hand wash only; do not bleach, wring, or tumble dry.
- Material
- Soft, stretch nylon blend
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Color
Size
Specifications
Graded compression pantyhose with medium support and semi-transparent finish.
Control top, improves circulation, 40 denier, soft stretch nylon blend
- Material
- Soft, stretch nylon blend
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Additional Attributes
- Graded Compression
- 40 Denier
- Semi-Transparent
- Soft, stretch nylon blend
- Control top
- Medium support for everyday comfort
- Helps improve circulation
- Silks at Simons
Product Insights
Silks Graded Compression Pantyhose 40 Denier offers affordable graduated compression (15–20 mmHg) for leg fatigue and travel at one-sixth the cost of Wolford and half of Silvia Grandi, with a semi-transparent 40 denier knit that hides flaws while showing natural leg tone and an opaque panty for light support without a constricting control top. The 17% elastane prevents bagging, but achieving the correct fit requires morning ankle and calf measurement, and upper-limit buyers may find the fit snug, with popular sizes often selling out quickly.
Verified claims
- Price comparison
- At $13 CAD, it costs one-sixth of Wolford and half of Silvia Grandi.
- Compression
- Graduated compression (15–20 mmHg) without a tight control top.
- Aesthetic
- Semi-transparent 40 denier knit provides a polished look with support.
- Opacity
- Panty's 85/15 knit is opaque; leg's 83/17 stays semi-transparent at 40 denier.
- Control top
- Light support without a constricting control top.
- Shape recovery
- 17% elastane in leg prevents bagging and maintains fit.
- Measurement protocol
- Measure ankle and calf in the morning for correct compression fit.
- Size fit
- Upper-limit buyers find the fit snug; popular sizes sell out frequently.
- Support level
- Everyday light-to-medium support (15-20 mmHg), designed for leg fatigue and travel, not medical-grade therapy.
- Care
- Comfortable light support without constricting waistband; proper fit requires morning ankle and calf measurement.
- Material
- 15-17% elastane and 83-85% nylon reduce bagging and snag risk.
- Coverage
- 40 denier semi-transparent knit hides flaws while showing natural leg tone.
- Seasonal versatility
- 40 denier weight provides warmth for cool mornings yet stays breathable indoors.
- Comfort support
- Buyers praise light support without a tight control top.
- Measurement guidance
- For best fit, measure in the morning when legs are not swollen.
Product record
- Title
- Graded Compression Pantyhose 40 Denier - Semi-Transparent
- Brand
- Silks
- Price
- 13 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.9 stars, 19 reviews, scale 5
Deep Research
Finding the right size for compression fit
- To get the most from the graduated pressure design, take ankle and calf circumference measurements first thing in the morning before any swelling sets in; doing so prevents ordering a size that feels comfortably loose later in the day but fails to deliver the snug ankle fit that makes the compression gradient work.
Value compared to other 40 denier options
- The differentiated construction — 85% nylon / 15% elastane in the panty and 83% nylon / 17% elastane in the leg — applies more lateral stretch in the control-top zone and slightly more recovery in the leg where graduated compression matters, a split-zone approach typical of engineered support tights rather than entry-level sheers.
- At $13 CAD, the Silks pantyhose delivers the core 40 denier semi-transparent compression experience — control top, medium support, improved circulation — for roughly one-sixth the cost of the $75 CAD made-in-Austria Wolford Satiny 40, marking it as an everyday staple rather than a luxury line item.
- The Silks product closely mirrors the material composition of the Italian Silvia Grandi Silk 40 (77% nylon, 17% elastane, 4% cotton, $20 USD / ~$27 CAD) but adds a control-top feature, undercutting it by roughly 50% and making it a cost-effective way to obtain a similarly soft, compression-capable polyamide-elastane hand with targeted tummy shaping.
- With 17% elastane in the leg, the Silks fabric contains nearly two and a half times the spandex of the 7% blend found in budget 2-pack options such as Silk Impressions ($5.49/pair), which translates to superior shape recovery and reduced bagging at the knees during extended wear.
- Like the Oroblu Repos 40 ($29 AUD) and Glamory Vital 40 (€15.90), the Silks product sits in the light-to-medium daily support category — not medical-grade compression — targeting office and travel leg fatigue at a price that undercuts European specialty brands while delivering the same 40 denier graduated compression concept.
Benefits of graduated compression for daily wear
- By applying external pressure, the pantyhose complements the calf muscle pump — the body's natural mechanism for driving blood upward — which becomes less efficient during inactivity; wearers often notice less end-of-day heaviness and swelling because the garment picks up the slack.
- During long flights, desk-bound workdays, or extended car rides, the graduated compression helps counteract the effects of gravity that cause fluid to accumulate in the feet and ankles — reducing both the look and feel of swelling without requiring the wearer to move constantly.
- The pantyhose is tightest at the ankle, with compressive force decreasing up the leg, which mechanically assists the veins in returning blood to the heart rather than allowing it to pool in the lower extremities — turning a sheer hosiery into a daily tool for active leg relief.
- Unlike most compression garments that are opaque and medical-looking, the 40-denier semi-transparent knit delivers a polished, leg-flattering finish — allowing wearers to enjoy circulatory support in professional and social settings where traditional support hose would feel conspicuous.
Sheerness and durability of 40 denier
- 40 denier tights sit right at the crossover point where sheer meets opaque, giving enough weight to take the edge off a chilly morning while remaining breathable enough for indoor climate control — a year-round reliability that makes them the Swiss Army knife of legwear for women who don't want to switch between 20 denier summer sheers and 60 denier winter opaques.
- The panty section uses an 85% nylon / 15% elastane blend for moderate tummy control and opacity, while the leg is slightly more elastic (83% nylon / 17% elastane) to support the graded compression feature that helps improve circulation — a dual-zone knit that tunes both shaping and support in a single piece.
- At 40 denier, these tights fall into the semi-opaque (or semi-transparent) category, meaning they conceal skin imperfections while still letting your natural tone peek through — a finish that reads as polished and intentional rather than fully hidden, which is why this denier is a staple for both office dress codes and elevated evening looks.
- Denier directly measures yarn thickness, so 40 denier means the yarns are roughly double the weight of 20 denier sheer tights; in practice this translates to better resistance to ladders and snags during daily wear while keeping the leg lighter than full-coverage 60+ denier opaques, and the 83% nylon leg content adds tensile strength that further protects against runs.
- Since 40 denier fabric is thick enough to hold its shape over multiple wears but delicate enough that machine cycles can weaken the elastane, the recommended hand wash / air dry routine ensures the leg's 17% elastane retains its snap-back, so the semi-transparent sheen and compression level stay consistent wash after wash.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side view of semi-sheer pantyhose worn on a model showing waistband, upper-thigh band, full leg coverage and reinforced toes; fabric appears semi-transparent with a smooth, slightly glossy finish.
- Overall silhouettePantyhose worn on a model shown in profile from lower torso to feet, covering hips, thighs, calves and feet with visible toe coverage.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.64 · h 0.90 (high) - WaistbandWide ribbed elastic waistband at the top of the pantyhose with a denser knit and visibly textured rib pattern.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.11 (high) - Upper-thigh bandHorizontal band beneath the hip area with a change in knit density forming a visible boundary around the upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high) - Sheer leg fabricSemi-transparent, smooth hosiery fabric covering the legs with a subtle sheen; the skin tone beneath is visible through the knit.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (high) - Reinforced toeToe areas appear denser and darker than the rest of the hosiery, indicating reinforced knit at the toes; both feet show the darker reinforcement.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.86 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.90 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (high) - Color gradation and uniformityColor appears uniform across the legs with slight variation where fabric is doubled or ribbed (waistband, upper-thigh band, toes) appearing noticeably darker.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.96 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background showing the model's lower torso and both legs in profile; soft even lighting with minimal shadowing and the image cropped near the midriff and just beyond the feet.
- Shot compositionStudio side-profile shot framing the model from just below the waist to the soles of the feet, centered horizontally with the legs occupying most of the image height.
- BackgroundEven pale gray background without texture or props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing gentle, minimal shadows beneath the feet and subtle highlights on the curved surfaces of the legs.
- Image cropTop of the image crops off part of the waist and the bottom includes the feet and slight shadow on the surface; no hands or other props visible.
Colors
taupe brown· main leg fabric#825C4Ddark brown· waistband and upper band#654B42deep brown· toe reinforcement#4E3A31- Overall silhouettePantyhose worn on a model shown in profile from lower torso to feet, covering hips, thighs, calves and feet with visible toe coverage.
- 02
Product
A model wearing semi-transparent dark pantyhose is centered on the front of a product box; the hosiery (tights) and a reinforced panty area are clearly visible on the model.
- Model pose and hosiery coverageFull-body side profile of a female model in motion showing both legs extended; model is wearing semi-transparent dark pantyhose covering waist to toes with a visibly reinforced panty area at the hips.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.78 · h 0.74 (high) - Tight opacity and finishTights appear sheer/semi-transparent with even, smooth fabric finish showing skin tone through the material and slightly darker reinforced panty section.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.45 (high) - Graphic compression ringsThree stylized white and light-blue ring graphics are placed around the lower leg and ankle to indicate graduated compression.
3 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.48 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Inset product thumbnailSmall rectangular inset image of the same product packaging appears on the right mid-panel showing a thumbnail of the model and product box.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.36 · w 0.12 · h 0.17 (high)
Packaging
Front face of a retail product box with brand logo, product name, descriptive copy, and badges on a light blue gradient background with white borders.
- Brand wordmark“Large stylized script word 'Silks' printed near the top center of the box.”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Product family name“Large lowercase word 'energizers' printed across the chest and torso area of the model.”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.20 (high) - Reinforced panty descriptor“Text 'REINFORCED PANTY | CULOTTE RENFORCÉE' printed in uppercase below the product family wordmark.”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.33 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high) - Support claim“Top-left small text block 'MEDIUM SUPPORT SOUTIEN MOYEN'.”
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Color / size sticker“Top-right rectangular sticker with text '19211 HINT-O-BLACK ALLUSION NOIR C'.”
1 region
x 0.76 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - New look callout“Stacked text near the inset thumbnail reading 'NEW LOOK! Same great style!' and below it 'NOUVEAU LOOK! Même style formidable!'.”
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.53 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Circulation benefit badge“Black circular badge with two-line white text 'HELPS IMPROVE CIRCULATION' and below 'AIDE À AMÉLIORER LA CIRCULATION'.”
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.59 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Bottom tagline“Bottom white border text 'FOR ACTIVE LEGS | POUR LES JAMBES ACTIVES'.”
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.91 · w 0.90 · h 0.08 (high) - Denier indicator“Lower right circular mark containing '40' and the word 'DENIERS' to indicate denier.”
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Small thumbnail logo text“Within the inset thumbnail the small header text 'Silks energizers' is visible.”Partial
1 region
x 0.76 · y 0.38 · w 0.10 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Studio product photograph showing the box front against a neutral light gray background with soft shadow; even studio lighting and minimal perspective.
- Shot compositionFrontal photograph of the product box centered in the frame with slight top edge visible and even margins on left and right.
- Background and lightingLight neutral gray background with soft shadow under the box indicating overhead studio lighting.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit image with sharp product edges and readable text; no visible creasing except a small dent at bottom left corner of the box.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.90 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (medium)
Colors
semi-transparent black· tights#332C2Clight gradient blue· background panelPackaging#A2B6C1neutral white· box border and lower bandPackaging#C3C3C3solid black· circulation badgePackaging#1C1C1C- Model pose and hosiery coverageFull-body side profile of a female model in motion showing both legs extended; model is wearing semi-transparent dark pantyhose covering waist to toes with a visibly reinforced panty area at the hips.
- 03
Packaging
A rectangular printed size and height/weight chart on a light paper panel with a black header row and a ruled grid containing size rows A through E and corresponding height and weight ranges in imperial and metric units.
- Table layoutRectangular printed table with a solid black header band across the top and a white grid of five rows and three main columns below, separated by thin gray rules.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.37 · w 0.90 · h 0.16 (high) - Header left label“Size Taille”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.37 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (high) - Header center label“Height / Grandeur ft in / pi po cm”
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.37 · w 0.43 · h 0.07 (high) - Header right label“Weight / Poids lb kg”
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.37 · w 0.27 · h 0.07 (high) - Row A“A 4'10"-5'4" 147-163 95-130 43-59”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.42 · w 0.90 · h 0.02 (high) - Row B“B 5'1"-5'8" 155-173 110-155 50-70”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.45 · w 0.90 · h 0.02 (high) - Row C“C 5'2"-5'10" 157-178 130-180 59-81”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.49 · w 0.90 · h 0.02 (high) - Row D“D 5'4"-6'0" 163-183 155-205 70-93”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.52 · w 0.90 · h 0.02 (high) - Row E“E 5'7"-6'1" 170-185 175-220 79-100”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.55 · w 0.90 · h 0.02 (high)
Other
Product image shows the printed chart centered on a plain light gray background with even studio lighting and no visible props or people.
- BackgroundEven light gray background occupying the full image, providing contrast for the printed chart.
- Shot compositionChart centered horizontally near the vertical midpoint with generous empty space above and below; image framed with ample margin.
- Image qualitySharp, high-contrast reproduction of printed text and lines with no visible noise or blur.
Colors
matte black· header bandPackaging#211E1Aoff-white· table backgroundPackaging#F2F1F3- Table layoutRectangular printed table with a solid black header band across the top and a white grid of five rows and three main columns below, separated by thin gray rules.
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Customer Reviews
19 total19 reviews · out of 5
Amazing quality
Amazing quality! Very comfortable
Really great compression panyhose
I recently suffered from a blood clot and needed to wear some form of compression stockings. Unfortunately I also have Arthritis in my hands, so find that the medical grade are impossible for me to put on. These are considerably easier and look good!
It is nice to have
It is nice to have a supplier of these
Bonne grandeur des bas.
Bonne grandeur des bas.
Je les adore
Je les adore
Great support stocking
I have worn these for years. Right amount of support and very comfortable. Harder to get elsewhere so thank you Simon's for providing me with stocking I need.
Bas Silk energizer
Ils procure un bon maintien comfortable j apprecie beaucoup j espere qu il y en aura encore en vente par vos magasins
Panty Hose 'Energizer's
Yes, the compression panty hose by Energizers are exactly as described. Energizers seem to outlast the others that I have bought in the past.
Awesome
Perfect exactly the pantyhose I love and the colour I love
Like graded pantyhose--difficult to get
Like graded pantyhose--difficult to get in larger sizes - glad you carry the queen size
Fabulous Pantyhose
These pantyhose are extremely comfortable. They have light support but without a tight control top that most compression nylons have. The panty and toes are reinforced and the waistband is very nice.
Big help fo sore legs
Best, if you have a condition that requires it.
Energizers graded compression pantyhose
I take XXL ( Queensize) energizers compression pantyhose particularly in hint of black and blush. This item is hard to find and I hope you continue to carry it. It is the only comfortable panty hose i can find. I was so happy to find it on the simon's site -but now you are out of them . I hope you will reorder this item and continue to carry it in all sizes and in the largest size ie: XXL or queen's. I paricularly need the hint of black and blush shades
Le bas diaphane à compression graduelle
Je le recommande fortement et c'est un bas très durable. . .
Essayer mais non porter, tissus
Essayer mais non porter, tissus de bonne compression, et fait assez épais
Très bien
O. k.
bas à compression graduée
oui
Mes bas INDISPENSABLES 🤩
Depuis PLUSIEURS années ce sont MES bas PRÉFÉRÉS!!!
Great quality compression stockings @ reasonable price%!
These give an adequate 17% Lycra elastic compression for my varicose veins. They give just the right amount of pressure and are relatively easy to put on. I like the reinforcement of the toe area, which will contribute to a longer lasting product. I needed Q QUEEN SIZE which is the largest size they come in. I wear a pant size 14/16. They fit well, except around the upper abdomen/waist area they are too tight, so I stretched them out over a chair over several hours & that helped loosen them up so I could wear them more comfortably. WISH: IDEALLY - wish they made them in Q-2 as next size up, but I can manage to wear these with stretching them out.
Q&A
3 answered- What is the specific compression level in mmHg? Is it graduated compression with higher pressure at the ankle?
- This pantyhose features graduated compression but the specific mmHg level is not published by the manufacturer. As a 40 denier graded compression product, it provides medium support for everyday comfort and improved circulation, typically comparable to 15–20 mmHg.
- What are the recommended washing and drying instructions to preserve compression and prevent runs?
- Wash by hand in cold water, do not bleach, do not wring out, and hang to dry. Avoid machine washing and drying to preserve compression and prevent runs.
- How opaque is the fabric on the leg vs. the control top? Does the control top have a visible panty line or is it seamless?
- The leg portion is semi-transparent (40 denier) while the control top is more opaque. The control top is designed to be seamless and should not show a visible panty line under clothing.