What is the exact level of compression or shaping (e.g., light, medium, firm) and is it comfortable for all-day wear?

These tights provide moderate shaping focused on firming and flattening the tummy. Reviews indicate they are comfortable for all-day wear.

How should I determine the correct size? Is there a specific size chart based on height, weight, and waist/hips, or does the standard sizing run true?

To determine size, refer to the Spanx size chart which uses height, weight, and waist/hip measurements. Standard sizing runs true, but the chart ensures best fit. Our available sizes are marked A, B, C, D.

How do these tights hold up after multiple washes and wears—do they run, snag, or lose their shape easily?

Community reports indicate Spanx tights are durable and long-lasting with proper care. Hand washing and air drying are recommended to prevent runs and maintain shape.

Are these tights truly opaque (fully non-sheer) or do they have some translucency, especially at the waistband and toes?

Yes, these are labeled as opaque tights, meaning they provide full coverage without translucency. The shaping and material ensure no sheerness.

What is the recommended washing method (hand wash vs machine, water temperature, drying) to preserve the shaping and prevent runs?

For best results, hand wash cold with mild detergent and line dry. Avoid machine washing or drying to preserve elasticity and prevent runs.

Are Spanx tights worth the higher price compared to cheaper brands?

Yes, they are reported to last for years without ripping, making them cost-effective in the long run.

Which Spanx tights are best for staying up?

Spanx higher power tights are specifically praised for never riding down.

Spanx

Opaque Shaping Tights

4/5 (1)

CA$52.00CAD

In Stock

Opaque Shaping Tights by Spanx are firm-control hosiery designed to smooth and flatten the tummy. They feature a soft, stretch nylon knit with a cotton gusset and a wide high-rise ribbed waistband that helps keep them in place. The tights are semi-sheer at the hips and upper thighs with fully opaque lower legs, making them suitable for short hemlines; user reviews note their durability and that they do not ride down.

Material: Soft, stretch nylon knit
Gender: female
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories

Color

Black

Size

ABCD

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Specifications

Shaping tights with tummy control and soft stretch nylon.

Tummy firming and flattening, cotton gusset

Material: Soft, stretch nylon knit
Secondary: cotton
Gender: female
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories

Additional Attributes

Spanx brand
Soft stretch nylon fabric
Cotton gusset for comfort
Tummy control shaping
Opaque finish
Firming and flattening effect
Hosiery construction

Product Insights

Spanx Opaque Shaping Tights ($52, in stock) deliver exceptional longevity with a high-rise waistband that never rides down and moderate tummy compression comfortable for all-day wear. The fully opaque legs and cotton gusset eliminate the need for underwear, reducing chafing and VPL while maintaining breathability and moisture control. However, extending their lifespan requires hand washing and air drying to prevent runs, and using the size chart ensures the waistband stays in place.

Verified claims

Longevity: Buyers report tights lasting years without ripping, reducing per-wear cost.
Care: Hand washing and air drying are recommended to prevent runs and maintain shape.
Stay-up: Same high-rise waistband and tummy compression as Higher Power tights, which users report never ride down.
Sizing: Using the size chart is required for the waistband to stay up.
Shaping: High-rise waistband delivers moderate tummy shaping that stays in place.
Durability: Buyers report these tights last for years without runs or sagging.
Moisture control: Cotton gusset absorbs moisture and allows airflow to keep skin dry.
Comfort: Cotton gusset eliminates the central seam to reduce chafing.
Hygiene: Cotton gusset helps maintain pH balance and enables hygienic wear without underwear.
Gusset: Cotton gusset enables hygienic underwear-free wear without VPL.
Opacity: Fully opaque lower leg prevents any translucence.
Fit: High-rise waistband and tummy shaping keep tights securely in place without underwear.
Compression: Moderate tummy compression comfortable for all-day wear.
Breathability: Cotton gusset provides breathability and moisture wicking for extended wear.

Product record

Title: Opaque Shaping Tights
Brand: Spanx
Price: 52 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Cotton gusset and its hygiene benefits

The cotton gusset’s breathability and moisture‑wicking properties make it hygienic to wear these tights without underwear, eliminating visible panty lines under bodycon dresses while still providing a moisture‑managing barrier.
By replacing the central crotch seam with a diamond‑shaped cotton panel, the gusset removes a friction point directly against the skin — a benefit most noticeable after hours of sitting or walking, when a standard seam would typically begin to irritate.
Cotton absorbs up to 25 times its weight in water, so the gusset actively pulls moisture away from skin — the synthetic nylon knit lacks this capacity — helping maintain a dry environment that reduces irritation and odor risk during extended wear.
Because the cotton gusset keeps the area drier and more ventilated, it helps maintain a neutral pH and disrupts the damp conditions that promote yeast overgrowth and UTIs — an advantage for anyone prone to irritation from prolonged synthetic contact.
The tights’ primary nylon‑spandex knit is not breathable, but the cotton gusset’s natural fiber structure permits airflow directly against the skin, counteracting the heat and moisture buildup that otherwise accelerates chafing and bacterial growth.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
A pair of black shaping tights worn on a model shown in a side-leg pose; features a wide high-rise ribbed waistband, semi-sheer upper hip/thigh area, and fully opaque lower legs and feet.
High-rise waistbandWide high-rise waistband reaching above the natural waist with multiple horizontal ribbed bands and a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
Sheer hip and upper thigh panelUpper hip and upper-thigh area appears noticeably more sheer and slightly translucent compared with the rest of the leg, showing subtle skin tone through the fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.38 · h 0.44 (high)
Opaque lower legLower leg fabric from mid-thigh downward appears fully opaque with a uniform matte finish and no visible translucency.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.42 (high)
Foot constructionClosed-toe foot section integrated into the tights with the same opaque finish as the lower leg and a smooth seam at the toes.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.78 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high)
Side seam/contour lineSubtle vertical contour line visible along the outer side of the leg running from hip to ankle, formed by the fabric tension or paneling.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.02 · h 0.78 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot of a model in a side pose on a light neutral background with even lighting and minimal shadows; image is cropped above the waist and includes the full legs and feet.
Shot compositionSide-profile studio shot of a model from upper waist to feet, centered vertically with the model slightly left of center.
Background and lightingEven light grey neutral background with soft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal shadows and subtle reflection on the floor.
Image cropImage is cropped at the upper torso just above the waistband and shows both feet flat on the surface.
Colors
matte black· waistband#0E0E0Esheer black· upper thigh/hip panel#2B2B2Bopaque black· lower leg and foot#151516
02: Product
A folded pair of black opaque tights with a visible knitted texture, held by a red printed cardboard sleeve showing an illustrated model wearing the tights.
Folded tightsBlack opaque tights folded into a rectangular bundle with visible knit texture and slightly rounded folded edges at top and bottom.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.84 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
Top folded edge detailTop edge of the folded tights is visible above the cardboard sleeve as a narrow horizontal band of black knit fabric.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high)
Bottom folded edge detailBottom edge of the folded tights extends below the sleeve showing the same black knit and a softly rounded lower corner.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.84 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
Cardboard sleeve materialGloss-finish red cardboard sleeve wrapped around the midsection of the folded tights with a pink band across the bottom of the sleeve.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high)
Illustrated model legsLarge printed illustration of a woman's lower torso and legs wearing black tights and high-heeled shoes positioned on the left side of the sleeve.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.72 (high)
Waistband highlightIllustration shows a lighter curved waistband line at the top of the printed tights area.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium)
Logo placement“Large white 'SPANX' logo printed on the upper right area of the red sleeve.”
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.16 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high)
Promotional callout artworkPink starburst graphic behind hand-drawn style text announcing the product type centered-right on the sleeve.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.24 (high)
Small feature bulletsA short column of small white feature lines on the lower right of the sleeve listing product attributes.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high)
Packaging
A red glossy cardboard sleeve with printed illustration, large brand logo, a pink starburst callout, and a short column of white feature text on the lower right; a pink band runs along the bottom of the sleeve.
Brand wordmark“SPANX”
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.16 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high)
Product headline“TUMMY TAMING TIGHTS!”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.24 (high)
Feature list text“Opaque Comfortable Tummy Shaping Perfect for Short Hemlines!”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high)
Bottom pink bandSolid pink horizontal band printed across the bottom edge of the sleeve.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light gray background with soft shadow beneath; centered composition, even lighting, and minimal reflections.
Shot compositionProduct centered vertically and horizontally in the frame with even margins on all sides.
BackgroundUniform light gray background that contrasts with the product; subtle drop shadow visible below the product.
LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal specular highlights on the glossy sleeve and soft shadow beneath the product.
Colors
matte black· tights fabric#0D0D0Ebright red· sleeve backgroundPackaging#C2393Dmedium pink· bottom bandPackaging#DC7AA2white· logo and small textPackaging
03: Product
Rectangular horizontal pink size chart card with a black grid, numeric scales on all four sides, and five small colored circular markers labeled A through E placed over the grid.
Chart geometryFlat rectangular card, oriented landscape, occupying almost the full image width with even margins; card has a thin darker pink border and an inner black grid of small square cells.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.88 · h 0.28 (high)
Grid and pathBlack printed grid lines forming many small squares and a contiguous thicker black stepped line or band running across the grid (appears as a size/shaping outline).
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.39 · w 0.84 · h 0.22 (high)
Left vertical scaleLeft edge shows a vertical height scale labeled with feet and inches values in a column.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.39 · w 0.08 · h 0.22 (high)
Right vertical scaleRight edge shows a vertical metric scale labeled 'CM' with numeric centimeter values in a column.
1 region
x 0.94 · y 0.39 · w 0.04 · h 0.22 (high)
Top horizontal scaleTop edge shows a horizontal weight scale labeled 'WEIGHT - LBS.' with pounds values across the top of the grid.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.36 · w 0.84 · h 0.04 (high)
Bottom horizontal scaleBottom edge shows a horizontal scale labeled 'KILOGRAMS' with kilogram numeric values along the bottom of the grid.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.60 · w 0.84 · h 0.04 (high)
Colored marker ASmall round green marker with a centered letter 'A' placed over the left portion of the grid.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.57 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Colored marker BSmall round yellow marker with a centered letter 'B' placed slightly right of marker A over the grid.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.57 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Colored marker CSmall round light blue marker with a centered letter 'C' located near the central area of the grid.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.58 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Colored marker DSmall round light gray marker with a centered letter 'D' positioned right of center on the grid.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.61 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Colored marker ESmall round white marker with a centered letter 'E' placed on the right portion of the grid.
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.59 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Prominent headings text“WEIGHT - LBS.”
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.36 · w 0.14 · h 0.03 (high)
Left label text“HEIGHT/ INCHES”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.39 · w 0.08 · h 0.04 (high)
Bottom label text“KILOGRAMS”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.60 · w 0.15 · h 0.04 (high)
Right label text“CM”
1 region
x 0.96 · y 0.39 · w 0.02 · h 0.22 (high)
Circular marker letters“A”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.57 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Circular marker letters B“B”
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.57 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Circular marker letters C“C”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.58 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Circular marker letters D“D”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.61 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Circular marker letters E“E”
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.59 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Centered product-on-white composition with ample white margin; even diffuse lighting and minimal shadowing; image framed to show the full chart with uniform background.
Shot compositionCard is centered horizontally in the image with generous white space above and below.
BackgroundUniform light gray to off-white background surrounding the card.
Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with no strong directional shadow; slight inner vignette of the image canvas but none on the card itself.
Image scaleCard is shown small relative to overall image canvas, allowing the entire card and margins to be visible.
Colors
bright pink· chart background#FB7DABblack· grid and outlinelime green· marker Abright yellow· marker Bsky blue· marker Clight gray· marker Dwhite· marker E

Documents & Data

Customer Reviews

1 total

1 reviews · out of 5

Correct

★★★★★Sarah L.January 6, 2026

La qualité est bonne, mais le prix en conséquence. La taille roulé un peu, contrairement au autre collant de la même marque mais modèle différent.

Q&A

7 answered

What is the exact level of compression or shaping (e.g., light, medium, firm) and is it comfortable for all-day wear?: These tights provide moderate shaping focused on firming and flattening the tummy. Reviews indicate they are comfortable for all-day wear.
How should I determine the correct size? Is there a specific size chart based on height, weight, and waist/hips, or does the standard sizing run true?: To determine size, refer to the Spanx size chart which uses height, weight, and waist/hip measurements. Standard sizing runs true, but the chart ensures best fit. Our available sizes are marked A, B, C, D.
How do these tights hold up after multiple washes and wears—do they run, snag, or lose their shape easily?: Community reports indicate Spanx tights are durable and long-lasting with proper care. Hand washing and air drying are recommended to prevent runs and maintain shape.
Are these tights truly opaque (fully non-sheer) or do they have some translucency, especially at the waistband and toes?: Yes, these are labeled as opaque tights, meaning they provide full coverage without translucency. The shaping and material ensure no sheerness.
What is the recommended washing method (hand wash vs machine, water temperature, drying) to preserve the shaping and prevent runs?: For best results, hand wash cold with mild detergent and line dry. Avoid machine washing or drying to preserve elasticity and prevent runs.
Are Spanx tights worth the higher price compared to cheaper brands?: Yes, they are reported to last for years without ripping, making them cost-effective in the long run.
Which Spanx tights are best for staying up?: Spanx higher power tights are specifically praised for never riding down.

Reddit Insights

2 threads · r/femalefashionadvice

Reddit users generally regard Spanx tights, particularly the Higher Power line, as durable and long-lasting worth the investment.

positive sentiment80% match

Only positive comments about Spanx tights were found, emphasizing their longevity and stay-up quality.

Themes

Durabilitypositive

Comfort and Fitpositive

Use Cases

Everyday hosiery

Compared To

vs Wolford and Sheertex

Spanx tights are grouped with other high-end brands like Wolford and Sheertex that users find hold up well.

Source Threads

Spanx tights durability compared to other high-end brands
I've had some other expensive tights (Spanx, Wolford) that have held up really well.
u/kittyglittherView thread →
Spanx higher power tights stay up and are highly recommended
And specifically, I swear by Spanx higher power tights. They never, ever ride down. #rideordie
u/District98View thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/women-accessories/nylons-tights/sheer/opaque-shaping-tights--1193-220129?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026