Shaping pantyhose 20 denier - Fine product image (primary)
Side view of a pair of black pantyhose on a model showing an opaque shaping brief section that transitions to sheer legs with a visible horizontal junction at the thigh.

Spanx

Shaping Pantyhose 20 Denier - Fine

CA$52.00CAD
In Stock

Spanx Shaping Pantyhose 20 Denier - Fine are control-top sheer pantyhose designed for shaping and smoothing through the midsection. They are crafted from a soft stretch blend of 81% nylon and 19% LYCRA elastane with a cotton gusset, and feature a stretch waistband, a control-top panty, and fine 20-denier sheer legs. Reddit users praise Spanx tights for long-lasting durability and a secure fit that doesn't ride down.

Material
Soft, stretch nylon blend with cotton gusset
Gender
female
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Hosiery

Color

Black

Size

ACD

Specifications

Shaping pantyhose with control-top and stretch waistband for a smooth silhouette.

Control-top panty, stretch waistband, cotton gusset, 20 denier sheerness.

Material
Soft, stretch nylon blend with cotton gusset
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Hosiery

Additional Attributes

  • shaping
  • soft stretch nylon blend
  • stretch waistband
  • cotton gusset
  • control-top panty
  • 20 denier

Product Insights

Spanx's Shaping Pantyhose 20 Denier delivers a polished, office-appropriate sheer black finish, combining a control-top that stays hidden under clothing and never rides down with a cotton gusset for breathability and a 20-denier nylon-Lycra knit that resists runs and can last up to five years, rivaling Wolford; the primary tradeoff is that the opacity transition at the thigh junction remains hidden under knee-length skirts but becomes visible on shorter hems.

Verified claims

Office appropriateness
20 denier is within the 15-20 denier range considered proper for office hosiery.
Durability
A 20 denier nylon-Lycra knit resists runs; at least one buyer reports a five-year lifespan.
Sheerness
20 denier is the correct sheerness for black hosiery in conservative dress codes.
Shaping
The control-top section's opacity change is hidden under clothing, and the stretch waistband helps keep the tights in place without rolling down.
Leg line
The control-top section sits high enough on the hip that the opacity change stays concealed under office clothing, leaving a uniform 20 denier sheer finish from upper thigh to toe.
Office suitability
20 denier gives a polished, office-ready finish and sheer black suits formal dress codes.
Gusset
Cotton gusset provides breathability for all-day comfort under the control-top.
Ladder resistance
20 denier nylon-Lycra knit resists runs.
Longevity
At least one buyer reports a five-year lifespan; no specific durability technology is advertised.
Fit
Buyers report a secure, non-slip fit, and the stretch waistband and control-top design help keep the tights in place without rolling down.
Opacity transition
The control-top opacity change sits high enough on the hip to stay hidden under knee-length skirts and cropped trousers, leaving a uniform 20 denier sheer finish from upper thigh to toe.
Leg performance
20 denier is within the professional 15-20 denier range and more ladder-resistant than 10-15 denier.
Size ranges
Based on Spanx's general size chart for shaping pantyhose, size A typically fits waist 25–28 in and hips 35–38 in, size C fits waist 29–32 in and hips 39–42 in, and size D fits waist 33–36 in and hips 43–46 in; the product page does not publish exact measurements.
Care
Hand wash in warm water with mild detergent and hang to dry; avoid fabric softener, ironing, and dry cleaning to protect elasticity.
Shaping level
The control-top shaping is moderate—it smooths and firms without being restrictive, and the stretch waistband helps keep the tights in place without rolling down.
Shaping coverage
The control-top shaping runs from the waistband down through the hip area, not just the waistband itself.
Control-top opacity
The control-top panty section is more opaque than the 20 denier legs because it uses a heavier fabric construction to provide shaping.
Reinforced toes and ladder resistance
The product does not specify reinforced toes or a specific ladder-resistant technology; the 81% nylon and 19% Lycra elastane blend helps resist runs.
Cotton gusset breathability
The cotton gusset pulls nearly twice as much perspiration away from the skin as the nylon body, helping keep the intimate area dry and comfortable during all-day wear.

Product record

Title
Shaping Pantyhose 20 Denier - Fine
Brand
Spanx
Price
52 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Shaping pantyhose 20 denier - Fine product image (primary)
01

Product

Side view of a pair of black pantyhose on a model showing an opaque shaping brief section that transitions to sheer legs with a visible horizontal junction at the thigh.

  • High opaque shaping briefWide opaque brief section covers waist to upper thighs with a smooth, matte stretch knit and a defined horizontal edge where it meets the sheer leg section.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.44 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Elastic waistbandSlightly narrower band at the top of the brief that appears firmer and more constrasting in opacity than the rest of the brief.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Sheer legsSemi-sheer hosiery extends from the thigh junction down to the toes, showing skin tone through a fine, even knit with slight shine on curved surfaces.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.32 · w 0.50 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Horizontal junctionA visible horizontal seam or color-change line encircles the thigh where the opaque brief transitions to the sheer leg fabric.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.33 · w 0.60 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Toe coverageToes are covered by the same sheer knit as the legs with no visible reinforced opaque toe cap.
    1 regionx 0.48 · y 0.87 · w 0.34 · h 0.11 (high)

Other

Studio side-view shot of a model cropped at the waist and feet against a light gray seamless background with soft directional lighting and a faint shadow under the feet.

  • Shot compositionSide profile of a model from waist to feet, centered vertically with legs angled so both are visible; upper body and head are cropped out.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft studio lighting producing subtle shadows beneath the feet and gentle highlights on curved leg surfaces.
  • Image cropTop of the image cuts off above the waist; feet are fully visible and close to the bottom edge.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)

Colors

opaque black· shaping brief#151415sheer black· sheer legs#332622
Shaping pantyhose 20 denier - Fine product image 2
02

Product

Front face of a pantyhose retail box showing a photographic product image of a model wearing mid-thigh shaping sheers and printed product name and descriptors.

  • Photographic product imageLarge photographic image of a model's legs wearing sheer mid-thigh pantyhose; legs are crossed with feet pointing down-left and the high-waist shaping panel visible at upper right.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.16 · w 0.58 · h 0.70 (high)
  • Waist/shaping panelOpaque darker high-waist shaping panel visible at the top right of the photographed legs, distinct from the sheerer leg area.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.07 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Box front layoutPrinted front panel shows a wide white area with a left vertical red band and a narrow red strip along the bottom edge framing the photographic panel.
    3 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.88 · h 0.80 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.23 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.86 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Brand wordmarkLarge SPANX wordmark printed in black across the upper center of the box front.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.05 · w 0.60 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Product descriptor blockStacked descriptive lines printed in black to the left of the photographed legs reading product style and translations.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Small circular size indicatorSmall red circular sticker or printed spot at the upper left of the box front containing white text; characters are small and partly legible.Partial
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (medium)
  • Leg shading and toe detailSheer fabric shows subtle sheen and tonal variation along the legs and toes; toes are visible with slight toe reinforcement at the ends.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.58 · w 0.40 · h 0.38 (high)
  • Transcribed descriptor textMid-Thigh Shaping Sheers Collants Mi-Cuisse Sculptants
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.24 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Small circular text transcriptionSIZETAILLE BPartial
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (medium)

Packaging

Retail folding box front visible with white front panel, left red vertical band, bottom red strip, brand wordmark, and descriptor text.

  • Box front overallRectangular retail folding box front photographed flat-on with a central cutout tab at the top edge and shadow under the bottom edge.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.92 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Left red panelSolid vertical red panel printed along the left side of the front face from near the top to the bottom red strip.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.23 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Bottom red stripNarrow solid red band runs along the bottom edge of the box front framing the photographic panel.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.86 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Brand text on packagingLarge printed wordmark 'SPANX' centered near the top of the white panel.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.05 · w 0.60 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Die-cut tabSemi-circular die-cut tab opening at the top center of the box front with a visible dark interior behind it.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high)

Other

Studio-style flat-on product photograph with neutral light gray background and soft top-left lighting producing a faint drop shadow under the box.

  • Shot compositionBox photographed straight-on and centered within the frame with even margins visible on all sides.
  • Background and shadowNeutral light gray background with a subtle soft shadow cast below and slightly to the right of the box.
  • Image qualitySharp, evenly lit studio image with no motion blur and clear edges around the box.

Colors

off-white· box front backgroundPackagingvivid red· left vertical band and bottom stripPackaging#E24146deep sheer black· pantyhose fabric#4B4B4E
Shaping pantyhose 20 denier - Fine product image 3
03

Product

A rectangular printed size chart on a pink card showing a grid of heights and weights with several colored circular markers labeled A through E.

  • Overall shapeHorizontally oriented rectangular card with a narrow border and dense printed grid occupying the rectangle.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.90 · h 0.27 (high)
  • Background colorUniform bright pink card stock fills the rectangle behind the grid and text.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.90 · h 0.27 (high)
  • Grid linesDense rectangular grid printed in dark ink with thicker outline lines forming boxes across the card.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.88 · h 0.23 (high)
  • Left column headerVertical header at the left edge reads HEIGHT/ INCHES and lists height increments down the column.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.11 · h 0.23 (high)
  • Top headerCentered near the top edge of the card a header reads WEIGHT - LBS.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.43 · w 0.34 · h 0.03 (high)
  • Bottom labelA label centered along the bottom of the card reads KILOGRAMS.
    1 regionx 0.35 · y 0.66 · w 0.30 · h 0.03 (high)
  • Right column headerSmall vertical header at the right edge reads CM and shows centimeter values aligned with the rows.
    1 regionx 0.91 · y 0.44 · w 0.04 · h 0.23 (high)
  • Colored markersFive small filled circular markers appear on the grid, each with a single letter: a green circle labeled A, a yellow circle labeled B, a light blue circle labeled C, a pale gray circle labeled D, and a white circle with gray outline labeled E.
    5 regionsx 0.17 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.28 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.43 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.61 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (medium)
  • Marker labelsEach colored circle contains a single uppercase letter: A, B, C, D, and E respectively.
    5 regionsx 0.17 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.43 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.52 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Small numeric cellsMany small numeric labels fill the top, bottom and row/column headers of the grid; numbers are printed in dark ink but individual digits are small.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.88 · h 0.23 (high)

Other

Image shows the pink chart centered on a pale gray background with generous margins; lighting is flat and even and the card is fully visible without obstructions.

  • Shot compositionThe rectangular chart is centered horizontally and placed roughly in the middle vertically with large uniform gray margins around it.
  • BackgroundPlain light gray background surrounds the card, consistent and untextured.
  • Lighting and shadowsEven, diffuse lighting with minimal visible shadow and no strong highlights or glare on the card surface.
  • Image qualityHigh resolution and sharpness for the card and grid though many small numeric labels are small and tightly spaced.

Colors

bright pink· chart background#FB7CA5dark charcoal· grid and textlime green· marker A circlebright yellow· marker B circlesky blue· marker C circlepale gray· marker D circlewhite· marker E circle

Reddit Insights

2 threads · r/femalefashionadvice

Reddit users praise Spanx tights for durability and a secure fit, with one user reporting a five-year lifespan, though the specific product is not directly named.

positive sentiment50% match

All mentions of Spanx tights are positive, highlighting long-term durability and non-slip design; no negative feedback observed in the provided threads.

Themes

Durabilitypositive
Secure fitpositive

Use Cases

  • All-day wear without riding down

Compared To

vs Wolford

Grouped with Wolford as similarly durable and expensive tights that hold up well over time.

Source Threads

  • User reports Spanx tights held up well among expensive brands

    I recently bought sheertex and so far I love them. I've had some other expensive tights (Spanx, Wolford) that have held up really well.

    u/kittyglittherr/femalefashionadviceView thread →

  • User swears by Spanx Higher Power tights for non-slip fit

    And specifically, I swear by Spanx higher power tights. They never, ever ride down. #rideordie

    u/District98r/femalefashionadviceView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-accessories/nylons-tights/sheer/shaping-pantyhose-20-denier-fine--1193-220211?colourId=0
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