Falling Tights: Too Big or Too Small?

The causes of tights that go down

There's nothing more annoying than finding your tights slipping and falling off. This common problem can have several causes:

• The tights are too big: when the size is poorly suited to your body shape, the tights do not stay in place and tend to slide down. Tights that are too long or too wide will inevitably slip.

• The fabric wears out: through being worn and washed, tights lose their elasticity. Their ability to conform to shapes decreases, which encourages slipping.

• Cheap tights: some poor quality tights, especially the cheapest, lack hold and come down easily. Their elasticity is limited.

• Weight gain: when you gain weight, even slightly, your usual tights can become too tight and fall back down regularly.

• Smooth fabric: very smooth tights, made of shiny nylon for example, tend to adhere less to the skin and therefore slide more easily.

To avoid this recurring problem, it is essential to choose the right size of your tights and take care of the fabric. Let's look at some practical tips.

Also read: How to wear tights correctly?

How to choose the size of your tights

To ensure your tights and stockings stay in place perfectly, start by choosing the right size. Here are some benchmarks:

• Measure the circumference of your thigh at its widest point, this will be the size of your tights.

• Choose a larger size if you are between two sizes, the tights will better support movements.

• For stockings, measure the circumference of your calf and choose accordingly.

• Prefer tights with good elasticity, which fit the shapes well.

• Try it out, each brand has its own sizes.

• For opaque tights, take a size smaller for better support.

• Very elastic fancy tights can be taken one size larger.

By taking the time to find the right size, your tights will stay in place perfectly. Also remember to renew your tights when they lose elasticity.

Also read: How to choose the perfect fleece tights?

Tips for wearing tights and stockings without them slipping

Even with tights in your size, it can happen that they slip during the day and fall on your knees. Don't panic, there are simple tips to fix it:

Tips to prevent compression stockings from slipping

• Cream: apply an oil-free body cream to your legs, it will make it easier to maintain the medical stocking.

• Suspenders: opt for support stockings with suspenders, they effectively prevent the stocking from going down.

• Fixing: some medical stockings have hook-and-loop strips to attach them to the panties. Practical!

Also read: Tights or support stockings?

Solutions to avoid a falling low

• Soft adhesive tape: Apply small pieces of residue-free adhesive tape to the skin before putting on your stockings. The tape will adhere to the fabric.

• Anti-slip sheet: cut thin strips from an anti-slip sheet and place them inside the stocking on the calf and thigh.

• Drying: dry your nylon stockings on you, the contraction of the fabric during drying will improve the support.

Methods for holding slippery tights

• High panties: wear high panties that cover the tights at hip level to hold them in place.

• Adhesive tape: as with stockings, a little adhesive tape on the skin can help.

• Powder: sprinkle your legs with baby powder, it will absorb perspiration and adhere to the tights.

• Suspender belt: the internal suspender belts will perfectly hold your tights in place without moving.

With these different tips, your tights and stockings will stay in place and will no longer slip unexpectedly!

Also read: why do my tights slip?

Tips for caring for your tights to prevent them from falling

In addition to choosing the right size of your tights and using techniques to hold them in place, it is essential to take care of the fabric.

Select the right size of tights

Adapt the size to your body shape for better support. Don’t hesitate to try several brands. Choose a size adapted to your thigh circumference and your body shape (weight, round stomach, etc.).

Maintenance to preserve elasticity

Wash your tights by hand or in a lingerie net, inside out and at low temperature to keep the fabric elastic. Avoid tumble drying which will wear out the elasticity prematurely.

Wash your tights by hand to preserve their elasticity for as long as possible.
— Geoffrey, Founder of The Oversized Hoodie®

When should you replace your tights?

Change your tights when the elasticity decreases, generally after 15 to 20 wears. Do not wear tights that are thready or have a knee level that is distended.

Proper maintenance of your tights will extend their lifespan and avoid the inconvenience of falling tights.

Tips for stockings and tights

• Wear a pair of tights that matches your skirt or pants.

• Use cotton underwear to absorb sweat.

• Create heat by rubbing your legs to activate grip.

• Opt for high panties or panties under the tights.

• Apply a heat source (hair dryer) to retract the fabric.

• Good elastic and suitable size are the keys!

• Compare prices and qualities to find the best stockings and tights.

Also read: How to take care of your fleece tights?

In summary

In conclusion, with good purchasing and maintenance habits, you can easily find the solution to prevent your tights and stockings from falling off during the day. Don't hesitate to test different methods and tips to find what suits you best. And keep in mind that quality tights, in your size, will always be your best solution!

FAQ about falling tights

How to hold stockings that no longer stick?

You can use adhesive tape, oil-free cream or suspender belts to hold stockings that no longer stick. Drying the stocking directly on the leg can also help reactivate grip.

How do I keep tights from falling off?

To prevent the tights from falling off, choose the size carefully, wash them by hand, use high-rise panties, powder or tape. Reapply heat if necessary to reactivate elasticity.

How to choose women's tights size?

To choose the right size of tights, measure your thigh circumference and opt for a size larger if you are in between. Take one size smaller for opaque tights, and one size larger for very elastic fancy tights.

How do you know if tights are too big?

If the tights regularly slip, don't feel tight enough, or you need to constantly readjust them, they're probably too big for you. Tights that are the right size should fit the shape without going down.

How to keep slipping leggings in place?

For leggings that slip, you can wear a belt, fold the top of the waist, sew elastic, use a fabric blocker or tape. The ideal is to choose the right size at the start, especially in the case of thick leggings.

Updated March 6, 2024