You may have seen hosiery advertised as “20 Denier” or “70 Denier.” If you’re unsure what denier is, it’s a very important consideration when selecting your hosiery, especially when choosing winter tights. Denier is a unit of measurement for the density of fibers and is used to describe the thickness or sheerness of hosiery. The lower the denier, the thinner and more sheer the hosiery. The higher the denier, the more opaque and thicker the hosiery.
Understanding The Denier Ranges
There are five denier options available for hosiery. Each denier option offers different benefits and can be worn for different occasions. The available denier ranges include:
- Ultra Sheer (Below 10 Denier): Extremely sheer and delicate, providing a barely-there look.
- Sheer (10-20 Denier): Transparent and perfect for achieving a polished look in formal or professional settings.
- Semi-Sheer (20-30 Denier): Durable and with a bit more coverage for transitional seasons like Spring and Fall.
- Opaque (40-70 Denier): Great for colder weather and available in various opaque colors for fashion-forward looks.
- Thick Opaque (Above 70 Denier): Very thick and completely opaque, offering the most coverage and warmth.
As you can see, the denier makes a significant difference in the hosiery’s utility, style, and purpose. Choosing the suitable denier will ensure that your hosiery meets your fashion needs.
Choosing The Right Denier For Winter
During cold winter weather, it is best to stick with 40 deniers or higher. A higher denier will help block the elements and trap heat, keeping your legs warm in cool winter weather. Here are our favorite winter hosier picks by denier:
- 40 Denier: Cecilia De Rafael Rubino 40 – Super Sheen Pantyhose
- 50 Denier: Falke PURE MATT 50- Semi-Opaque Matt Finish Tights
- 60 Denier: Silca Sound- Opaque 3D Lycra Pantyhose
- 70 Denier: Falke SEIDENGLATT 70- Opaque Sheen Tights
- 80 Denier: Trasparenze Melani Maxi Cotton Tights
- 90 Denier: Bellissima Micro 90 Microfiber Opaque Tights
- 100 Denier: Marilyn MICRO SHINE 100 Opaque Smooth Tights
At Hosieree, we also offer higher denier hosiery for the winter, like the Bellissima Leggings K2 3D Microfiber, which offers a 300 denier to keep you extra warm.
Selecting your hosiery by denier is how you can ensure your hosiery keeps you warm in the winter. At Hosieree.com, we understand how vital denier is when choosing your hosiery. That is why you can filter our products by denier count to help you find the perfect pair for your needs. Search our styles now for your winter looks.