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Gatta Lilli Ann 17 Tights

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Gatta Lilli Ann 17 Tights is a great pair of essential tights!

When looking at tights from Gatta, it is essential to remember that the number is a style number within a range and not a denier as it frequently is with other brands. So Gatta Lilli Ann 17 tights are 40 denier and not 17.

There are three sizes (2-4) to choose from intended to cover heights up to 185cm and weights up to 85kg, although not at the same time. As is our habit we are testing the largest size on a model tall enough to test the limits of the sizing.

Fibre composition is quoted as 86% Nylon and 14% Lycra with no mention of Lurex, this is accurate for the tights themselves but the pattern down the outside of each leg is Lurex, and it stands out against the matte finish of the tights.

Construction is quite straightforward with the legs being unshaped and finished with a sandal toe. The 40 denier material is quite robust enough to make reinforced toe unnecessary. The packet graphics imply “sheer to waist” but in fact, although the weight is constant hip to toe the knit and finish is not, just above where the Lurex design finishes (just below gusset level) there is a band of another texture so take care if you wear ultra-short skirts or shorts. The panty is finished with an unlined gusset which dramatically enhances the fit but is just slightly let down by the lack of flat seams which we have come to expect from Polish brands, particularly at what is for them a higher than average price.

Colour density and regularity are no better than average, but as these are tights to be worn in the evening and with the pattern to draw the eye too, we can let this pass. The pattern stays vivid even when stretched to the maximum thanks to the Lurex and makes for a classy and sophisticated look.

Sizing is slightly on the generous side of accurate to the point where the largest size will cope with maximum weight and height together. Fit and comfort are both excellent.

A great idea and design let down a little by the slight cheapness of the essential tights, but still worth having in your wardrobe.

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Gatta Laura 40 Tights

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Gatta Laura 40 Tights are the number one tights you need!

40 denier is a fascinating weight of hosiery, too heavy to be called sheer and too sheer to be called opaque. If you are American, the problem is even more severe because they are too sheer to be called tights and somewhat too heavy to be called pantyhose, but in the UK these are semi-opaque tights.

Does tricky to name equate to tricky to wear? Not at all, in our opinion from a fashion perspective; unless you are looking for a completely bare legged look, you could wear 40 denier tights as part of an outfit that would typically include sheer or opaque tights.

We often end a review with consideration of price, but £3.50 (reduced to £2.25 in 2013) is so reasonable it deserves mention straight away. To get to this price there have been compromises with detailing, of course, you get entirely straight legs with a lightly reinforced toe and a boxer style brief. The brief does include an unlined gusset, but you don’t get flat seams at this price.

Unlike many budget tights that are one-size, this style comes in 4 sizes, (2-5) with sizing guidance provided regarding height, weight and hip measurement. Sizing is on the generous side for length and accurate for hip measurement so we would suggest you look at a combination of hip measurement and height when selecting (ignoring weight), go down a size if you are borderline. Size 4 will give a better fit than Size 5 thanks to the gusset.

The look on the leg is stunning; our test pair came in “beige” this was a much deeper and richer tan than this name suggests. The colour is perfectly even, and thanks to the vibrant colour and high denier minor skin imperfections are easily concealed.

The panty fits well and is opaque enough to remove the need for other underwear, but it does come a down the leg so take great care when wearing with shorts or short skirts, you don’t want to have it showing.

Great looking legs at a sensible price and durable too, excellent value.

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