The Most Comfortable Plus Size Black Tights

I tested multiple pairs of plus-sized black tights in a quest for the most comfortable!

As a plus size female, it is sometimes difficult to dress “put together and with it” and “on trend,” as many brands cut very small or only go up to a size XL. Within the past few years many brands have been extending their size range which has helped the plus size community tremendously. This has helped many women feel more comfortable in their own skin and has empowered plus size women to be themselves and feel more confident. 

For some reason, tights have been a problem! I have always found them to be too small, too tight or just not cut well for the plus size community. (The tights will be very long, but too narrow near the thigh area). 

Recently, I went to the hosiery store on a mission. I wanted to find a pair of black tights that fit comfortably the whole day, and were not ripped between the legs by the time the day was over. I didn’t feel it was necessary to spend over $15 on one pair of tights so I didn’t bother with any that were more pricey. 

I was unhappy to see that there were not many options available for my size, but here are my reviews. I was in Bingo one day and noticed that they had tights. They were cheap enough that I decided to give them a try. Surprisingly, they were great! Who would have thought? Tights from the grocery! The only downside is that they only have them in store, I have not found them online. For reference, I am 5’5” and usually wear 2X in standard sizing. These are my thoughts and reviews but feel free to try some on your own! If you find any other good options please let me know!

Top Pick Overall

Bingo Green Package XT/Q1

Definitely a winner. Great fit, great material, washes well, stays up. Not the best control top but has something. These are my favorite!

The only downside to the Bingo tights is that they only sell them in Bingo and they are not available online.

Runner Up/Best Control Top

Bingo Red XT/Q1

Great tights! Definitely the runner up. Incredible control top, they really suck you in. The material isn’t as great of a feel as the Bingo green package and the Memoi Curvy but definitely somewhat similar. They are a good fit and definitely plus size friendly.

Memoi Q1/Q2

I found both the Memoi and the Florence below to be very similar. They have a great feel and wash well. For me, they were a little short and very tight by the top of the thighs.

Memoi Womens

Microfiber Opaque Control Top Tights 2 Pack

Memoi Curvy

I really wanted to love these! Their nude tights are great. They had a great feel and washed well and didn’t rip by the top. I tried every size in these Curvy tights but felt that the elastic in the waist falls down easily. They also run very large. I was a QP.

Target 80 Denier 1X/2X

These tights stay up and are nice and opaque. They do not feel yummy like the other ones–a bit “stiff,” there’s less of a stretch in the material.

Sara A.

Sara A. is a BCP fan who wanted to share her helpful findings with others. We appreciate it!

24 responses to “The Most Comfortable Plus Size Black Tights”

  1. Anonymous Avatar
    Anonymous

    What about nude, or non opaque hose?

  2. Tall & Plus Sized Avatar
    Tall & Plus Sized

    This is not helpful for those of us that are tall AND plus sized. I could have written this post myself easily with all of the above options that I have unsuccessfully tried. I’m 5’7″ and have yet to find 2x or 3x tights that comfortably go all the way up (regardless of the numbers on the package)! I got excited at the post and then quickly disappointed. Hopefully my comment can save taller people much pain and aggravation by not attempting to try any of these. Would love to hear from plus sized taller women what they have successfully tried.

    1. Pl Avatar
      Pl

      Melas are much stretchier than memoi and I find it to fit better. I’m not plus size and I went years where I couldn’t find nude tights that pulled all the way up. I lately wear essato for nude and I’m very happy with the fit.

      1. Y Avatar
        Y

        Yes, I also found that Melas works well! I’m 5′ 7″ too and these are stretchy and comfortable!

    2. R Avatar
      R

      And I’m 5′ tall and plus size tights-even memoi.petite go way up my torso! I was wondering if theBingo tights run tall. They really should have them sized by height- as you expect a 5 ft size L to fit someone 5’7″ and size L! DKNY tights used to fit well, can’t.find them anymore…..

  3. Bracha Avatar
    Bracha

    Thanks so much this is great!! And I totally agree the big size tights are always just taller instead of wider at the top!

  4. C Avatar
    C

    I love the Essato tights. I am 5’6 and they go up pretty high on me. I personally love the light control, they don’t fall down but don’t squish me either.

  5. Mindy Avatar
    Mindy

    Thank you so much for this post!!!! I need to try those bingo tights wow! Cant thank you enough for these!

  6. Ruchie Avatar
    Ruchie

    Great post, will most certainly head to Bingo soon. I love the Melas and essato, however I find that ALL my tights tear at the crotch. And once that happens they are simply too uncomfortable to wear. Wondering if this might be a solution….

  7. Fs Avatar
    Fs

    Can I ask what clothing did you are or how overweight you are? Bingo and melas 1x/2x are way too tight. I weigh 245 and 5″5 and I only can fit into wear memoi curve tights

  8. dimples Avatar
    dimples

    @Tall & plus sized
    I’m 5″10 and size 1-2x with legs that go on forever. The best tights I’ve found are either the Bingo ones but they pimple and don’t last forever. My all time favorite is the Hue Super Blackout or Black out tights ( 100 or 90 denier) They’ve withstood the test of time (read I’ve been wearing them for years!) and usually by them on Amazon or Macy’s when theyre on sale.

  9. Faigy Avatar
    Faigy

    Thigh highs. Or knee highs with a long skirt.
    Both don’t move all day. Both stay up all day. memoi makes a nice thigh high.
    If you want control top, wear a control panty.

  10. Eliza Avatar
    Eliza

    Tall & Plus Sized – try the Memoi curvy in the size 5x . Theyre super long and super stretchy. They dont stay up so well though.

  11. Esther Shayndelle Cohen Avatar
    Esther Shayndelle Cohen

    I went to bingo and picked up the green ones theyre amazing!!! Thank you BCP!

    1. Malka Avatar
      Malka

      Can you have a post with plus sized knee highs for tall people? I’ve tried so many and can’t find a good one that goes up high enough and stays up. For nude, I love the memoi curvy but the black is not good

  12. Sara Avatar
    Sara

    Thank you for this post!! Very helpful.

  13. Leah Avatar
    Leah

    I used to wear the Bingo ones but I find that they pill really quickly. I wash them and hang dry and feel like I get 2-3 wears before they pill. Any tips?

  14. SB Avatar
    SB

    Loving the Essato recommended by Shaindels Hosiery

  15. r.o. Avatar
    r.o.

    best plus size black tights ate from Snag…they never rip and fit amazing..

  16. Girl Avatar
    Girl

    I find melas go up all the way-control top

  17. Faigy Avatar
    Faigy

    Thanks for your post. You inspired me to try again. Melas Q1/Q2 fit me nicely. Im short and wear a 4-5x in regular clothes.

    Would love to hear recommendations for nude tights.

  18. Rina G Avatar
    Rina G

    this post! Wow! I’m feeling HEARD!

  19. Rivka Avatar
    Rivka

    I also love Essato, but only the opaque tights, which are high-waisted, like I prefer. I’m 5’8″ and about 230, and I wear the T/XT or the XT/Q1. The sheers don’t fit the same way. If anyone can recommend a high-waisted sheer, I’d appreciate it, the sheers from Curvy are too wide and short.

  20. Miri Avatar
    Miri

    The memoi curvy sheers are great in the 20 denier . The 15 denier ones are a weird material though.

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