It’s competition season! If you’re new to competing, you might find the sheer variety of tights we offer online a little overwhelming. To make things easier, we’ve put together a quick guide to help you choose the perfect pair for your routine.
Why are skating tights so much more expensive than regular tights?
Skating tights are designed for durability, warmth, and movement. They’re thicker, stronger, and tailored for skaters, resisting wear from friction and intense use. With reinforced areas and specialized finishes, they provide better performance compared to regular tights, making them a necessary part of a skater’s gear.
1. Popular Styles for Figure Skating Tights
– Footed Style (traditional tights with a boot look): Mondor 3322
– Footless Style (tights covering the top part of the boots): Mondor 3323
– Over-the-Boot Style (tights covering the entire boot): Mondor 3350, Mondor 3338, Primavera 518
Popular Styles for Artistic Roller Skating
– Stirrup Style (clips under the boot): Mondor 3374 , Primavera 517
– Over-the-Boot Style (covers the entire boot): Mondor 3350, Mondor 3338
2. The Difference Between Training Tights and Performance Tights
– Training tights: Stronger, matte/grainy finish, warmer, and longer-lasting. Popular options: Mondor 3302, Mondor 3301, Mondor 3372.
– Performance tights: Fine finish, slight shimmer, thinner, and not as durable but visually striking.
3. What Does 50D, 80D Mean?
– Higher Denier = thicker, stronger, warmer.
– Figure skaters usually start at 60D, while roller skaters might prefer 50D for summer and higher Denier for winter.
4. Choosing the Right Color
– Suntan: Ideal for darker skin tones.
– Caramel/Nude: Universal choice, popular in international competitions.
– Light Tan: Best for fair skin with a blue undertone (not suitable for pink undertones).
– Black: Stylish choice for darker costumes—available in multiple models.
Look for the color palette indicator on product images for our stocked options. 
5. Helpful Tips for Tights
– Layer training tights under thin performance tights for warmth.
– Wear boot covers under over-the-boot tights to extend lifespan.
– Sizing flexibility — going up a size can still offer a great fit.
– Keep spares in your bag in case of unexpected laddering.
6. Rhinestones?
Did you know that rhinestones can be added to any Mondor tights of your choice?
Scattered rhinestones from NZ$5
7. Currently on clearance:
Mondor 3303, Training, Footless style
Primavera 3306, Performance, Footed style
Primavera 522, Performance, Footless style
Mondor 911, Performance, Footed style with rhinestones
Primavera 3306, Performance, Footed style
Hope this helps anyone feeling lost rediscover their love for tights! If you’re still unsure, our customer service team is happy to help—reach out at cs@skatersedge.odoo.com.
Until next time—happy skating!
Team @ SkatersEdge