TikTok’s Viral Fleece-Lined Tights Might Be the Only Winter Essential You Need

Is it just me, or does any desire to dress up go out the window once it actually starts to feel like winter? Sure, I love to throw on a knit dress and killer knee-high boots as much as the next trendsetter—but when it’s so cold that I feel like I’m living in the tundra, ditching pants seems like a bad idea. So, more times than not, I stick to the different variations of a pant (leather or wide-leg jeans, please!) and sweater combo. Comfy? Yes. Ideal for fancier winter events? Not really. Leave it to TikTok, though, to find the perfect solution: fleece-lined tights.

In case you haven’t seen this cold-weather essential on your FYP yet, let me break it down for you. At first glance, they look like a regular pair of black sheer tights—with a slightly transparent finish and fleshy undertones. What makes them extra special, however, is that these trompe l’oeil leggings are actually opaque, and lined with a super soft fleece that will keep you warm all winter long. In fact, unless you own a pair of fleece-lined leggings, these tights might be warmer than your go-to jeans.

Of course, there’s a lot more to these tights than their fleece lining. The elastic waistband offers a second skin-like fit, and they also come in two silhouettes—footed and stirrup—so you’re bound to find a pair that’s both comfy and cozy. Not to mention, you can snag some for around $25. And when you think about how much you’ll use these tights this winter, it’s a no-brainer.

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We can’t dismiss this fact, however: These viral tights are far cry from shade-inclusive. And obviously, that’s a major problem. Thankfully, this TikTok queen spotted the gaping hole in the market and jumped to fill it by launching Melt Tights, her very own fleece-lined tights brand for people of color. We love to see it.

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