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Leggings: opacity, layering and care
Opaque or sheer, and why it matters
Not every legging here is meant to be worn on its own. The mesh, fishnet and sheer panelled styles are layering pieces: they sit under a mini skirt or shorts and show at the thigh and calf. The jersey and PU styles are opaque and stand alone. The product page states which, and it changes what you need to buy alongside.
| Type | Opacity | Worn | Fabric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey | Opaque | Alone | Cotton stretch |
| PU / wet look | Opaque | Alone | Coated stretch |
| Mesh panel | Part sheer | Under a skirt | Stretch mesh |
| Fishnet | Sheer | Under shorts | Nylon |
Sizing and care
Stretch forgives roughly a size, so leggings are among the more tolerant items in the range. Mesh and fishnet snag easily: wash in a bag on cold, never tumble dry, and keep away from rings and buckles when dressing.
Frequently asked
- Are the leggings see-through?
- Some are, deliberately. Mesh, fishnet and sheer panelled styles are drafted as a layer under a skirt or shorts.
- Can leggings be worn as trousers?
- The opaque jersey and PU styles yes. The sheer styles are layering pieces.
- How do you stop mesh leggings snagging?
- Wash in a mesh bag on a cold cycle, never tumble dry, and remove rings before pulling them on.
- Do PunkRave leggings run small?
- Less than the rest of the range, because of the stretch, but still around one size below EU and US.