Tights Collection

If you really want to get a kick out of the Twist just put those high-heeled shoes away. Thats what the three girls pictured think

Mieczyslaw Pianowski, Polish ballet dancer
Mieczyslaw Pianowski (c1891-1967), Polish ballet dancer, ballet master and choreographer. circa 1920s

TED KID LEWIS
Ted Kid Lewis (Gershon Mendeloff), British-born World Welterweight Champion in 1915, 1916 and from 1917 - 1919. His nickname was the Aldgate Sphinx

Actress Helen Mirren wearing a fishnet tights portraying character of fairground stripper Juy 1975

Joan Collins actress starred in Dynasty arrives at Heathrow. November 1988

Kaufmann Lady Cycle Troupe refined trick cyclists. One bicycle in photograph with the lady cyclists wearing ruched shorts to the knee, long sleeved blouses, tights and flat shoes

Woman police officer in self-defence exercise
Woman police officer (Moya Wood-Heath) taking part in a self-defence demonstration exercise at an outdoor event, watched by spectators. Date: circa early 1970s

Plastics Nylon made as a substitute for silk Royal welcome home was given nylon as it made its post war reappearance in ladies hosiery

Caricature of Nellie Farren and Edward Ledger
Caricature of Nellie Farren (1848-1904), English actress and singer, and Edward Ledger (18??-1921), editor of The Era theatrical newspaper

Pucci outfit, 1965
Cotton velvet apres-ski jacket in a characteristic print of Florentine colour, partnered this season by second skin silk jersey tights, printed to match and ending in little trompe l oeil boots

Caricatured Hamlet on a music sheet
A caricatured Hamlet, probably based on Sir Henry Irving, on a music sheet entitled Hamlet Ye Dane, A Ghost Story, with music by J B Lawreen

Marius Goring / Romeo
MARIUS GORING British actor of stage and screen in the role of Romeo, with Peggy Ashcroft as Juliet

Edith Wynne in Red Riding Hood, Gaiety Theatre, Dublin Date: 1890s

Clara Webber in Red Riding Hood, Gaiety Theatre, Dublin Date: 1890s

Cartoon, Miss Harriett Vernon in The P)rince of Japs
Cartoon, Miss Harriett Vernon (1858-1923), English actress and singer, as Cammpi in The Japs, or The Doomed Daimio, a burlesque by Harry Paulton and Mostyn Teddea. 1885

Bob Fitzsimmons, heavyweight boxing champion
Bob (Robert James) Fitzsimmons (1863-1917), English-born World Heavyweight Boxing Champion. circa 1900s

Charnos Nylons advertisement
Advertisement for Charnos nylons, perfect for day and evening. Date: 1953

Poster advertising Quinquina Dubonnet tonic wine, as enjoyed by a lady in a flamboyant green and white striped dress

Elizabeth Hurley actress and model. August 1989 Liz

Shoot for Kamella - children's clothes brand
Client: Stonehouse Advertising - shoot for Kamella children's clothes brand - padded short hooded jacket with silk neck bow Date: circa 1967

Shoot for Kamella - children's clothes brand
Client: Stonehouse Advertising - shoot for Kamella children's clothes brand - padded short hooded jacket with silk neck bow Date: circa 1967

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Young Girl's Knitwear dress with belt - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Girl's Knitwear dress - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Model: Diane Loach - Shoot date: April 14, 1970. Date: 1970

Shoot for John Lewis Partnership product packaging - tights - circa 1960s. Date: 1960s

Model in an outdoor botanical setting (Kew Gardens?) in tunic waistcoat with matching skirt and tights. Date: mid 1960s

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ballerina
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"Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham", by John Gilbert, in the Gallery of the... 1862
"Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham", by John Gilbert, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Engraving of a painting

Policewomen Hilda Whitcombe (left) and Betty O Brien trying on the new issue for Cardiff P Cs - fully fashioned nylons. Twenty dozen pairs have been ordered

Member son the The Womens Royal Naval Service (WRNS) entertainment section. The caption suggests the word Canadian, but also WRNS who are the British regiment. Picture taken 12th November 1944

Slade launch their new album "Rogues Gallery"
Slade launch their new album " Rogues Gallery" with a party held at The Royal Exchange pub in Bilston. Jim Lea, Noddy Holder

West Ham and England football star Bobby Moore with model Kate Howard in Oxford Street, London to promote the new nude look Norlyn Niknax tights on sale. 10th September 1970

Actress Honor Blackman, feature for Donald Zec. 3rd February 1963

Jill Ireland actress in telephone booth, March 1955

Actress Helen Mirren wearing a fishnet tights portraying character of fairground stripper Juy 1975

FASHION WITH MODEL LYNN WALES

1960s fashion model icon Twiggy at the launch of her own range of Twiggy tights, January 1969

Rula Lenska actress wears fashion knitwear to raise money for BLISS a charity which raises money for equipment for premature baby equipment. September 1989

Rula Lenska, Polish actress taking a break from her principal boy role as Aladdin at Londons Richmond Theatre to pose at the stage door with Joe Brown who presents ITVs big board game Square One

Actress Jean Marsh aged 17 posing witha telephone April 1952

Deborah Ann "Debbie"Harry (born July 1, 1945
Deborah Ann " Debbie" Harry (born July 1, 1945) is an American singer-songwriter and actress, best known as the lead singer of the new wave and punk rock band Blondie

Elizabeth Hurley actress and model. August 1989 Liz

Lyn Marshall, yoga expert, who is to appear at the Albert Hall. June 1972 P035453

Model showing off tights and suspenders. 1966

Clothing - Stockings: The new Folies. Top model Tessa Hewitt shows off a new style in stockings designed to be worn without suspenders. February 1984 P018428

Clothing - Stockings Seamed stockings feature. Model walks up steps. November 1968 P018433

Clothing Stockings: Black lace never loses its old-fashioned sex appeal, Mary Quant crochets it into delicious stretch tights. Price, around 19s, 11d. August 1970 P018440

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"Tights: A Twist of Style and History" If you really want to get a kick out of the Twist, just put those high-heeled shoes away. They have been an essential part of fashion for centuries, adorning the legs of dancers, athletes, and even actors. One notable figure who embraced tights was TED KID LEWIS, a legendary boxer known for his agility in the ring. But it wasn't just boxers who appreciated this garment; Mieczyslaw Pianowski, a Polish ballet dancer, relied on tights to showcase his graceful movements on stage. It also found their place in entertainment troupes like the Kaufmann Lady Cycle Troupe. These talented performers dazzled audiences with their acrobatic skills while wearing vibrant tights that added an extra touch of flair to their acts. Even Hollywood couldn't resist the allure of tights. Actress Helen Mirren once donned fishnet tights while portraying a character as a fairground stripper—a testament to how this versatile piece can transform any costume into something captivating. But it's not all about glamour and showbiz; practicality plays its part too. In self-defense exercises, female police officers rely on durable tights that allow them freedom of movement without compromising safety or professionalism. The history behind tights is equally fascinating. Plastics Nylon emerged as a substitute for silk during World War II when resources were scarce. Its introduction brought nylon-made stockings into everyday life and received such enthusiasm that even royalty welcomed it home with open arms. Throughout history, countless icons have rocked tights with style—Joan Collins being one prime example. The actress arrived at Heathrow Airport in 1988 sporting fashionable attire complete with trendy patterned tights—an embodiment of elegance and sophistication. Tight-wearing characters aren't limited to real-life figures either; they've made appearances in cartoons too.