Quick Answer

Start with the fabric, then the waistband. Smooth Shaping® is Casall's performance fabric for gym training, with sweat-wicking properties and a light shaping feel, so choose it for lifting and studio work. Soft Touch is for low-intensity yoga and everyday wear. If you want a secure high-support top layer for running, the Impact Zip Sports Bra pairs well with any of these tights.

Fabric Comes First: Smooth Shaping vs Soft Touch

The fabric decides how the tights feel during and after training, so pick it before you look at colour. Casall's Smooth Shaping® is a performance fabric developed for gym training, with a focus on sweat-wicking properties, high comfort and a light shaping feel. It is the right base for lifting, HIIT and studio sessions where you want the tights to stay put and dry quickly. Soft Touch is a softer, lower-intensity fabric used in yoga and studio tights, and it works just as well for everyday wear. If you train hard and want one pair to cover most sessions, Smooth Shaping is the safer default. If your week is mostly yoga, stretching and errands, Soft Touch will feel more comfortable against the skin.

Waistband Design: Overlap, Heart Yoke and High Rise

Two tights can both be high waist and still fit very differently. The Overlap High Waist Tights use a flattering overlapping design at the waist for a smooth, comfortable fit with a light sheen. The Soft Touch High Waist Tights use a heart-shaped yoke at the back that highlights your curves. Neither is better in the abstract; the overlap style suits people who want a clean, uninterrupted line under a top, while the heart yoke suits those who want the back detail to show. Check how the waistband sits when you bend, sit and twist, not just when you stand still in front of a mirror.

How to Judge Fit and Squat-Proof Coverage

Squat-proof coverage depends on the combination of rise, fabric stretch and your own proportions, so treat it as a fit test rather than a label. Try the tights on, then do a deep squat, a lunge and a forward fold. If the waistband rolls down or the fabric turns transparent in the mirror, size up or choose a denser fabric. Casall tights are sold by size, so use the size guide and your hip measurement as the starting point. If you are between sizes and plan to train hard, size up for comfort; if you want maximum shaping for studio work, stay with your usual size.

Support and Longevity: What to Expect

Support in tights comes from fabric density and waistband construction, while support in a sports bra comes from its own design. The Impact Zip Sports Bra is built for high-intensity training and running, with a front zip for easy on and off and adjustable crossed shoulder straps, in sizes 70-85 and cup B-D. Fasten the zip properly by folding the puller down after dressing. For longevity, the Overlap High Waist Tights are covered by Casall's sustainability guarantee, meaning they will look and feel like new even after 200 washes. Wash all performance tights cold, inside out, and skip the dryer to protect the fabric and the waistband.

Decision Rules for Buying High Waist Tights

  • If you train in the gym or studio: Choose Smooth Shaping® fabric for sweat-wicking properties and a light shaping feel. The Heat Printed High Waist Tights or the Overlap High Waist Tights both fit this use. Default choice for lifting, HIIT and studio classes.
  • If you mostly do yoga or wear tights casually: Choose Soft Touch fabric for a softer, lower-intensity feel. The Soft Touch High Waist Tights are designed for yoga and studio training and work for everyday wear. Prioritise comfort over dense compression.
  • If you want a clean line under tops: Look for an overlapping waistband design like the Overlap High Waist Tights, which sits smoothly and has a light sheen. Check the waistband when bending and sitting, not just standing.
  • If you wash your tights constantly: The Overlap High Waist Tights are covered by Casall's sustainability guarantee, meaning they will look and feel like new even after 200 washes. Wash cold, inside out, and skip the dryer.
  • If you run or do high-intensity intervals: Add a high-support bra such as the Impact Zip Sports Bra, designed for high-intensity training and running with a front zip and adjustable crossed shoulder straps. Fold the zip puller down after dressing to lock it.

Product Facts

  • Heat Printed High Waist Tights - Zebra Navy: Training tights with a tonal graphic zebra pattern, made in the signature Smooth Shaping® performance fabric developed for gym training, with a focus on sweat-wicking properties, high comfort and a light shaping feel. A good pick if you want a patterned gym tight that stays comfortable and dry through sweaty sessions.
  • Overlap High Waist Tights - Purple Eclipse: Super-soft training tights designed for gym training in Casall's signature Smooth Shaping® material with a light sheen, a high waist and a flattering overlapping design. Covered by Casall's sustainability guarantee, meaning they will look and feel like new even after 200 washes. Choose these if you want a smooth, overlap waistband and a pair you can wash often without losing shape.
  • Soft Touch High Waist Tights - Black: Yoga and studio tights in Casall's Soft Touch fabric, designed for low-intensity training and suitable for everyday wear, with a heart-shaped yoke at the back that highlights your curves. Best if your training is mostly yoga, mobility or casual wear and you prefer a softer feel over dense compression.
  • Impact Zip Sports Bra - Black: A high-support sports bra for high-intensity training and running, with a front zip for easy on and off and adjustable crossed shoulder straps. Available in sizes 70-85 and cup B-D. Fold the zip puller down after dressing to lock it. Pair it with any high waist tight when you need secure support for running or HIIT.

Who These High Waist Tights Are For

Best for

  • Gym and studio training where you want sweat-wicking performance and a light shaping feel
  • Yoga, mobility and everyday wear where a softer fabric matters more than compression
  • Anyone who wants a high waist with either a smooth overlap band or a heart-shaped back yoke

Not for

  • Runners who need a high-support bra as well; pair these tights with a bra designed for high-intensity training
  • Shoppers who want a specific compression level, since compression is not listed as a specification for these styles