Meet the new Imperfect Pointes ballet tights — redesigned, refined, and relaunched to be the best possible tights for dancers, without compromising on sustainability.
Made in Italy using QNOVA® recycled yarn by Fulgar, these 50 denier convertible ballet tights combine technical performance, comfort, and longevity with genuine eco-innovation. We’ve kept everything you love — and quietly improved the details:
What’s new
New QNOVA® recycled yarn (by Fulgar) for improved softness, enhanced durability & longevity
Reinforced convertible foothole with more stretch and zero laddering
Comfort-engineered 'waistband of dreams' subtly refined to support without digging in
Improved sizing - with XXL added
Greater supply-chain transparency, working directly with a specialist Italian manufacturer
No gusset construction (cotton gusset in children’s sizes only)
Strengthened Convertible foot opening - wear footed or footless, class to rehearsal
Smooth, second-skin feel that stretches with you (no bagging, no sagging)
Flatter seams & reinforced toe for comfort and strength
Better for you, better for the planet
These tights are made from recycled polyamide yarn, helping reduce waste and reliance on virgin materials — without sacrificing performance or aesthetics. Sustainability doesn’t end at checkout either: your tights are designed to be worn, washed, repaired, and ultimately recycled through Imperfect Pointes when they reach end of life.
The official tights of English National Ballet and Royal Danish Ballet
All of our premium dancewear is made using ECONYL® yarn, a 100% regenerated nylon fibre made from nylon waste otherwise polluting the Earth, like fishing nets, fabric scraps, carpet flooring and industrial plastic recovered from all over the world. Through a radical regeneration and purification process, the nylon waste is recycled right back to it's original purity. That means ECONYL® regenerated nylon is exactly the same as fossil-based nylon.
There are no nasties in our packaging. We use 100% compostable packaging to avoid harming the environment. Our mailers are 100% compostable in your garden compost bin, or your household food waste bin. The mailer will breakdown in 3-4 months - not hundreds of years like a normal plastic mailer. Our beautifully designed tissue paper and stickers use soy-based ink and are printed on acid-free FSC® certified paper.
WASH CARE
Durable yes? Unbreakable no! Please wash your tights with the utmost care. Think Planet and wash on a cool or handwash setting at 30°C. Avoid fabric softener and never tumble dry
Subject to availability, your order is usually despatched within 5 working days – but we will keep you updated. All orders are packed and shipped Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm.
Region
Delivery Window
Cost
UK Mainland
Takes 3-5 working days
£4.99
Jersey, Northern Ireland and Scottish Isles
3-7 working days
£4.99
European region
5-7 working days
£12.99
Rest of World
6-10 working days
£12.99
Please be aware that international purchases may incur custom duties depending on your location. Any duty and taxes incurred in the country of destination are the responsibility of the customer.
Our normal returns period will be 14 days.
Whilst we remain in a period of uncertainty relating to Covid-19 we are extending our normal returns window to 21 days and will be showing flexibility to any customers struggling to get to a post-office due to self-isolation, post office closures or for any other reasons.
If you are planning to return an item please let us know by emailing us on hello@imperfectpointes.com or giving us a quick call on +447557908422
We hope that you will love your new balletwear + always appreciate feedback if something is #notperfect
If, for whatever reason your order isn’t suitable, we are happy to refund or exchange any items you have purchased within 14 days of you receiving your order.
Please note we can only accept returned items that are unworn with swing tickets still attached. We cannot accept items that have been worn (even briefly) for class or exercise.
Store owner replied:
Yeay! thanks so much Lizzie! we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback - love Helen
We discovered these tights while visiting London, and they've been a favorite ever since. Incredibly soft, comfortable, and sustainably made, they check every box. Knowing we're supporting a thoughtful, responsible brand makes us feel even better—and the quality is truly second to none.
Store owner replied:
Thanks so much, Wendy! I am so glad that the tights are so well received, yet again. It's always a pleasure when customers keep coming back to us, after meeting us at one of our pop-up shops. Don't forget you can collect your old tights and return them to be recycled. I hope we get to see you again some time. Best wishes & I hope you both have a great summer
Helen
I love the tights! They are comfortable and match my skin tone amazingly!!
Store owner replied:
Hi Destiny, it's great to hear you're enjoying your tights and it's a pleasure to hear your valuable feedback!
We understand the importance of providing a wide range of shades to meet the needs of our diverse customer base.
We always love to hear from our customers.😁 Thanks, Phoebe
The PB ballerinas and I wear these tights all the time! The colour match is perfect for my tone, which is amazing- big brands don't even get that right! You can tell thought and care went into making them.
The tights are a great quality and our ballerinas love the waistband, pulling the tights up and saying "Ooo these feel niiccee, like professional quality. Look Miss Ruth! *flicks waistband*"
I wear these tights at almost every class I teach or attend. Thank you for an amazing product, it makes such a big difference when your balletwear fits just right 💜
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your kind words. A lot of research went into the product and its great to see it paying off and that you feel that we have managed to get the colours right for your beautiful Black and Brown ballerinas.
We love following the work you do and feel privileged to be a small part of these dancers' journeys.
Lovely fit, very comfortable and durable! These tights soon became my favourite pair.
Store owner replied:
Hi Isabella, thanks so much for taking the time to leave this review, it is much appreciated! 😊
We're so glad that you're enjoying your convertible tights and that we are your new go to! We hope you continue to enjoy wearing your Imperfect Pointes tights! Thanks, Phoebe
LOVE these tights! Love them even more with my Imperfect Pointes skirt too 🌸
My favorite tights!! And new and improved 😍 love how I can cut holes in toes that don’t run and the new waistband is even nicer to fold over 🙏 they’re a class and performance staple that I can depend on!
As a plus-size dancer, it has been really hard for me to find ballet tights. Since my teacher ordered yours, it has been completely life-changing. It's the second pair I've bought from you, and I love them. They fit so well! Thank you so much for all your hard work. 🥰
Congratulations Helen on your major breakthrough with Imperfect Pointes!
These tights fit me well in a size M, feeling compact to the leg and having a lovely seamless appearance.
Despite the gusset being removed, there is still support in the groin area, and is suitable for the typical “tights over leo” look.
I do feel the foot area a bit restricting, and was wondering if there is a way for there to be more stretch or a larger hole in the convertible tights? This is an easy fix for me as I just snip the hole a bit more with scissors, but this does cause ladders in the heels of my tights.
Overall, loving the new Imperfect Pointes tights. ❤️
One year has gone by the first use of black and pink ballet tights and they still are (IM)PERFECT!!! I really love the fabric and the way it hides the imperfect pointes of my legs. I can’t wait to buy the new Gusset-less tights!!!
I’ve been so excited to try the Imperfect Pointes tights and I’m so happy I’ve got them. They feel amazing on and are super comfortable I absolutely Love the colour of them . Jada-Jo :)
Store owner replied:
ah .....really thrilled to see you in your new tights Jada-Jo. don't forget that when you send your old tights back for recycling you'll get 10% off your next pairs! Love Helen xx
I adore my Imperfect Pointe Ballet Tights, they are super comfy and feel amazing against my skin, if you don’t know get to know as you won’t be disappointed 😊
The tights are super soft, was surprisingly cool during a hot class. Dug in a bit at the waistband when I first tried them on (UK 16/18 and carry weight in mid section), but they didn't roll down during class and I wasn't uncomfortable at all. Convertible to just above the ankle (on my legs), which is nice to have the option. Overall would buy again!
I really love my imperfect pointes tights, the fabric is really supportive at the waist line which I feel like helps my posture in class. The material is so soft and doesn’t easily rip which is great. I definitely would recommend these tights because they have a fantastic look/feel but also are sustainable!
My favourite ballet tights !! The larger waist band makes them perfect to wear both under or over the leotard, and the colour is fade resistant . Couldn’t recommend more xx
Best pink tights I’ve ever worn! I’ve worn all the big brands over the years and I can confidently say IP are my favorite.
They are the perfect shade of pink and do not fade! No rips or tears. They are compressive enough without being too warm. My goal is to get my entire studio to wear them as they last so much longer than other brands!
Store owner replied:
We love to hear it, Suzanne! Thank you for being a repeat customer and letting us know how much you love our tights! They get softer with every wash and you are correct, they don't grey! Don't forget you can recycle your tights with us and receive 10% off your next pair. Also, love this photo! Xx Katie, Helen & Imperfect Pointes Team
I wear these tights for skating as they fit perfectly and keep my legs toasty warm.
Store owner replied:
Love it, Jamie! Thank you for sharing your positive review and happy our products are keeping you warm on the ice! When you're done with the tights, send them back to us so we can recycle them and you can get 10% off your next pair. Xx Katie, Helen & Imperfect Pointes Team
First time trying out your convertible tights !! Absolutely love them really comfortable and soft.
Pic is Ann Wall & Myself in rehearsals today both wearing imperfect pointes tights. Thank you :)
Olivia Richards
Store owner replied:
Wow! Beautiful photo, Olivia and Ann. Thank you for sharing your review and happy to hear the rights are so soft and comfortable. Don't forget, you can recycle your old tights and get 10% off your next pairs... then again our pink tights hold their color after many washes and don't get gray, so you might be wearing them for quite some time! Appreciate the love Xx Katie, Helen & Imperfect Pointes Team
Amazingly comfortable tights that don’t move and feel great to wear
Store owner replied:
This is such a stunning photo! Thanks so much. We hope you'll be wearing your tights for many classes and rehearsals to come! but when they're done, do send back to us for recycling and 10% off your next pairs - win for dancers! a win for the planet!
I've been testing these tights for over a year and my goodness!! Imperfect Pointes have smashed it yet again, these are the BEST tights! The durability of them is amazing, not a single snag or thread pull. No fading in sight, they're as vibrant as they day they arrived in their wonderful packaging. Can we also shout out the dreamy waistband too!
Store owner replied:
This is just the sort of feedback we love on our tights! Huge thanks for all the support, Lauren. Don't forget to send your old tights back for recycling and get 10% off your next pairs.... together we can change this industry! Happy dancing,
Love Helen xx
I've seen influencers who work with Imperfect Pointes market these as really strong tights that do not rip/tear easily, or never rip. I find this untrue, as just putting them on for the first time they immediately ripped at the heel. I didn't even have them all the way on and I had to take them off to sew up the ladder. Apart from that, they are just normal tights. Nothing special, everything a pair of pink ballet tights should do. The only difference I've noticed between these and other brands of convertible tights is that the hole in the heel is extremely tight and makes putting them up over my feet very hard.
Store owner replied:
Thanks for your review and beautiful photo wearing your Barcelona leotard and tights. So sorry you felt it easier to leave a negative review, than to get in touch with us!
Especially, since we already had dialogue with you about how much you love our dancewear. When we were organising an exchange on a different product, you didn't mention it so I'm genuinely sorry and surprised you had a bad experience and felt unable to tell us. We are always here to listen. As a small business, all tights feedback is important. We can't please everyone, but we do try our best and we could have tried to help :(
if you would like to get in touch perhaps we can find a solution for you.
Absolutely obsessed with these tights (and my imperfect pointes Alexandria leo and skirt)! The tights are so soft and have such a supportive material. Picture shown is after the first wash, but they have been washed since and are still such a perfect colour. Would absolutely recommend these; the quality is miles better than any other brands I've tried. I feel so much more confident dancing in these tights, so they are absolutely worth the investment to me
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much Grace for this incredible review! We are delighted our sustainable tights are changing the game - you also look incredibly sustainably stylish dressed head to toe in IP! We can't wait to see what you choose next xx
my favourite tights, they’re the perfect colour shade and make me feel confident!!🤎
Store owner replied:
Katherine we love you! These tights look great on you and we love that you have chosen to shop sustainably :) We can't wait to see what you choose next!
Love, Charlie x
Love these tights!! I’ve had them for months and they are still brighter than any other pairs I’ve owned! Also just wore them for a weekend of performances and they held up great!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so so much Ruby for your kind words! Don't forget you can recycle them with us and get 10% off your next pair when your ready to give them up :) Lots of love, Charlie x
These ballet tights are absolutely amazing! Such a nice color and super comfortable, especially the waistband. They’ve been my go-to staple for skin tone tights!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much Mia! We can't wait to see you looking sustainably stylish make sure to tag us on Instagram in this gorgeous colour! - Love, Charlie x
Lovely tights, very comfy to wear and look really strong, washed well
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much Michelle! We are delighted to have provided you with such an excellent sustainable product. Love, Charlie x
These tights are such amazing quality and fit and I can tell they will be really long lasting in my classes. The colour is also amazing and the are so comfortable.
Store owner replied:
Hey Heidi, Thank you so much for your incredible review and beautiful photo our tights are designed to last up to 4 times longer than others and they can be recycled when you are ready to give them up! Love, Charlie xx
Absolutely love my Imperfect Pointes tights. They have not lost any colour washing and love thick waistband.
I have worn them all last week for various auditions and they look great!
I have now ordered a custom Leo and I can't wait to try that too!
Store owner replied:
Esme and Mum thanks so much for these stunning photos! so glad to hear you are loving your tights - remember when you are ready to say Goodbye to them, you can send them back to us for recycling and get 10% off your next pairs!
I love my Imperfect Pointes ballet tights, they are so soft, comfortable and never lose their colour. I wear them every ballet class and even do contemporary in them and the tights never rip or ladder as they are so strong!
Store owner replied:
Hey Sienna, beautiful photos as always! Don't forget when your ready for a new pair we will recycle any imperfect pointes tights with our partner Swedish stockings and give you 10% off your next pair of tights. Love, Charlie xx
These tights are wonderful! The convertible hole is just the right size to slip my foot in and out of when taping my toes. The waistband doesn’t cut into me and sits very comfortably. The tights themselves are so flattering. Best of all, they’re the world’s most sustainable ballet tights! They’re a quadruple win!
Store owner replied:
This is what we love to hear! Glad you love them as much as we do! Thank you for supporting Imperfect Pointes!
My daughter wanted to try these tights as it would mean a lot to her to be wearing recycled products. Highly important in this day and age! The outcome is that she loves them! Comfortable and professional. Thank you Imperfect Pointes and keep up the amazing work.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much Karen for the support and yes you are correct about sustainability! Glad your daughter loves them. Love Imperfect Pointes x
My go to tights! So comfortable and flexible but still thick enough so they don’t rip quickly.
Store owner replied:
Thank you Samantha for choosing Imperfect Pointes! Good Luck in your audition and we know you'll look great in our tight! Love Imperfect Pointes x
Definitely recommend! So durable, soft and comfortable. Brilliant to dance in and a must have.
Store owner replied:
Hi Samantha, glad you love our tights as much as we do! Have fun dancing! Thanks for being sustainable and choosing Imperfect Pointes! x
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