The best tights—for whatever you're doing

Best: bang for your buck

These fast-drying tights are also made with partially recycled materials and feature a mesh pocket and wide ribbing for a comfortable and flexible fit.

H&M Conscious Sports Tights, $30, hm.com.

Best: I could get away with wearing these to work

These leather-look leggings don't come cheap, but they're a favourite for a reason. The faux-leather finish looks luxe, but it's comfortable, stretchy and a top seller. Paired with a shirtdress and a blazer and these would fit right in at the office too.

Wilfred Free for Aritzia Daria Pant, $135, aritzia.com.

Best: budget compression

If you tend to favour compression tights—which help with circulation and muscle recovery—these are a great, affordable pick. They won't chaff, are moisture-wicking and made up of quick-dry compression jersey.

Old Navy High Rise 7/8 Length Compression Leggings, $35, oldnavy.ca.

Best: investment compression

For those who are invested in compression leggings or tights, you can't go wrong investing in a pair that have anatomical mapping and tageted support. This sleek pair comes with a price tag, but you'll have the support you need.

2XU Bonded Mid Rise Compression Tight, $150, spotchek.ca.

Best: fashion-athleisure

Okay, so these tights are sweat-wicking, offer great stretch and have a wide waistband for added comfort. But they're also super cute, so we might just skip the workout and wear these to brunch.

TNA Atmosphere Pant, $65, aritzia.com.

Best: Lounge Investment

If you live in tights or leggings, this is the pair to get. This Canadian-made pair can have a high-waist or be folded over. They're opaque and they won't pill or fade—thanks to the 90% bamboo from rayon and 10% lycra formula. And—the best news—they're from a green and sustainable brand.

Miik Lisa2 Leggings, $79, miik.ca.

Best: For Training

There's a reason why Nike is still a trusted brand when it comes to activewear. These tights, specifically for training (think HIIT workouts and cardio classes) have technology to keep you dry, technology to keep you cool and a great amount of stretch.

Nike Pro Hypercool Training Tights, $84, nike.com.

Best: For Winter activities

These tights from Uniqlo feature the brand's Heattech—which not only retains heat, but generates it as well keeping you warm and dry. 

Heattech tights, $25, uniqlo.com.

Best: For night running

When exercising outside at night, especially when you're running, it's imperative that you're visible. It's the reason why these Hyba tights have reflective detailing.

Hyba Reflective Running Legging, $75, hyba.com.

Best: Go-To Capri

For whatever you're doing, having a go-to tight with a shorter length is a great option. This pair is quick-dry has an internal picket and won't chafe.

MEC Sanctuary Capris, $55, mec.ca.

Best: Go-to Full Length

These soft tights that offer plenty of comfort and stretch are great for whatever workout you're up to today.

Under Armour Unstoppable Tight, $75, sportchek.ca.