Batman Tights Bring Superhero Style to Your Legs
Story by:
Brittany High
Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na BAT-TIGHTS! Hot Topic was selling these Batman Tights for just $12. The Dark Knight wouldn’t be caught dead in these, but you know Robin be dressing up in them in his free time. It makes him feel pretty. And who can blame him? Fighting crime is hard work. Sometimes a superhero just wants to feel FABULOUS.
That’s right, Batman-themed tights. Because apparently wearing a superhero T-shirt or cape just isn’t enough anymore. Now you can show off your love for Gotham City’s favorite crime fighter while keeping your legs covered. HOLY HOSIERY, BATMAN!
Batman Tights for the Fashionable Superhero Fan
The Batman Tights were part of the wonderfully ridiculous world of novelty fashion accessories. At their original $12 price, they were considerably cheaper than an actual Batsuit. Although I’m guessing they offered significantly less protection against supervillains. Especially the ones carrying sharp objects.
Hot Topic has offered multiple Batman-inspired hosiery designs over the years, including tights decorated with Batman silhouettes and faux thigh-high styles featuring the famous bat logo. The original $12 pair is a historical find, though, and its exact design and current availability haven’t been confirmed.
Not a Batman fan? Huh? Who? What? I don’t understand. But the original lineup also included other styles, including bear, bunny, kitty, and more. Not nearly as bad ass as the Batman ones, but then again, they’re tights. Which are not inherently bad ass to begin with.
Still, you’ve gotta appreciate someone willing to bring a little superhero action to their wardrobe. Now somebody make a matching utility belt that holds my phone, snacks, and emergency chocolate. I’m not saying I’d be the world’s greatest crime fighter, but I’d definitely be the best-prepared person on the couch.
I liked the cat one because who doesn’t love cats!? IM LOOKING AT YOU FRED