A bit coservative for tights, are you? Made of 100% cotton, these breeches would have been worn by the peasant or working class man. They are long enough to wear with knee-high boots or wear the cuffs at the top of your calf with sandals. Elastic cuffs make them comfortable to wear as you caulk a ship or reap the harvest. A drawstring waistband allows one to feast and famine in them, or drink a lot of meade, if you like. Ours also have secret pockets hidden in the side seams. Pockets may not have been period, but are a fine addition for placing your keys and monies.(Many Color OPtions)