Is there a huge difference between $5 Target tights and other more expensive brands like HA or Gymboree? I've always just bought cheap ones for DD to go with her Christmas and Easter dresses, since they rarely get worn afterwards. However, she has been wearing more dresses and skirts lately, so I'm wondering if it's worth buying a nicer pair if they will be thicker/more durable.
Target socks have held up really well for us. But since my daughters wear dresses almost every day (their preference), and since we live in a cold part of the world, for tights I think better-quality, warmer ones are essential.
I have had really good luck with Boden and Hanna sales just before and just after Christmas. Even with sale prices, we're talking $10 per pair, but they're worn every week out in the cold so to me it's worth it.