They are in no way inferior to my daughters. I had read reviews that they weren't very durable for dancers, but I assumed the durability would hold since my kids wouldn't dance in them. I was wrong. These are disposable tights. If you're okay with them being ripped, pulled, and essentially shredded for one-time use, buy them because they're cute and have a subtle pink sheen. But go if you don't want to spend money.