These tights are very dark brown...exactly what I wanted.  I had to guess on the size since the sizing chart Hanes has for reference is for socks and not tights/nylons/pantyhose.  I don't happen to need the control top, but if someone out there does, it will do the job.  The waist band is small (in width) and comfortable and there is a cotton crotch sewn in.  I am 5.8 and I wear size C/D.