Pantyhose or tights are sheer close fitting coverings of the body from the feet, most frequently worn by women. Like stockings, they are usually made of nylon. The one-piece pantyhose garment appeared in the 1960s and provided a convenient alternative to stockings.
Pantyhose are worn for a number of reasons. Sheer pantyhose that match the skin colour of the legs can enhance the legs by outlining the shape and by making the legs seem slimmer. Brown coloured pantyhose give the illusion of practical use, as it can provide warmth in colder wheather and let one appear ‘bare-legged’ even in the winter. Pantyhose that are knitted with lycra enhance blood circulation by applying even pressure on the legs throughout the day.
Underneath are Things You Should Know About Pantyhose
Pantyhose are recently a standard sight in offices worldwide, where they have been accepted as part of a professional dress code for women. Though a barelegged trend is now popular amongst younger women, hosiery is still common in offices and places where formal dress is require. Schools with uniforms often require some sort of hosiery as a part of the uniform.
Most tights are composed of nylon and a small amount of spandex, which provides the elasticity and form fitting that is characteristic of modern pantyhose. Unfortunately, the nylon fabric is somewhat prone to tearing and it is common for very sheer hose to ‘run’ soon after snagging rough or sharp.
Pantyhose worn for fashion have a standard construction.The top of the waist is a strong elastic. The part covering the hips (panty area) is composed of a thicker material than the legs. The gusset or crotch is also a stronger material, sometimes made of cotton. The legs of the pantyhose are made of the thinniest material which has a consistent construction down to the toes, which may be reinforced to guard against wear. However, a constant complaint of pantyhose is that they ‘run’ or tear frequently, which ensures the wearers must constantly purchase new pairs.
Availability Of Pantyhose
Pantyhose are available in a wide range of styles. The sheerness of the garment, expressed as a numerical ‘denier’/dtex’’, ranges from 3 (extremely rare, very thin, barely visible) to 20 (standard sheer) up to 30 (semi opaque).
Where To Buy Pantyhose
They are sold in a variety of colours and textures (patterns). In business wear, the texture is usually neutral and the most common shades are beige, gray, white, and blacks, while fashion styles popular among younger women include a wide range of colours and textures.
Are Pantyhose Part of a Lingerie?
Panty hose are part of the lingerie wardrobe, and thus a turn-on for many men when they see them on the wearer. Styles which are shiny, silky, and sheer-to-waist are attractive to many men their alluring qualities even triggering pseudo-transvestic feelings about this most feminine item of women’s clothing.
