Hosiery Marketing – from the 1950’s to today
A collection of vintage hosiery ads – pantyhose, nylons and stockings from the 1950’s, 60’s 70’s, and 80’s. Continue Reading
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favorite hosiery
Like wine, hosiery can be one of life’s finer pleasures. A luxury, a sensual indulgence – sure, you don’t need it, but… you really should treat yourself. Here are five criteria I consider when I evaluate hosiery…. Fit… Feel … Look … cost … Longevity… Continue Reading
Are these for you?
My objective is to get in, survey the situation, make a buy, and get out unrecognized. …and hopefully enjoy the moment. Temporarily camped out in the luggage section, I have plotted out my path: On the far side of the… Continue Reading
Threads – the latest company to attempt “pantyhose for men”
Yet another hosiery company has discovered one of the great secrets of our society: there are a lot of men out there who love to wear ladies things. Continue Reading
Keep it weird, go clear
“Keep it weird, dude. Keep it weird.” I was preparing for an important moment and my friend Jeff was giving me some unwittingly sage advice. My attire for this debut moment was going to be an important choice. Should I… Continue Reading
Junius Paul
Junius Paul Chicago jazz bassist Junius Paul transposes the jazz ethos of improvisation into his clothing: Junius wears tights. Check out his images – the alchemy of jazz permeates his personal style. He’s created a look that is all… Continue Reading
Review: Philippe Matignon Jade sheer tights
Maybe it was swanky signature logo on the packaging that set up my high expectations for the Philippe Matignon Jade pantyhose. Maybe it was the rumor that this style is Kate Middleton’s favorite (the Duchess is known for her penchant… Continue Reading Continue Reading
Review: Kunert Blue sheer tights
Pantyhose made out of garbage? From Germany? Yes, and they are wonderful. German hosiery maker Kunert is the first to make pantyhose from ECONYL® yarn, which is produced from recycled textile waste and old nylon fishing nets recovered from the… Continue Reading Continue Reading
Review: Kunert Chinchillan 20 sheer tights
Today’s review marks my first experience with German hosiery maker Kunert. A friend assured me that I would enjoy them – she was not mistaken. I’ve worn them out on two rigorous occasions: a busy party, and a day at work in… Continue Reading Continue Reading