Showing posts with label silk. Show all posts
Showing posts with label silk. Show all posts

Monday, 24 June 2013

Bridal Hosiery







What lingerie is best for under the wedding dress?


“Nude toned lingerie is always best under a wedding dress. Girls often think that if they’re wearing a white dress that they should also wear white lingerie – but it can show under lightweight fabric so it’s always best to go for a natural nude tone. Our peach Glamourshapewear is a big favourite for brides as it looks seductive but is made from strong power-mesh and contains spiral steel boning to enhance your curves in comfort. Darker skin tones have been neglected in the lingerie world and although we are working on a chocolate lingerie range in the meantim

“Don’t wear nylon stockings if you’re hoping for hot weather, silk will let your skin breathe and stop any unpleasant odours when your husband pulls them off with his teeth.”


“To stop your garter falling down during the service, make sure it’s nice and tight and wear it just above the knee, your kneecap acts as an obstacle on its way to the floor, do tuck a gorgeous little hipflask of Hendricks Gin into it, to calm your nerves before the service and cheekily share with your husband before the speeches!”

“Most brides opt for dresses that are very fitted at the top so a corset is a great choice that is also a very special and unique item so perfect for the wedding night, but some women will find them too uncomfortable to wear especially if they’ve never worn one before. A lightly boned basque might be better for these women as it provides gentle sculpting without actually ‘squeezing’ and there are plenty of options available both with and without straps, depending on the kind of dress the bride will be wearing.”



“Don’t assume that just because it looks gorgeous on the hanger and indeed gorgeous on you, that it will look right underneath your dress or outfit.  Don’t leave it until your big day to find out that it doesn’t.”






Whether you're a blushing bride-to-be, or just love the look of the intricate lace, spoil yourself with the Charnos Bridal thigh highs. They are available in 10 denier, and in a delicate shade of ivory, or a more natural champagne shade with an ivory band, and offer the complete finishing touch to your special look. Flatlock seams, a sheer toe with run resist guard and a silicone backed band ensures a flawless feel. Look lovely on your special day - or on any day for that matter

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One of our best-sellers, the Falke 41511 Seidenglatt 15 luxury lace top stockings are for lovers of an ultra-feminine look. With an invisibly reinforced ladder-resist toe with soft seam, the stockings have a hint of elastane to give effortless stretch when slipping on for a romantic occasion. The mother-of-pearl sheen on a 15 denier leg in black, white, off-white or powder, is offset by a pretty soft lace top band. Enchanting stockings for a special evening


Get luxury for legs with the Rive Gauche 100% silk thigh highs. When handling these, you will soon know that they are of superior quality, and will want to slip into them for a special occasion. Cervin's high hosiery standards remain - reinforced heel and toe, fully shaped legs and a great fit with minimum stretch. Finished with a deep ornate lace top, you can choose between sexy black or pure white. Worth every penny for the glamour they provide.


Ultra-luxury fine net (tulle) stockings with a unique and delicate lace. They're expensive but gorgeous in a choice of black or the bridal-inspired white silk.



Genuine 100% nylon non-stretch fully reinforced heel and toe (RHT) stockings made on the original vintage machinery. They're made from the same classic yarn as the Eleganti fully fashioned stockings, but they're seamless





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How to Get Thigh High Tights to Stay Up

There are many advantages to wearing thigh-high tights: they are less restrictive than full pantyhose, allow more ventilation and are quicker to put on in the morning, to name a few. Unfortunately, there is also a well-known disadvantage to these fashion accessories: it can be difficult to get thigh-high tights to stay up, and stockings rolling down the knee are unsightly. Yet there are solutions to this problem. Follow these steps to keep your thigh-highs up.
erify that your thigh-high tights of choice match your necessary measurements. Thigh-highs that are too big may never stay up. Although sizes are not standardized, individual packs generally have a guideline on the packaging, based on measurements; usually these measurements include height and weight, though waist and hip size may also be included. Use this as a reference guide and buy the size that fits your body best.
Purchase thigh-high tights with elastic at the top. The elastic serves as a grip function, securing the stockings to your leg. Test the band with your hand for reliability. It should easily stretch at least as far as the circumference of your leg (judge this by sight), but not too much farther beyond that. A band with high elasticity is best; and, if you are shopping in plus-sizes, you may want to opt for a thicker band, as it will be more secure.





Use a garter to secure the tops of the thigh-high tights when wearing them. Though garters vary in style, modern variants usually contain at least these two components: a belt, which you should secure across your waist, and four to six straps falling midway down your thigh, with clips at the end. Fasten each of the clips to the tops of your thigh-highs, taking care to space them out equally.


How to Wear a Garter Belt & Thigh High Hose

Garter belts have been worn throughout history for the practical purpose of keeping up thigh-high hose. They are a small belt piece usually made out of satin or lace. Garter bands, which are often seen at weddings, are another way to hold up thigh-high hose. Today, pantyhose has evolved into a garment that can be worn without the help of a garter belt. Now, most garter belts are worn as decorative and sexy pieces of lingerie.



Pull up the garter belt until it's around your hips. The belt should fit snugly, but not create extra bulges. You want the elastic suspenders to be hanging down.
Put on the thigh-high hose. Pull them up to your thighs.
 Take each clip at the end of each elastic suspender of the garter belt, and attach each to the top of the thigh-high hose. If the garter belt has alligator clips, it can attach to any type of hose. If the garter belt has button attachments, it will only go with hose that is compatible with the buttons.











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Sunday, 9 June 2013

Every day day for tights






"Fashion Advice on How to Buy & Wear Womens Hosiery"


Whether it's your party, office or everyday outfit, fashion hosiery will definitely take your outfit up a notch or two!

I just love how it adds a fun and trendy look to any outfit. Select among a vast and exciting array of womens hosiery - from fashion stockings to leggings, pantyhose and tights, and in various prints, textures, fabrics and colors. 


If you want to keep yourself covered all-year-around and get the most out of your money, I recommend that you first secure hosiery in simple, versatile styles and colors to cover all occasions as well as major daily activities.
Examples are: Sheer pantyhose and stockings without any fancy or complicated details. The color should be neutral such as black and nude! In this way, you'll be able to wear them with the rest of your wardrobe without worrying about if they match, as well as you'll always have something versatile to cover up your legs with for every occasion. 




  • Sheer pantyhose (and stockings if you prefer their practicality) in black and skin color
  • Black tights for your Fall outfits. Add wool tights if needed
  • Black leggings for your long tunic tops and slightly too-short dresses
  • Socks in black and skin color (for your dress pants outfits)



Stretch Your Style Envelope

After securing the hosiery basics, it's time to build on them based on your major daily activities (work, casual evenings, traveling, parties, etc.) and personal style.
For example if you've secured basic sheer pantyhose in black and nude, you can stretch your comfort zone with a pair of lace tights or sheer tights with black polkadots and/or vertical stripes. Try fashion leggings in various textures and finishes such as faux leather and lace.

Select the Right Fashion Hosiery Fabric

To help you select the right style, let's take a look at some of the basic terminology on hosiery fabric: 

Nylon

Nylon is man-made with a durable material thread, known for its resistance, dimensional stability, elasticity and easy washing characteristics. 

Silk

And then there's silk which is the most elastic thread and also boasts of smoothness, strength, and luster. It's a natural fiber which lets the skin breathe and is ideal for warmer weathers. 

Lycra

I recommend that you take note of the percentage of Lycra or Elastan(e) when shopping for hosiery. They're both high-quality fibers that are woven into tights to give a better fit and finish to the garment. And not least, they're comfier!
The amount of Elastane of Lycra used in hosiery vary between manufacturer. Generally cheaper hosiery will contain less Elastane or Lycra ( 2% to 5%) than more expensive brands commonly containing 10% to 30%. 
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Understand How "Denier" Works

Ultra Sheer: less than 10 denier 
It gives the appearance of bare legs. Perfect for summertime without making your legs and butt sweat in the hot weather. Ultra sheer hosiery is subtle and very elegant. 

Sheer: 10 - 20 denier 
It is stronger than ultra sheer with a similar look and must be the reason why it's the most popular denier range. Sheer evens out the appearance of your legs. Practical for everyday wear and looks elegant for evening. 

Semi-opaque: 25- 35 denier 
It's stronger and longer lasting than sheer. Still elegant for dressy occasions (you can still see your legs through the weave). Warmer than sheer, but not yet opaque. 

Opaque: 40 denier ++ 
Very durable and long lasting, practical for everyday wear. Very warm, ideal when you want to wear a skirt in cold weather. It completely covers the leg, so you cannot see your skin through the weave. 


ELSA

Ultra sheer 15 denier microfibre pantyhose with a raised pattern that's just "crazy" with style. Pattern to waist, sheer toes, fully boarded, flat seams, cotton gusset. Made in Spain.


How to Wear Fashion Hosiery

There are several ways to wear hosiery - from creating a fashion statement, looking trendy or for that alluring feel and vibe that attracts the opposite sex.
If you don't want to draw too much attention (like for special occasions and office work wear), you can never go wrong with basic sheer hosiery in black or nude. They're simple but styled right, you'll immediately boost your sex appeal.
However if you want to have fun with fashion and create a statement, experiment with splashy colors, prints and textures. 

Look Classy-Chic

For a classy but casual-chic ensemble, pair your denim pencil skirt with black sheer pantyhose, a pretty dressy blouse and a pair of ankle booties. Top it off with a tailored blazer for an ultra-polished but fun & flirty look. 
                                                                   Wolford tights


Kunert tights


Trendy & Money-Saving

Flow easily from Summer to Fall by wearing your shorts and skirts with semi-opaque tights or thigh high socks. 

Thicker hosiery is great for dresses too. Make your outfit more Winter-like by adding knits (knit sweater, knit scarf, etc.). You'll get the most out of your leg-baring clothes and at the same time achieve a trendy, layered look! 

Create a Fashion Statement

Want to show off your fearless and in-the-minute sense of style? Try a pair of print or textured tights with a sweater! 

I'm not a fan of loud and trendy leggings, so I stick to the chic and alluring but on-the-edge fashion hosiery such as faux leather leggings or lace tights. 

More Tips on Buying Fashion Hosiery

  • In the summer, consider investing in footless tights or knee high stockings.
  • When buying thigh-high stockings, include a pair of garter belts. You'll feel extra sexy!
  • If you'll be working in hosiery all day choose ones with reinforced toes for exatra comfort and durability.




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