How to choose pantyhose?

Women's pantyhose is one of the most important inventions of fashion, which, in addition to warming in the cold season, gives femininity and sexuality. For many girls, pantyhose is considered an integral part of the dress code, and someone helps to emphasize the style and figure. This kind of women's clothing is not key, but a mistake in choosing can ruin the whole outfit. But if you pick up tights correctly, they will emphasize the image and give sexuality and charm. In this often pantyhose delivers a lot of inconvenience to its owner. What is only worth the puff or hole, so many women wear a spare pair in the purse in case the first fails.

The modern range of hosiery products is incredibly large, and it can sometimes take a long time to choose the right size, color, quality and type of tights. How to choose pantyhose and what to wear?- the main question, the answer to which every woman must know, and which we will consider in this article.

But first let's go back to the history of tights. Surely many women wondered: where did the much needed attribute of the women's wardrobe come from?

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A bit of history about pantyhose

Pantyhose for women appeared in the 40s in the USA, and in 20 years - in the USSR.Stockings are considered to be the precursors of tights - they were used almost 400 years before the appearance of the first pantyhose. In the late fifties of the twentieth century mini-skirts were introduced into fashion, under which it was difficult to wear stockings.

Important! Classic fashion - Mary Kuant, who went down in history as the founder of mini, pushed the industry to mass production of tights, without which now no modern girl can manage.

In 1959, US resident Allen Gahn tried to make lingerie with stockings - so were pantyhose. The first to wear such a product was the dancer Anne Miller, who used them during her performances.

The new garment quickly won an incredible popularity among ladies, but because of their scarcity, only women of a noble family could afford such luxury.

In Soviet times, during the reign of Brezhnev, women's tights were very rare. It was very difficult to get them, and to receive such a gift - incredible happiness. In those days, women did not attach much importance to color and density, as there was not much choice on the market. Today we have a wide range of such products, respectively - in addition, we get a lot of questions and problems when choosing. Now about everything in order to simplify this task for you.

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How to choose the right size?

Women's tights, like other wardrobe clothes, are made for standard figures. Quite often, women do not attach much importance to size, holding the view that they are still stretching, or choose a large size - so as not to squeeze. This opinion is erroneous, since if tights are small, then some discomfort will be felt, they will constantly slide, and periodic pulling can lead to the appearance of holes and arrows.

If you buy pantyhose one or two sizes larger, they will necessarily stretch above the waist, and under the knee and ankle, folds will be visible, which looks quite unattractive.

Each package is provided with a table showing the size and height of the woman. To choose the right tights of your size:

1. Find the marks in the table that match your weight and height and draw along the line.
2. The intersection point of the two lines is the size you need.
3. If the point coincides with the dividing line between the two sizes, the next size must be selected.

Important! Each brand has its own size criteria, so when buying a new pair always pay attention to the table indicated on the package.

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Types of pantyhose by density

In addition to the correct size, you must also choose the density. It is also indicated on the packaging and is measured in "den."Often, they are easy to see on the package - you need to find a designation in the form of "DEN" or "den", which will mean the density of the fabric. So, the more "DEN", ​​the denser the product will be. Depending on the season and what you need tights for - daily socks or a solemn event, you can choose one of these options:

• Thick( 50-200 DEN) - high density products that are designed for the cold season. They are the most durable, with a careful toe can serve even a few seasons. In their composition they contain wool and cotton. You can wear them both under trousers, and with a skirt. Their price is much higher than conventional pantyhose, but they are wonderful to protect a woman from the cold. The degree of density and color depends on the woman's preference and taste.
• Medium( 20-40 DEN).This species is in great demand among women. Such pantyhose will suit both for the autumn-spring season, and for a cool summer. On the shelves of stores a huge assortment of products of this density is presented. You can choose with different colors and patterns.
• Thin( 10-15 DEN) - designed for hot weather. They are almost invisible on their feet, so they can be worn on a daily basis, preferably with light clothing.
• Ultra-thin( 5-10 DEN) - the most thin pantyhose. They are relevant at various events, festive meetings or just in hot weather. However, products of this density are very impractical, because they can quickly break.

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Types of pantyhose and color

In order not to spoil your appearance and the image chosen by you in general, you need to match the color of tights to your clothes correctly. Pantyhose should be in the tone of the chosen outfit or at a tone lighter than the clothes, but in the shoe tone.

Given the wide range of tights, any woman should be able to correctly choose the color, size and style for her figure, clothes and style. About age, too, do not forget.

Consider the most common options for tights that are in demand with women:

• Solid kapron pantyhose of flesh-colored color is a universal thing for any woman's wardrobe. They easily fit in both everyday life, and in a festive or business outfit. There are several colors and types that can differ in their density.
• Pantyhose with a pattern - ideal for short dresses or skirts. There are a lot of models with ornaments, and they all look very impressive, but only if you have smooth and beautiful legs.
• Openwork pantyhose - a serious weapon of temptation. However, such an effect can only be obtained with proper selection. With such pantyhose, a classic romantic dress or a black short skirt looks perfect. These pantyhose should not be combined with business, casual or sportswear. In addition, delicate products will look good on flawless legs. Weave and patterns emphasize as all the beautiful curves of the legs, and their shortcomings.
• Colored pantyhose - recommended for young young ladies. They must be combined with the color of shoes and other clothes.
• Mesh pantyhose - appropriate only in the warm season, but combine with sundresses and airy dresses is not worth it. It goes well with a leather, denim or suede skirt.

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Why wear pantyhose?

When choosing pantyhose, you should pay attention to what kind of attire you are going to wear them. Here are several combinations:

• Black pantyhose - look good with festive outfits, and with everyday. They are considered universal, since they are suitable for all clothes of dark color, less often bright. Together with this pantyhose of black tones should approach the shoes.
• Gray pantyhose - can be attributed to the classic. They, as well as black, fit well with the women's wardrobe. Although such pantyhose should be carefully compared with shoes of black color - this image may seem a bit strange.
• Body, light pantyhose - fit almost any shoe and any along.
• Pantyhose with a pattern - will create a bright, beautiful image. If the pattern on pantyhose is large, then be prepared that it will slightly fill your legs. On store shelves a huge selection of such pantyhose is presented, so what to wear with them will depend on the pattern, color of clothes and the taste of the woman.
• Color pantyhose - it is better to combine with a black or dark top. They can be worn by young girls with beautiful, even legs. A good solution would be if, together with bright pantyhose, pick up accessories or clothes of the same color. This style will be appropriate for parties or other fashion events.
• Openwork and tights-net - look good with a pencil skirt, leather or suede miniskirts, short shorts. Such options are appropriate at parties, romantic dinners with a loved one.

Important! In addition to the above types of tights, on sale you can find others that women use more rarely. To such kinds it is possible to carry modeling, correcting tights for pregnant women or medical, which should be used for varicose veins.

In addition, modern manufacturers have begun to produce flavored types of this wardrobe, but their price is much higher than usual. And they are not always appropriate.

Now you will definitely figure out what you should buy, and what kind of linen is best left on the counter. Remember that all elements of the image should be harmoniously combined, and select the color of tights to the main along, and not vice versa.