Hate Pantyhose? Try Thigh High Hose Instead
Enjoy More Fashion Options with Comfortable Hosiery Choices
Nov 1, 2009
Some women simply detest panty hose and for a variety of reasons. For some ladies (especially those who are short waisted), panty hose feel uncomfortable with the high waist design. Other women dislike the pressure of elastic around the waist. Still others find that pantyhose encourage yeast infections, since pantyhose generally do not allow much air flow.
Don’t Let Pantyhose Rule Out Dresses and Other Leg Baring Outfits
Many women who have an aversion to pantyhose simply shift over to pants outfits, which are fine but are limiting especially when selecting business or party clothes. While there are some nice pant style outfits available, there are so many more outfits that would be elegant, professional of fun but do call for some type of leg covering for a finished look.
Panty Hose Alternatives
There are a number of alternatives to pantyhose, but many of the options are sportier. For example, cotton leggings may be more comfortable and breathable but don’t generally compliment a dressy outfit.
For business, church, and party leg wear, thigh high hose offer the look of pantyhose without the key concerns or issues women note when it comes to pantyhose. Thigh high hose simply come up high on the thigh and prevent the stuffed, tight, or pinched feeling with the more body covering style of hose with a top panty option, and also thigh high hose reduce the chances of developing yeast infections.
Types of Thigh High Hose
There are loads of styles when it comes to thigh high hose, but there are really just two basic types. One type of thigh high hose is designed to be worn like long socks, and the band at the top holds the high highs in place. The second type requires a garter belt.
The stay-up thigh high hose are generally the most popular, because no extra under-gear is required. Simply slide up the thigh high hosiery and a woman is ready to head out the door. Fit is critical though, as the bands can be too tight and cause discomfort. And, a loose fit may mean that the hose creep down during the course of the day.
Gone are the days of the old, industrial panty girdles to hold thigh high hose in place. Garter belts today are cute and come in a variety of styles much like underwear for ladies but just a waist piece with clips to attach to hose to keep them up and in place. Garter belts may hit at the waist, belly button, or hug the hips. This provides women with different body shapes or preferences a good range of choices.
Styles in Thigh High Hose
The selection of thigh high hose has increased dramatically in recent years. Companies have recognized and responded to the market.
There are very traditional looking skin toned thigh high hosiery as well as vanity styles like fishnet. Some thigh high brands offer very basic thigh bands while others feature lace and bows.
Pricing on Thigh High Hose
As with pantyhose, thigh high hosiery comes in a range of prices. These closely parallel hose in the panty-style hose market. Thigh highs can range from a few dollars to over $50 depending on the materials used and the style offerings.
One bonus with thigh high hose is that a hose run means that only half the investment price is down the drain. It’s wise to buy a couple of sets in a brand so that one ruined thigh high does not void the entire investment. Just rotate the undamaged thigh high hosiery in with a rotation with others that match and are in good condition.
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