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The right pair of silk stockings is able to do wonders to your legs appearance, making them look longer and wonderful from any angle. A pair of silk stockings will offer you a daring, mysterious, sensual and elegant feel to your whole look. The question that bugs the mind of silk stocking enthusiasts is how you take care of them so that it will last for a longer period of time.

Bear in mind that pure silk is a natural fabric. Ivory is the natural color that it comes from. When you buy silk stockings of other colors like red, black or beige, they have most likely been undergone through a dyeing process. When you wash them for the first time, it is inevitable that some dye will be lost in the washing.

To avoid snags from occurring, use gloves during the washing process to avoid the silk stocking material from getting caught to your finger nails. Remember that the best time to wash your silk stockings is as soon as after your last wear as perspiration is the silk’s number one enemy. Use only a mild liquid detergent specially formulated for hand washing of delicate fabrics.

Check that the detergent does not contain bleaching agents which is also called oxidizing agents, enzymes or optical brighteners. Avoid powder detergents as they contain bleach. Bleach weakens silk fibres and changes the color. To avoid shrinkage, wash at low temperatures. If your silk stockings have laces, do no attempt to iron on them as fine mesh can melt easily. Never dry your delicate silk stockings in direct sunlight as sunlight has a bleaching effect that can cause the color of you silk stockings to fade.

Take good care of your silk stockings and you will be amazed at how long they can last.

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The history of silk stockings goes back in time when majority of women believed that silk stockings added a certain luxury that was associated with middle class dressing which gave birth to the classic and royal look.

Marilyn Monroe and Queen Elizabeth are famous people who became big fans. Today this fashion item is making a comeback as an erotic icon as well as for pure glamorous accessory. Earlier, only skin color was preferred but as production, demand and sense of style evolve overtime colors like beige and brown became popular.

While women this era has experience so much change and freedom for their gender, most forget that the silk stockings marked the beginning of a more liberated feminist look back in history. Visible silk-clad legs with increase use of make up in the younger women were evident in younger women who were optimistic about the future and exuded high self-confidence.

Today, the soft and sensual 100% silk stockings should not be missing from any woman’s wardrobe. Nothing beats the feeling of sensuousness by slipping into a pair of pure silk stockings to match with an elegant dress on your wedding day or other special intimate occasions.

Silk stockings are not as sheer as nylon stockings as the silk yarn used to make them is heavier. But don’t worry as these silk stockings are extremely shiny and will give your legs a lovely luminous glow.

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Reinforced Heel and Toe (RHT) stockings are fully fashioned stockings that are reminiscent of the days of pin-up poster girls of the 1950’s. The genuine RHT stockings have external seam from the welt reaching to the toe for extra definition. The heel and toe part of the stockings are sewn in a way that the material are folded over giving off the reinforced heel and toe appearance thereby the name.

Remember to add garter belt in your list if you are buying RHT stockings as they are held in place by it. If garter belts are too just less desirable for you, look for RHT stockings that use the “stay-up” technology whereby the inside of the top of the stockings has silicone band that keeps your stockings from slipping down your thighs.

When it comes to stockings basically there are many colors that you can choose from, so know what you want. Just make sure that you buy the ones that are of your unique size as they are made in many different sizes to satisfy the needs of stocking lovers. Either with seams or without, the RHT stockings unfailingly is very retro stylish and will definitely spice up your fashion sense.

Pay attention to the denier number when you are out buying these classic RHT stockings. If durability is what you are aiming for, a higher denier number will ensure more durable stockings but it will be less sheer. Low denier ensures that the RHT stockings are sheerer. Get ready to show off your elegance and classic fashion taste by wearing them to special functions as you will be turning heads.

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Cuban heel stockings are unique and stylish as the heel of the stocking is made with folded over and sewn reinforcement. The intricate designs on the sole and heel of the stockings make them great to wear especially for special occasions giving your appearance a seductive alluring touch.

When shopping for Cuban heel stockings, pay attention to the material. Vintage style nylon yarn is wonderful as it is not squishy like the current modern versions of the stockings. The properties of the yarn that you look for when you decide to buy these special stockings should be silky and sheer with a crisp feel that is the trademark of vintage stockings.

Cuban heel stockings that use good quality crisp yarn make the stocking experience much desirable. This is because it limits or eliminates issues such as snags and pulls which may make them longer lasting than that of other material used. Pay extreme detail to the specific yarns that are used as any delicate ultra sheer stocking can snag and run, but a quality yarn will ensure you the highest durability.

Many styles are available when you’re eyeing for that Cuban heel stockings. Usually they are designed with back keyhole which is the hole that is present at the back of the stocking welt, a really classic vintage detail. You may choose from a variety of colors, nude with a dramatic black seam, black jet with black seam to nude with nude seam. As always, garter belts can be added to perfect the mysterious retro look that these unique Cuban heel stockings offer.

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Sweat is the enemy of silk. When perspiration comes into contact with your vintage stockings after use, the most important thing to do is to wash them after each wearing in order to limit time duration when sweat is exposed to the delicate material.

Make sure the water that is used to wash them is luke-warm about 95 too 100 Fahrenheit, mixed with some Borax or commercial softeners. Before dipping in the stockings create rich suds with mild soap. Immerse the turned-inside-out stockings in the sud-filled water but try not to rub soap on them directly. Gently dip them up and down to avoid undesirable stretch.

To extract water out of the vintage stockings, squeeze them gently from the top to bottom. Care to be taken not to slide your hands roughly down the stockings. A nice light squeeze is enough. Avoid wring them out or twisting harshly on the stockings.

Dip and rinse the soapy stockings into a clean soap-free lukewarm water to remove traces of soap. This is then followed by gentle squeezes to extract the water.

Finally, prepare the stockings to be hanged for drying by stretching them lightly into shape. Hang them over a smooth rod that is away from excessive heat, feet down. By following these steps religiously, you can fight the odds of time for longer lasting vintage stockings and maybe add a few years to them along the way!

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Historically silk stockings were usually worn several pairs at a time in cold weather.  When boots came into fashion, they protect the silk stockings that were worn underneath. After World War II, nylon stockings became fashionable in the 1940’s whereby on 15 May on the same year, four million stockings were sold in just four days.

Today, whether we choose to buy silk or nylon vintage stockings, our natural personal preference leads the decision.  Back in the day, only those who are extremely wealthy can afford silk stockings. Today, just about anybody can purchase a pair of silk vintage stockings to add a feel of luxury in their lives. If you love the feel of soft delicate silk that wraps around your legs, silk stockings it is.

For a very romantic night out, donning a pair of silk stockings is a special way to say that the occasion is special to you. By mixing up a little silk apparel to your outfit, your partner will sense an aura of sensuality about you. This will definitely spice up the night as you get comfortable with your sensual side.

As for stockings that are of nylon material, they are most seductive to wear with their back-seam design. Various styles are available for nylon vintage stockings for ladies who want to go for a very sexy and enticing look. Garter belts are used around the waist with extensions that are clipped on to the top of stockings make nylon stockings very retro classic. As nylon material is much cheaper than silk, it would be economical to pick them over silk allowing you to be stylish even on a tight budget.

Silk or nylon-based, vintage stockings are made for those who are not afraid to add a little retro classic touch to their fashion taste. Try both to know which one works the best for you.

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When shopping for fully fashioned vintage stockings, where do we draw our lines? Do we choose for the seductive in-your-face seamed stockings or do we go for the much subtler fashion statement by choosing those that are seamless?

Seamless vintage stockings are created using a circular knitting machine that shapes them by tightening the stitches, while seamed ones are made with two flat silk or nylon materials to produce a back seam that runs up behind the leg.

To make a choice whether to get them with or without seams, find out if you are planning to wear them regularly during work hours or are they for specific special occasions. Seamless vintage stockings are great to use to complement your office attire as they are not as distracting as the seamed ones that call for sometimes, unnecessary attention.

But if you are working in the fashion industry, there is nothing wrong with choosing seamed vintages over the seam-free. Or if your fashion style is much more aggressive and seamed ones suit your taste, you can always go ahead with your choice. It’s really up to the individual at the end of the day.

If your idea of buying vintage stockings is to match them up with a sexy lingerie, the best choice would be the seamed stockings as they are super sexy and allow for a retro classy touch whilst being intimate. For office wear that demands seriousness or has limitations on the kind of style to your outfit, vintage stockings without seams are the better choice. They provide you a subtle retro classic appearance without pushing too hard while allowing you to look professional with style.

Ultimately, choices of whether to have them with seams or without seams do not affect the kind of retro classic look that they offer to its users. The ultra seductive allure of vintage stockings still gives women the highest fashion satisfaction.

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When buying Vintage Stockings, it is important to understand what  “Denier” means. “Denier” is “a measure of the thickness of one thread of nylon, which determines the level of opacity.

The lower the number in denier, the finer the yarn, and thus the more silky the stocking will feel and the more sheer the stocking. For example, a 10 Denier is much silkier because they are finer and have more sheer over a 30 Denier.

What a good denier is really is a personal preference. If you like silky and sheer stockings, go for a low denier. But as they are finer, they are also more delicate and prone to runs. As for Vintage Seamed Stockings, the seams are less visible on low denier stockings.

For those who have spots on the leg, higher denier would be a better choice. They hold up better and the seams are more visible on the heavier stockings.

A stocking website states that 6 Denier was the lowest denier nylon ever produced for stockings. It was exhibited in London in 1956 at the Nylon fair. I believe that piece of information is outdated. You can find 5 Denier vintage stockings easily nowadays. 5 Denier are available on the internet, look for Ultra Sheer stockings from brands such as Aristoc and Pretty Polly.

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Collecting Vintage Seamed Stockings

Vintage stockings with seam are a great investment for any lady.  They will make you feel sexy and alluring.  It will also lend an air of sophistication to your outfit. Paired with a classic pump or sandal, they are the perfect accessory.  These  stockings can be found in specialty lingerie stores on the Internet.

Vintage seamed stockings are well made and durable and will last a long time with proper care.  Match them with a six or eight strap garter belt to complete the look.  You can find vintage seamed stockings in black or tan to go with formal outfits or even business dresses and skirts.  Collect several pairs of these stockings in different colors so you have them available for every occasion.

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Using online auctions to purchase seamed stockings is a great way to save some money. This is especially true when purchasing vintage stockings. But in order to save the maximum amount of money on vintage stockings and seamed stockings, you should know how to bid on them most effectively.

First, research the available seamed stockings and vintage stockings that are being auctioned to ensure they are quality. Next, make sure you know the comparable prices in your local retail stores and online. Also, set a budget for yourself and do not go over it. Finally, wait until the auction is almost complete before bidding so you can ensure nobody outbids you.

With those methods you can save significant amounts of money on seamed stockings. You can even start your vintage stocking collection at a greatly reduced cost.

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