Nylon fiber was first introduced to the public at the New York
World’s Fair in 1939. The first thing nylon was used for was
nylon stockings in 1940. Women liked the nylon stockings because
they were as pretty as the silk stockings they had previously
worn and they lasted much longer. The nylon stockings also dried
much faster than silk after they were washed.
Nylon stockings were scarce during WWII because all available
nylon was needed in the war effort. A lot of nylon was used in
making parachutes. Production of nylon stockings started up
again at the end of WWII.
A new trend in stockings was started in the 1960′s with the
introduction of pantyhose. Until the introduction of pantyhose,
stockings had to be worn with garter belts or girdles. The
stockings were held up with clasps attached to the girdle or
garter belt. Today, pantyhose are available in a multitude of
styles. These stockings come in sheer, ultra sheer, nude, sandal
toe, and reinforced toe. Some pantyhose come with built in body
shaping and control tops to trim and smooth the tummy, rear, and
hips. Women can even buy an anti-cellulite pantyhose. These
stockings promise to reduce cellulite appearance by using micro
beads imbedded into the fabric. Results are visible after four
weeks. The beads remain effective for five washings. The
stockings firm and tone legs for a sleeker look.
Nylon stockings come in a wide variety of colors and are also
available as anklets, knee highs and thigh highs. Support hose
are even available for those women who need some relief from the
pain of vericose veins. These stockings are designed to relieve
pain caused by varicose veins by relieving the pressure of the
stocking against the leg. No part of the leg gets too much or
too little pressure.
Many women enjoy sexy thigh high stockings. Some stockings need
a garter belt to stay in place, while others use a knit in
elastic or grip to help them stay snug against the thigh. Women
can choose to wear fishnet thigh high stockings or ones with
lace tops, or even ones with back seams running down the back of
the leg.
Nylon stockings are an essential accessory to every woman’s
wardrobe. Go ahead and try some of the new and exciting styles
available today!