What are pantyhose?

Pantyhose, also known as stockings, tights, stockings or stockings, are garments that tightly cover the body from the waist to the feet. Most pantyhose are specially designed for women. In the United States, pantyhose means a combination of shorts and stockings (pantyhose = panty hose), usually with no other underwear underneath. In the UK they are called tights.

Thickness of pantyhose

Generally, the unit for measuring the knitting thickness of pantyhose on the market is called "Denier" (Chinese translated as "Daniel"), which also extends the definition of pantyhose. The visibility of socks is their opacity. Denier is a unit of fineness, and the number of grams per 9,000 meters of fiber is called Denier. Pantyhose with a denier number of 3 are extremely thin and almost completely transparent; pantyhose with a denier number of 20 are standard thickness pantyhose; pantyhose with a denier number of less than 10 are translucent pantyhose; those with a denier number greater than 30 pantyhose are opaque and have the thickest thickness.

The material of pantyhose

Like stockings, pantyhose are made of many materials, including cotton, nylon, wool blends, etc.

Pantyhose made of nylon or spandex retain their original elasticity and shaping properties. However, nylon is a material that is relatively easy to break, and it is very common for it to break when scratched against sharp objects. Pantyhose made of cotton and cotton-wool blends are more effective in keeping warm.

Standard pantyhose production standards are that the uppermost part (waist) is very elastic, and the part covering the buttocks is thicker than the legs (except for some dance pantyhose). The crotch bottom is also made of stronger material, usually cotton. The legs and feet, all the way to the toes, are made of the thinnest weave, with thick knots and patches at the toes.

Purchasing of pantyhose

When buying pantyhose, you need to pay attention to the DEN value on the package. DEN is the unit of fineness. The DEN is weighed in grams of fiber per 9000 meters. , generally 40-60DEN are spring and autumn socks, and above 60DEN are winter socks. The content of Lycra is usually indicated on the packaging. The higher the content of Lycra, theoretically the socks will have better elasticity, resilience, color and breathability. In addition, when choosing pantyhose, you should also pay attention to the size. For ladies under 165 cm tall, the total length of pantyhose should be no less than 80 cm; for ladies between 165 and 175 cm tall, the total length of pantyhose should be no less than 85 cm; for ladies over 175 cm tall, the total length of pantyhose should be no less than 80 cm. The length should be no less than 90 cm, otherwise the tension will be too great, affecting its sturdiness. Finally, pay attention to the product instructions. The fiber composition of pantyhose should contain 80% to 85% nylon and 15% to 20% spandex. This will have good stretch elasticity and good bursting strength.

Protection and washing of pantyhose

Pantyhose are soft and delicate. If you accidentally touch rough or sharp things, they will be scratched or pulled, causing An unsightly tear, so the protection of pantyhose is crucial.

First of all, before wearing new pantyhose, it is best to put them in the refrigerator and freezer together with the packaging for more than 24 hours, then take them out directly and defrost them naturally. Because low temperature will change the chemical properties of nylon yarn, making it much more durable.

Secondly, women should keep the inner layers of shoes flat when wearing them, especially the shoes that have the soles of the shoes, as there are often nail tips exposed and are easy to snag; stones falling into the shoes should be removed in time ; Excessively long and pointed nails on the hands and feet and rough skin on the soles of the feet are also common causes of sock snags, so nails should be trimmed when wearing socks.

Finally, for pantyhose that have been torn a little, you can dip a small drop of transparent nail polish into the hole, which can not only cover up the flaws, but also avoid further fraying.

When washing pantyhose, you should try to hand wash them in warm water. Do not throw them into the washing machine for cleaning. The ripples caused by the rapid rotation of the washing machine will cause the socks to be severely damaged, causing the socks to lose their elasticity and luster. If you want to wash them in a washing machine, it is best to put the pantyhose in a gauze mesh bag and then put them in the washing machine. If you wash by hand, avoid polishing with hard soap or rubbing with detergent. It is best to rub gently with detergent.

After washing the socks, try not to twist them too hard to avoid damaging the fibrous tissue of the pantyhose and causing damage to the pantyhose. Do not use adhesive tape to patch or sew with thread, as this will not only be ineffective but will ruin the aesthetics.

The correct way to wear pantyhose

1. Put one hand into the sock tube, pinch the heel of the sock, and turn the sock tube to the heel with the other hand.

2. Turn most of the socks over and straighten them so that your feet can easily go into the socks.

3. Put the thumbs of both hands on the inside of the socks, grasp the body of the socks with four fingers, put your feet into the socks, tighten the socks with the thumbs of both hands outwards, and pull the socks towards the ankles in coordination with the four fingers and thumbs. And put the sock heel in the correct position.

4. Turn the legs of the socks back and pull them up in sequence. After putting them on, put the socks flat against your body.

Be careful about wearing pantyhose

First of all, you should pay attention to whether the color of pantyhose is consistent with the color of fashion and shoes. Wear clothing and shoes of the same color with pantyhose of the same color. The color of the pantyhose can be slightly lighter than the color of the clothing and shoes. When wearing dark clothes, wear slightly darker pantyhose. When wearing medium-colored clothing, wear tights close to your skin tone. Do not wear dark pantyhose when wearing light-colored clothing. Such as a black skirt, black shoes and black transparent pantyhose. If the color of the shoes itself is very mixed, try to choose socks that are close to the background color of the skirt or the darker color of the shoes; colored clothes should be paired with plain socks; pantyhose with floral spots can be paired with plain clothes. Flesh-colored pantyhose are more harmonious with any color matching of clothing.

Secondly, the pantyhose should be consistent with the style of clothing and shoes. For example, formal suits should not be worn with colorful pantyhose; when wearing cheongsam or short skirts, it is best to wear flesh-colored pantyhose; when wearing thin skirts, transparent pantyhose should be worn to give people a lively and lively feeling; Large floral patterns and opaque pantyhose are suitable with flat shoes, while small patterns and transparent pantyhose are suitable with high heels. The more complex the fashion style, the more simple and refreshing the pantyhose should be.

Finally, when wearing pantyhose, do not wear "open" socks, that is, you cannot wear socks that are so short that the legs are divided into two parts. Regardless of whether it is a skirt or trousers, the hem and trouser corners should cover the toes of the socks. Do not let the toes of the socks expose the hem of the skirt to avoid losing posture. You should use garters for socks that have no elasticity, otherwise the socks will always go down, and it would be unseemly to lift up your skirt and lift your socks up frequently.

Pantyhose and health

Pantyhose are shorts and stockings connected together. The two cannot be separated, so women do not have to wear pantyhose underneath. A pair of shorts, because they have good elasticity and feel very comfortable when worn, so pantyhose are loved by many women. Pantyhose are more comfortable to wear in the cool spring and autumn, and are more suitable for wearing pantyhose in summer. They are breathable and sweat-proof.

1. Modify the legs

Some minor blemishes on the legs and Defects can be covered by stockings. In addition, the softness and smoothness of stockings can increase the beauty of the legs. Wearing stockings can give people a solemn, beautiful and elegant feeling. Therefore, female employees in many industries must wear stockings when working.

2. Sun protection

Sun protection is a concern for everyone when going out in the summer. If protective measures are not taken, it is easy for the exposed face, arms, and legs to Being sunburned by the sun, many people need to apply sunscreen and skin care products (such as sunscreen, etc.) before going out. You know, sunscreen is a chemical product that has a certain impact on the body to a certain extent. If you wear a pair of stockings on your legs, you can greatly reduce the intensity of sunlight shining on your legs and play a protective role.

3. Prevent varicose veins

People walk upright. Due to the gravity of the earth, the pressure on the leg veins is much greater than other parts of the body, so many Varicose veins are prone to occur in human legs. Artificially applying a certain external force to the legs can prevent or reduce the occurrence of varicose veins in the legs. Wearing stockings can do this.

4. Prevent edema

People who have been engaged in standing work for a long time, such as: receptionists and waiters in hotels and hotels, waiters in shopping malls, soldiers on guard; those who fly for a long time People, etc., are prone to edema due to their legs being in a lower position for a long time.

Wearing stockings is equivalent to exerting a certain amount of pressure on the legs from the outside, which can greatly reduce leg edema.

5. Keep cold and warm

When the weather is cold and you don’t want to wear too thick clothes, you can choose a pair of stockings of appropriate thickness to wear on your legs (of course you can also wear them Wear stockings under trousers), which can keep you warm from the cold and prevent your legs from becoming too bloated.

6. Prevent trousers from sticking to your body when you sweat

When wearing trousers in summer, when your legs sweat, the trousers will stick to your legs, increasing the distance between the skin and the legs. The friction between trousers brings great inconvenience to movement. If you wear a pair of smooth ultra-thin stockings under trousers, the situation will be completely different (the stockings should be highly breathable). At this time, you will feel that no matter whether your legs are sweating or not, the trousers and the skin of your legs will never stick together, and your actions will not be affected. It should be noted that the feeling of heat is basically the same when wearing thin stockings under trousers and wearing trousers directly.

7. Wear stockings if you work in an air-conditioned room for a long time

In summer, people often wear very few clothes. If you work in an air-conditioned room for a long time, you will feel It's a little cold, and over time, you're prone to arthritis, rheumatism and other diseases. Wearing a pair of stockings on your legs can reduce the occurrence of the above phenomenon.