How to choose nylon tights

Once, I put on cheap tights to run to the store. Similar to those shown in the photo. My husband puzzled me with a stupid question: why are there stripes drawn on them to mark the border of the stocking? After all, they are not tight or erotic. She began to explain something to him about the fact that the machine knits stockings using one technology and panties using another, hence, supposedly, such a border is visible. But I see that I am not convinced. But really, why are they?

Take a closer look. There is a different weave there - more durable. Please note that puffs appear less frequently in these places. Therefore, the machine that knits tights (as you rightly noted) is programmed in such a way that these “shorts,” just like the sock (where the toes are), are woven in a more reliable and durable, but less aesthetic way. I don’t remember what this type of weaving is called.

It is also worth noting that not all expensive tights have a tightening effect in the “shorts” area, and also, not all cheap tights have such a stripe. For example, cheap mesh or fishnet tights do not have such a stripe. True, they still differ from expensive ones - the material itself is unpleasant - it makes your feet itch)).

By the way, among mid-price tights there are no these stripes at all - just uniform weaving throughout all the tights.

More recently, the combination of tights and shorts was considered inappropriate. Thanks to the stylists, this ensemble has reached a new level. To look fashionable, before wearing shorts with tights, you should study the features of the trend in detail. It is important to understand the rules for combining these wardrobe items, as well as to know how to choose the right model of cropped pants from a wide variety.

Features of the fashion trend

According to stylists, combining tights and shorts is possible and necessary. Modern fashion approves of such combinations. This ensemble is supported by Hollywood stars and world fashion designers. Moderation and the right choice of clothing are important in the image. Before going out in such an outfit, you need to learn how to combine things into a single style.

When choosing tights, the density should be selected depending on the fabric of the shorts.

In the modern fashion world, mixing styles and textures is encouraged. Skirts and dresses are worn with sneakers, tight blouses are replaced with oversized ones of incredible volume. The unusual combination began to be actively promoted by famous bloggers and stars of the world stage.

It used to be that shorts were worn exclusively in the summer. Now the combination of black tight tights and cropped pants is considered universal. The optimal season for this outfit is a sunny, warm spring without rain. It is worth understanding that the combination is not suitable for everyone. It makes a short girl look squat, but looks great on tall, slender ladies.

For fans of short skirts in winter, shorts with black tights will be a worthy alternative. Things for the cold season should be warmer, and woolen tights. The top will be complemented by a thick jacket and fur vest. This style solution successfully replaces miniskirts, makes the image original and fashionable, which attracts the attention of others.

Ugly moment

Competition, as they say, serves as an incentive to improve goods, but the underlying reason for competition is often the desire of market participants to displace each other. On the so-called official website of the hidden line manufacturer the following is written:

So that you don’t strain your eyesight, we will quote what we want to draw your attention to:

And if at first headlaces were used only as a remedy for chafing the thighs, now many people wear headlaces for beauty, under dresses, skirts, shorts, or as an element of erotic lingerie.

Let us remind you: from the very beginning, the inventors of bandalettes thought through a design that would not only perform protective functions (protect the hips from chafing), but also decorate women’s legs. However, not only women's, but also men's: in the Bandelettes® assortment, many models are unisex. Therefore, the statement that initially bandages were invented exclusively “as a remedy for chafing the hips” is a distortion of facts, the purpose of which is obvious: to distinguish between bandages and headlaces in the understanding of a potential buyer, to create the opinion that bandages are only for protection, and headlaces are mainly for beauty. However, the fact that headlaces are created primarily for beauty and are not always able to protect the hips from chafing is evidenced by reviews from dissatisfied customers on Wildberries:

At first glance, it would seem to be a necessary good thing for beautiful ladies, but in fact, after application, so to speak, it turned out to be useless. I dressed in the heat and went. She was holding up well, but she rubbed her legs so badly that she just lay there all evening and couldn’t walk. The body came out through the lace and the force of friction did its job. When I was going everything was fine. But I came home and took it off and it’s terrible. I don't wear it anymore. I use dry cream. So it's money wasted.

For full legs - a little short in length. The legs still rub until they bleed below. It would be better if I bought stockings, especially since stockings are much cheaper, and then this lace top from them can simply be cut off and used in the same way as these headlaces... (((

I didn’t understand what was funny. I put it on straight away in the fitting room and went. I barely made it home, my legs were all bleeding. I will wear pantaloons again to prevent chafing. Money down the drain

They are not performing their function! All my legs were bleeding! Money wasted

At +28 and at +30 the foot does not sweat, does not rub, but one way out and a thread is torn off, then another strip with holes. I'll try to sew it up, but for 900 rubles it's a one-time purchase...surprise. They curl up a lot, slip down, I feel the elastic, but there’s no lace. That’s not it, even though the neck itself is similar

Everything was true to size and did not slip. But they did not live up to their purpose. On the very first day of not intensive wear, sedentary work, by lunchtime the poles were worn out. By the evening it stung, as if I was without them

Complete disappointment. They look good, of course, but they don’t fit well on the leg, the volume of 74 xhl is very loose, the silicone strip is very thin, they creep down when walking. It's a pity for the money, almost a thousand, down the drain. It would be better if I ordered it from Alishka for 300.

It’s good that I took a smaller size, I’ll be honest, I’m disappointed. There is only one elastic band, they stand out, I don’t feel comfortable wearing them, I need to get used to that for sure, but in general, it’s cheaper to buy stockings; when they tear, cut off the elastic and wear them))

On this site, manufacturers and sellers can enter into dialogue with those who wrote reviews, but in this case, representatives prefer to remain silent; sales are going well, especially this month, and more than half of the customers are satisfied. In addition, this product cannot be exchanged or returned, and therefore the seller does not bear the corresponding costs or losses.

So what is presented on the so-called hidlace official website: bandalettes or hidlaces? The answer to this question can be easily obtained by looking at the meta tag descriptions:

Hidlace is the official website of the manufacturer of accessories for thigh chafing. Buy headlaces wholesale. Bandalettes wholesale from the manufacturer.

The whole world knows bandalettes, but this is a registered trademark, and therefore it is risky to use it. But if you don’t use it, then who will pay attention to the so-called analogue - headlaces?

Whatever they write about bandages on the Hidlace website, they were originally created not only as bandages against chafing, they have always been a practical and at the same time beautiful accessory, and now the range is represented by three collections:

• Onyx - made of lace;
• Unisex - made of solid knitwear, suitable for sports;
• Dolche - Floral lace with scalloped edge.

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In addition to bandalettes, pantaloons are also being produced, and there are plans to create a full line of functional and beautiful underwear.

Bandelettes® can serve not just as a negligee, an accessory hidden from prying eyes, they are quite capable of complementing the lingerie style and being on the outside. For example, they can be worn with short dresses or shorts.

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It’s up to you to decide which of these you prefer, or look for options in the collections of other brands. And it’s up to you to decide what’s better: the original bandalettes or their increasingly numerous analogues.

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Wearing stockings looks good with a tight skirt, on a high chair or in a deep armchair.
It is better to put the removed stockings in the bathroom, in the laundry basket. — Irina Pribora

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Manufacturing materials

In addition to styles, shorts are distinguished by a variety of colors and materials for tailoring:

1. In warm weather, girls wear models made of lighter fabrics. They go perfectly with tops and shirts. Chiffon blouses and lace shorts that are fashionable this season look no less intriguing. Tights should be as thin and invisible as possible. Such images are romantic, sexy, and make their owner feminine and sophisticated.
2. Universal denim models remain at the peak of fashion. They go perfectly with almost anything. Faded denim shorts with dark tights are especially popular among young girls. They are suitable for tourism, walks around the city, and friendly meetings. An image with denim is always universal; changing accessories, you can look new every day. In winter or autumn, you can wear denim shorts by replacing a light top with a thick sweater.
3. Another trend of recent seasons has been leather models. They can be different: medium length or short, tight-fitting or loose-fitting. The combination with a chiffon blouse or shirt looks original. Leather shorts are great to wear in cold weather. They should be combined with sweaters and jumpers. The ensemble is complemented by warm tights.
4. Insulated shorts can be a decent imitation of a skirt in winter. Manufacturers offer knitted items with an openwork relief pattern, woolen items, and high-rise models. Tweed shorts are popular among women; they go harmoniously with any top and keep you warm in cold weather. Their range varies from gray to dark brown.
5. Among women involved in sports, cycling shorts or shorts made of knitwear and cotton are common. Stylists do not recommend wearing them over stockings and tights. It will look tacky.

Flesh-colored tights don't look fashionable with shorts. They are always replaced with dark or bright colors.

How to choose the color of nylon tights?

Universal options are black or flesh-colored tights. If black tights suit everyone, then the color of nude tights should be chosen as close as possible to your skin tone. These two tones will make your legs beautiful and seductive. Tights with glitter or bright colors are considered original models. But they can only be worn if you have slender legs.

Creating a fashionable look

In spring, a woman wants freshness and originality. Stylish looks with shorts and bright tights will help with this:

1. In the spring months, it is recommended to create fashionable ensembles with fancy tights and a turtleneck in a neutral color. An oversized coat or short jacket is worn on top. Your legs will become much longer if you choose beautiful high-heeled shoes.
2. The office dress code frightens women with its limitations (suit, skirt, trousers), but even here a combination of shorts and tights is appropriate. To create a business look, models with a classic cut of medium length are suitable. If desired, you can choose shorts with arrows, made from thick knitwear, suiting fabric or wool. Tights should be gray or black, but not flesh-colored. An interesting look is complemented by an office blouse in a neutral shade (white, beige), a jacket, and classic pumps.
3. You can create a street style by wearing denim shorts with sheer black tights. Complete the look with a dark leather jacket and stylish shoes (like platform boots). A large knitted scarf is placed around the neck. An interesting, slightly frivolous combination is achieved thanks to denim shorts with fringes, a vest, and wedge boots. Girls who love to challenge others will want to create a grunge look by pairing ripped shorts with rock t-shirts, dark tights and sneakers. Shorts can be replaced with jeans if desired.
4. For an everyday romantic combination, it is recommended to wear shorts of a delicate color, tights with a geometric pattern, and a coat of a classic cut. A delicate silk scarf tied around your neck will refresh your face. You can complement all this with sneakers to match the main outfit.
5. You can create an image with light beige shorts, wearing a tight-fitting black turtleneck as a top, and throwing a fur scarf around your neck. A bright combination for a brave woman would be wearing denim shorts and a voluminous leopard print scarf. You should wear sandy or red boots with thick heels on your feet. Polka dot tights are worn under shorts.

How to properly wash and store products

Tights that don't tear are every woman's dream. This product is not the cheapest, it is very convenient and functional, and it is always a pity to part with your favorite thing. Alas, tear-resistant nylon tights are still just a fantasy, but you can make the item last as long as possible. To do this, it must be washed and stored correctly.

So, the basic rules for care:

• Do not machine wash;
• When washing, you must use soft, gentle detergents;
• You need to dry your tights by carefully laying them on a towel;
• It’s better to have several pairs and wear them in turns;
• The product does not have an expiration date; it must be stored in a breathable laundry bag.

If a small hole appears in the tights, you can carefully sew it up. When tights are tight, you can do this unnoticed almost anywhere, but on thin models a hole in a visible place can no longer be repaired, so you will have to get rid of the pair.

How did the 2 seams on the back of the tights appear?

The transition from stockings to tights occurred during the prosperity of rock and roll. It was not convenient to dance fiery rhythms in stockings, so the production decided to combine the pantaloons and stockings into one piece. But then why do tights have two seams at the back, but pantaloons do not?

Before the advent of elastane and other highly stretchy materials, women's tights included cotton, but it does not stretch at all. The product had to fit tightly around the leg. Since the volume at the back is somewhat larger, they began to sew a wedge-shaped part into it in order to add volume and prevent the material from cracking at the seam.

Reference! The two stripes are nothing more than seams. Nowadays only children's models are made from cotton, which is why two stripes remain on them.

There are other seams. Remember how our grandmothers used to draw stripes on their legs with a black pencil, depicting tights. In the post-war era, having a pair of stockings in your wardrobe was a luxury. So they had to improvise a little. Two seams at the back along the entire length of the leg in modern models play a decorative role. But earlier, when the production of stockings was just beginning, two seams at the back were made by gluing nylon fabric, then machines appeared that could knit the fabric in a circle and the manufacturing technology changed, along with the design.

The inspiring story of the creator of bandalettes

Yulia Abasova, like many plus-size women, experienced problems year after year due to chafing in her thighs. She often could not afford even such a basic pleasure as walking in a light dress on a hot day. She never talked to anyone about this problem, she just kept it to herself. She even made elastic thigh bands that she wore for several years and they became the solution for her.

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One day, in a conversation over a cup of tea, friend Rena Abramoff said that she was looking for a business idea in the “problem-solution” style, and Julia decided to talk about her know-how, believing that together they could improve her idea. They found that irritation and abrasions on the thighs bother women all over the world. After prototypes and intensive research, Bandelettes® were born!

In September 2012, Freolla LLC was registered, one of the founders of which was Yulia Abasova. Immediately, in September, applications for patents and trademarks were filed. The patent for Bandelettes® was registered in February 2013.

Immediately after the patent was registered, the first sales of bandalettes began in the USA and Europe. An important milestone in the history of this accessory occurred in July 2013, when The Guardian published an article entitled “Thighs the limit: how to cure chub rub”, the author of which wrote:

“Nothing has excited me more than a new product that hit the market this summer called Bandelettes®.”

This was the start of countless rave reviews in the press.

What are bandelettes or bandalettes

Bandalettes or bandalettes are elastic headbands made of lace or thick knitwear, designed to be worn on the hips primarily to protect against chafing when walking, and secondarily for decoration.

According to the manufacturer, Bandelettes® thigh wraps are not only sexy and chic, but also comfortable and effective in preventing chafing. Bandelettes® are made from high-quality, delicately crafted elastic lace, with two rows of silicone bands on the back, skin-friendly side, keeping them in place all day long without the risk of slipping.

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Why were bandalettes called bandalettes?

Which part of a woman's leg do you consider the most beautiful? Stop? A graceful ankle? Knees? maybe the upper half of the thighs? It is this part, even if it is somewhat lush, that benefits from classic stockings with a belt. Actually, lace bandalettes at first glance very much resemble stocking cuffs, don’t they?

The word "Bandelette" is a French term for the decoration on top of a column. In this way, Bandelettes® serve to decorate the organic shape of the female leg, because sometimes even the most beautiful nature needs a little accent!

The creators of the bandalettes write about the set like this:

We turn a frustrating problem into a beautiful solution, boost confidence with one simple accessory, and give thousands of women a new way to wear dresses and skirts without having to deal with that painful thigh chafing.

Designed to help women protect their inner thighs from chafing, our bracelets have quickly become the new must-have fashion accessory for everyone—even those who don't have the problem.

Why are there 2 seams at the back?

The seams in the back of the tights also have a disadvantage - after repeated washings, the wedge-shaped part tends to stretch out and sag, this really spoils the appearance. And if they are made of low-quality material, then this happens quite quickly and this defect cannot be corrected.

Now the presence of two stripes on the back of the tights indicates that the item is not of very high quality. Most often, manufacturers produce models that have no seams at all. Such products fit the leg very tightly and are completely invisible. With them, you can even wear a semi-transparent dress with a close-fitting silhouette, and no one will know what you are wearing underneath.

The thinnest tights (characteristics)

Superlight tights with a rating of 6–8 denier are incredibly thin and very fragile.

ATTENTION! The thinnest caprons can be called a disposable item that must be worn very carefully. Even a slight puff can ruin the entire appearance.

Lightweight, with a density of 10–15 denier, unlike the previous version, they have more wear-resistant and durable parameters. They are used in a wider range.

The 20 denier option is most often used by women and is durable. Its versatility and wide variety of models allow ladies to choose them for both festive attire and everyday wear.

Rule 1: the tightness of tights must be appropriate for the occasion.

The density of hosiery products is measured in special DEN units. The most popular density for everyday wear is 15 den, 30 den is considered office style, 70 is for cool weather, and 100 and above are very warm winter tights. Ultra-light or transparent tights, the density of which is 15, 12 and 10 den, are suitable for evening dresses.

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