Jan Derk Otter
January 7, 2025
Rating: 5
These come up a bit short. Actually, after unpacking, I was pretty sure, these are not going to fit. There just didn't seem to be enough stretch in them. After some consideration, I decided to try them on anyway.
Tip: in cases like these it might help to first wet hosiery. The water softens the fibres and also works as a lubricant, allowing the fibres to not get stuck on each other and more easily move past each other. Towel-wipe dry after putting them on and the rest of the moist will evaporate within a few minutes.
After the initial doubts, I have to say, these impressed me more than expected. Due to them being a bit on the short side, they felt slightly more tight than other hosiery, but it wasn't too much, so it didn't bother me. Despite them coming up short, they stayed up all day w/o problems. There was nothing to complain, really.
I also like the way the fabric looks, though of course that is very personal, and is not necessarily the main criterium. Combined with the simple but pretty decent lace top, they give a good impression though, which is definitely suitable for everyday usage.
All-in-all a good performance price ratio, considering, these are not as expensive as most other hosiery.
Remember, you get what you pay for. This is true in general but especially for hosiery. In fact, just never try any of the cheap "supermarket" ones. IMHO they are the main cause hosiery nowadays suffers from this "yuck" image, which in fact is totally unnecessary. I wish more people would get this, and invest just that little bit more. Good hosiery only looks expensive to the uninitiated. Once you understand this, you will never go back.
BTW, this doesn't mean that (more) expensive hosiery is always better. This is more or less rather a "one-way street": cheap hosiery will almost always be bad, but more expensive hosiery is not always good. Partly this depends on taste, obviously.
Summary, a decent pair of hold-ups, suitable for those who are either a bit on the short side, or don't mind a slightly tighter fitting. This is definitely a pair for everyday use.
Recommended, but keep in mind they come up a bit short, so when in doubt buy the larger size.
C James
September 13, 2024
Rating: 5
I have not worn them at the moment but they look great and delicious to wear
