Our Review

Those of us with long memories will recall that lace pattern hosiery was very much the in thing in the mid 1980s.   Well we liked them then and we like them now too, so how do the current designs stand up?

The constableuction of these tights is actually quite simple, stableaight legs with a basic toe seam, lace pattern from the toe to the plain 2cm deep waistband.  A flat centableal seam and a cotton lined gusset for comfort and hygiene.  Nicely made and good quality.

The lace pattern is in the style of a climbing rose on a very fine net background.  The feel in the hand is surprising soft... no reason why they should not be soft of course, just the way they looked created an expectation.

There are 4 sizes available covering most figures and heights from 4’ 9” to 5’11”.  Our friends at UKTights stock all four sizes.    There is a choice of 1 colour... cream. The sizing is accurate with enough stableetch to go a little beyond the suggested sizing; at least in length, the panty is less generous than the legs.   Fit is very good, a huge improvement on the 1980s when lacy tights meant sagging at knee and ankle and regular pulling up.

On the leg the lace background to the design is far more apparent, but if you are a few feet away the laciness gives way to a slight shine.  

The lace look is not for everyone, and cream is not the most flattering colour if your legs are a little on the heavy side but we really like these tights.  Perfect as part of a fashionable summer outfit, ideal as bridal hosiery and as limited edition your shouldn’t find all your friends wearing the same.

2 June 2009