Silk Stocking

Silk stockings first made their major debut in 1940s, but the actual history of silk stockings dates back to 16th century. In the 16th century, the raw silk that was imported into England was used in an allinclusive way for manufacturing silk stockings. Before this, the ready-to-use silk stockings from Naples were being exported from Livorno to England.

A majority of women believed that silk stockings added luxury to middle class dressing, thus giving a excellent and royal look. For this sole reason, silk stockings were victorious in capturing their place in the markets in 1627. The success was so amazing that 40 years later English stockings were exported to Italy and all over the world.

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Silk stockings were not only victorious with tasteless women. Names like Queen Elizabeth and Marilyn Monroe were also big fans. Marilyn Monroe used to wear them and hers are even preserved today with as much care and delicacy as a Ming vase.

Silk Stocking

In 1925, short dresses were very beloved as legs were an indication of an active lifestyle. In the post-war years fully-fashioned silk stockings managed to increase the sale of original circular knit hosiery.

Silk stockings were carefully as an erotic icon in their own right. Only skin color was favorite but as the output and examine increased, colors like beige and brown became favorites.

Silk stockings lend a glamorous retro look. The increased use of make up and illustrated silk-clad legs accentuated a new, sophisticated and more liberated feminist look. This was more important among younger women who were self-confident and had an optimistic outlook towards life.

However, with the introduction of nylon the passion for silk did not disappear completely. This is proved by the fact that even today there are still at least two associates in the world which make pure silk seamless stockings according to the growing demand.

Silk Stocking