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The Appeal and Fashion of Fishnet Stockings
You saw them in the 1980s as Madonna flaunted herself around the stages of the world. You heard about fishnet stockings when punk and gothic styles came into fashion. What is the appeal and fascination with these sexy tights? Maybe this is some type of phenomena that is never meant to be truly understood. One thing is for certain though; the fishnet stocking is hugely sexy.
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Seamless Stockings – The Past and Present
The seamless stocking has been around for centuries. There are even references to them in ancient Greece. This was not only for the noble man but workmen and slaves alike. Silk and cotton stockings have been reported to be worn in Japan and China, as well for even a longer time. Stockings evolved from the sock in the 12th century in Europe.
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Stockings have been around for centuries now. Some say they go as far back as Egypt. We do know that they were huge during the 1500s and beyond. These are not pantyhose, which are all attached as one garment. We are talking about actual stocking that are open at the thighs. One would use the garter belt to hold these hose up for them.
