On My Wishlist: Fully Fashioned Stockings

After putting together my last post about vintage fully fashioned stockings I have set out to find some modern versions. As mentioned, fully fashioned stockings are becoming increasingly hard to manufacture, which can mean high prices. But if you simply must have a pair (and I think I do!) here are a few noteworthy ones to add to your list.

Of course we can rely on Dita Von Teese to have an authentic stocking line. Her collection is available at Secrets in Lace. I adore these diamond backseams!

Cervin stockings are still made in France and are the real deal. These French heel "Swing Time" stockings are classy! 

What Katie Did puts a lot of effort into keeping the fully fashioned stocking dream alive. These Empire, also known as Manhattan, heel stockings are a must have. 

My Vintage Vanity: Schiaparelli Lingerie Bag

I recently purchased this amazing Schiaparelli pink and black lace lingerie/stocking bag on Etsy from Joules Vintage. Perfect for storage and traveling. I love it!

photos from Joules Vintage.

Vintage Item of the Week; Fishnet Stockings!

My current vintage obsession is stockings, especially fishnets. Nothing says bombshell more! I own several pairs that I love to wear on nights out on the town held up with vintage garter belts. A recent find was a black pair that have a tighter netting on one side than the other creating a line down the front and back of the leg. Rare indeed!

Now as much as I would love to, I can't keep all my finds for myself. I have several pairs for sale in my Brooklyn boutique, Ouvrez La Porte. Some may also appear soon in my Etsy store, The Smashing Darling. We'll see how generous I am!