Why wear pantyhose?

Question

Ok, this is actually a serious question. I have never understood why one would choose to wear pantyhose. They seem to be terrably hot and uncomfortable and I have often heard women complain about them.

Some women wear stockings and a garter belt. They cover the legs the same way that panty hose would and they look *much* more sexy when, erm...., visible.

So... why would any woman choose pantyhose over stockings?

Answer 1

Stockings are even more uncomfortable then pantyhose. The garters snap your skin (ouch), the clips on the garter can stop working and won't hold the stocking up any more resulting in bagging and sagging and they turn around on your leg.

Pantyhose, while uncomfortable, offer support panties, which make you look a little bit leaner and fitter and tend to stay in place better.

Neither are good, but panythose are the lesser of two evils.

Answer 2

Would you rather just pull on a pair of pants or go to the hassle of pants, belt and suspenders like the old days? The answer is obvious. Most women complain only because they never went to the trouble and or expense of finding quality pantyhose of the right fit and materials!

Plus the idea that they are hot is false. They do add warmth IF worn under pants but if under shorts or skirt they will actually be COOLER than no hose because they wick moisture from the skin and you end up with evaporative cooling and dry skin. They are actually high tech and if they are graduated compression pantyhose they improve circulation giving you more energy and no leg swelling if you are on your feet all day or sitting for hours. Looks to me like you need to take the empirical approach and find out for yourself and quit listening to those that don't have a clue what they are talking about! Yeah...it's OK (really).... see benefits at bottom of page in ref below... Men seem to be learning about the benefits faster than the women... (Ask Kobe Bryant and a million or so others).

Ah..back to the question... guess women also like the security of "full coverage" if wearing something short and the issue about less hassle. Not to mention pantyhose look great on women no matter what the occasion! Beats bare legs everytime.

Answer 3

I know this may seem like a silly girlie habbit, but there are certain things a panty hose can do that is simply imposible to pull off with anything else. I know stokings and garter belts are sexier and such, but they are mostly for women who are thin and fragile. If you're a bit heavier you're going to need something with a little more support. Something that sucks you in and keeps you looking slim. Above all, weather you wear panty hose or stokings, the effect is to make your legs look even toned and flawless.

Answer 4

Well, as you said it yourself stockings and a garter belt are much more sexy, however pantihose can be warmer in winter, so that can be a reason for the choice! Also for women with fatter legs, or just regular legs that touch each other in the upper part, wearing pantihose can be more comfortable as then skin rashes due to constant rubbing are avoided!

Answer 5

In LA we NEVER wear hose however in larger cosmopolitan cities it is required in the work force as part of the dress code. Darling there are some very sexy panyhose out there if a women of style is wearing them.

Answer 6

Often pantyhose offer a control top that helps one's clothes fit better and offers a sleeker fit and appearance. I think you have to be fairly slim to wear garters and stockings so that they dont show up through your clothing.

Answer 7

I grew up in an era before pantyhose, and nylons or socks were required for school. After sitting in classes day after day with garters digging into the backs of the thighs, pantyhose were a welcome invention. I don't find them uncomfortable, and in the summer I opt for shaved legs and tan-in-a-tube. (sunless tanning lotion)

Answer 8

Personally I prefer thigh highs, but I suppose women wear nylons for the same reason reason men wear ties, for occasions where it is dress appropriate. Some older women where stockings because it helps prevent blood clots.

Answer 9

I hate pantyhose all together. . .too hot in them darn things. Stockings are nice, if your trying to get someone's attention. At the office. . .not much to intice here. . so if I can get away with bare legs. . .then I do. Or slacks. Sorry guys.

Answer 10

I have NO idea.....

I HATE pantyhose and refuse to wear them.

They are tight, and hot, and uncomfortable, and dont breath well.

I think its to help suck you in and make your belly and legs look better, plus with the shades, make you look tan.

its all an illusion for the sake of beauty?

down with pantyhose!!
let your legs and nether regions breath! :)