Contrast Seamed Stockings in Champagne & Claret

Contrast Seamed Stockings in Champagne & Claret

What Katie Did Claret contrast seamed stockings with a sheer light nude leg are a best selling colorful seamed stocking. These contrast seamed stockings feature a sheer light nude leg and a striking claret seam. These contrast seamed stockings offer the perfect balance between authentic vintage style and contemporary charm, making them an ideal choice for both seasoned vintage enthusiasts and those new to retro fashion.

The muted tones of the What Katie Did contrast seamed stockings might be one reason behind their popularity as they give a more 'believably true vintage' look than some of the What Katie Did brighter seams.

What Katie Did Claret contrast seamed stockings are designed to fit up to a UK dress size 18, US size 14 and up to approx 29" thighs. They're made from sheer 15 denier nylon with elastane for stretch: 87% nylon, 10% elastane, 3% polypropylene.

Contrast Seamed Stockings Features:

• Sheer light nude leg with a bold claret seam
• 15 denier nylon with elastane for comfortable stretch
• Fits up to UK dress size 18 / US size 14
• Contrast Seamed Stockings accommodate thighs up to approximately 29 inches
• Made in Italy, the home of premium hosiery manufacturing
• Composition: 87% nylon, 10% elastane, 3% polypropylene
  

Quality Craftsmanship

Manufactured in Italy, renowned for its exceptional hosiery production, these contrast seamed stockings embody the superior quality and attention to detail that What Katie Did is famous for. Each pair is crafted to meet the highest standards of both style and durability.

These Contrast Seamed Stockings Perfect for Beginners and Enthusiasts Alike

If you're new to contrast seamed stockings or having difficulty choosing a color, What Katie Did Claret Seamed Stockings make an excellent first choice. Their versatility and subtle elegance have made them a favourite among both vintage fashion novices and seasoned collectors.

Stockings 101:

• RHT stands for Reinforced Heel and Toe. Typically without backseam, RHT stockings will have a welt, shadow welt, and a separate heel reinforcement and toe reinforcement. 
• FFS stands for Fully Fashioned. Fully-fashioned stockings have a welt, shadow welt, keyhole, seam and heel reinforcement that extends under the foot.
• Full Contrast stands for the seam (if applicable), heel, toe and welt in a contrasting color from the leg of the stocking.
• Backseam stands for the seam that runs from welt to heel along the back of the leg.
• Stockings require a garter belt to be worn, whereas thigh highs do not. If you purchase any garter belt or girdle, you will receive 10% off any pair of stockings.
• Welt is the name for the top of the stocking.
• Point Heel, Cuban Heel, etc refer to the style in regard to the stye area where the reinforcement of the heel meets the backseam.
• 100% nylon stockings have very little stretch to them and are held in high regard and often considered to define elegance. They can only be made on very specific machinery such as the Pendolina knitting machines used by Gio. They must be handled with care by hand washing only and must be hang dried. 100% nylon stockings will often have a slight buckle at knees or ankles after being worn for long periods of time. Please be sure to reference the size charts.
• Nylon blend stockings are typically blended with a more stretchy material such as lycra. This will give them more stretch over the 100% nylon stockings.