I have been a follower of Sophisticated Pairs Blog for a long time. I contacted her and asked her if she would like to try some of our hosiery and write a blog post of what she thought of them. Below is what she posted and had to say about our hosiery. Check out all of her blog posts at
http://sophisticatedpair.com/blog/
Hello Everyone,
After my review of the fabulous Kix’ies holdups, I was contacted by a
distributor for Glamory hosiery about testing some of their products as
well. My expectations were high since I was so pleased with the
Kix’ies, and after I received my samples, I realized how complementary
the brands can be to each other. Kix’ies strictly sells hold-ups at the
moment and focuses on modern patterns and textures while Glamory offers
a more subdued but equally wonderful range of stockings and tights,
even to include those designed for men.
Glamory Deluxe20
Glamory is also technically a plus-size hosiery line with sizes 40-42
(Large) to 60-62 (5XL), but the size large fit me comparably to my size B
Kix’ies. Still, I think the inclusion of higher sizes is fantastic as
far too many plus-size women are left out in the cold by the lingerie
market. Price-wise the brand is between $15 and $22 making them
comparable to what you can find in most boutiques or department stores.
For the review, Glamory sent me four different pairs of hold-ups:
Glamory Micro 60 in black, Glamory Deluxe 20 in black with red lace,
Glamory Vita 40 in black, and Glamory Couture 20 in black.
Glamory Deluxe20
Before I begin my gushy outpouring of love for how gorgeous each pair
is, I feel obligated to answer the question every woman asks about
hold-ups: Do they stay put all day? I am pleased to report the answer
is a resounding “Yes!” After doing my now traditional stocking dance
around the house, I tested them at the shop, and in both instances, I
did not have to fiddle or readjust once. Like the Kix’ies pair I
reviewed, Glamory does not cut into the top of the leg to create that
less-than-sexy-why-am-I-even-wearing-these muffin top look. In fact, I
think the stretchier lace manages to smooth and perfect, even if you’re
like me and have jiggly thighs. Glamory accomplishes all of this by
using two extra-wide panels of silicone gel at the very top of the lace
which sticks to skin to keep everything in place.
Glamory Vital40
Glamory Vital40
To me, Glamory offers women a traditional aesthetic—and I hesitate to
say “traditional” as it can sometimes carry a negative connotation, but I
love having choices. One of my complaints when I wore strictly Cleo
bras, for example, is that I was stuck with bright colors and quirky
prints even if I was craving something different. And sometimes I want
something that makes me feel like Sophia Loren. Glamory captures the
essence of what makes vintage stockings look so beautiful and bring that
grace and style to the modern woman.
Glamory Deluxe20
I am also a big fan of how Glamory offers multiple deniers in their
stockings. The Deluxe and Couture are both on the sheer side, thus
making them softer and more delicate, but the Micro and Vital designs
are more like tights. Since the weather in NC has not been the warmest
lately, I appreciate the added weight and thickness of the Micro and
Vital. A sharp gust of ice cold wind rips right through the sheers,
meaning they only come out to play on days when it’s at least 50F (Yeah,
I’m a baby). The Micro tights also have the least amount of lace at
the top, which leads me to believe Glamory married practicality to
pretty to create perfection. I feel more confident in these than in my
tights with whom I have a love/hate relationship. I love how they keep
me warm, but I hate fiddling with them or getting runs wherever my
zippers happen to sit. I never appreciated how much I actually adjust,
readjust, take down, pull up, etc. my tights until I started wearing
hold-ups as much as I do now. Once the hold-ups are on, I do not have
to do anything else with them for the rest of the day. It’s liberating!
Glamory Couture20
Glamory Couture20
From a non-practical, purely-aesthetic point of view, however, all of
the samples are lovely. The Couture epitomizes the vintage stocking and
features a reinforced foot and toe region—the latter does limit these
to more closed toe shoes. However, I absolutely adore the contrast red
and black lace on the Deluxe. It’s one of those design decisions that
pops and makes the whole stocking that much better. Now, in all
fairness, the lace of the stockings extends further down my thigh,
increasing the risk it will be seen. However, I don’t wear super short
skirts anyway, so this isn’t so much an issue for me. If you do, the
lace may flash a little with movement, but hey, it’s so pretty! At
least it’s not like that weird gradient thing on top of tights and hose.
Glamory Micro60
Glamory Micro60
Overall Grade: A+
