A Body stocking is a one-piece garment that will cover your body from the shoulders to the feet. For example, imagine slipping your leg into a pair of pantyhose. As your leg goes in, the hose will stretch and remain attached to your body. Some pantyhose follow the curves and some are toning and slimming. The best lingerie should stretch comfortably to the body.

Knowing your body is the key to finding the best fit. Unfortunately, that means a lot of trial and error. Here are 5 things to consider when shopping for a body stocking.

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Body stockings are usually made of lace, a sheer mesh, or fishnet material. They also do not have any type of structural seams. That means the fabric has no guide for knowing where to sit correctly on the skin. Tip, look for key seams. Universally, the net is the easiest to use due to the knotting technique. The technique allows for stretching, making it easy to mold to any shape. Lace stockings are often intertwined with fishnets or eyelets. That’s because the socket is not meant to expand.

Tip, look for keyholes or some kind of opening that allows room to stretch out. Transparent materials can be the most difficult type of stocking to put on. Because the holes are smaller, this can suffocate parts of your body. If you have more curves in some areas, we suggest that you stay away from the transparent pieces. Looking at the material will help you determine the correct size. If it’s a sheer mesh, be sure to go up a size. If it’s net, it should be true to size.

2. Graphics

What we love about body stockings are the beautiful statements they speak. The cuts are more exciting and bring a wow factor. Think about the big picture. The deep v will instantly lengthen a shorter torso. Tip, shorter divas should steer clear of outfits that cut at the ankle. Opt for tights that slide over your legs to make a continuous line. Petite lines look more attractive on smaller divas. Curvy divas look for bold lines. In fact, the net really accentuates the body and alludes to a more curvaceous shape.

3. Your favorite asset or body shape

Okay, we know this is the most important one because every woman wants to feel empowered and confident. To look your best, apply the same method you would for clothing. What best suits the shape of your body? A shorter torso needs to be very careful because the body stocking can be significantly too long. Your solution is to look for pieces that cut just below the breast. Two-piece body stockings are a great option to solve that problem. Now, if you love your breast, we recommend you drink fewer pieces. Or go for a wrap-style detail. If you like long legs, look for garters that adhere to the body of the stocking. If you love your hips look at the side cuts.

4. Neckline

As mentioned above, there are no major seams incorporated into the construction of the sock. The necklines in some cut you just above the chest. And that straight line doesn’t look great on everyone. Tip, look for a dip in the neckline. Or go for a halter top style body stocking. The straight neckline complements a woman with a smaller bust.

5 color

Tights are funky and fun. But sometimes color schemes can really unbalance what you’re trying to convey as well. Sometimes a rainbow print can go very wrong depending on the location. Neon colors are fun, but they can be very difficult to match with other accessories. Tip, with brighter colors, accessorize with tutus or jewelry.

We hope these tips help you find the best body stocking. Remember to have fun and let the lingerie be a complement to your confidence. You make the clothes. Clothes don’t make you. We would love to hear from you, if you have any other tips please let us know in the comments section below.