ENDLESS INDULGENCE is a retailer of authentic 100% nylon stockings, fabulous & luxurious flat knit, made from 100% DuPont nylon, full fashioned Cuban heel seamed stockings. These stockings are original dead stock from the 1950's era and most are in their original packaging.
PLEASE NOTE: Gartering is necessary with these full fashion flat knit vintage stockings
PLEASE NOTE: Gartering is necessary with these full fashion flat knit vintage stockings
MEASURING
Measuring for these stockings is required; a bit tricky, but once you have your fitted size you will never want anything but these vintage stockings for your legs again. Sizing has changed over the years so when purchasing true vintage full fashion flat knit Cuban heel stockings, one needs to understand that your current size will not correspond with the sizes from the past and that the size on the box or package is NOT YOUR shoe size. When measuring for vintage stockings, the foot is measured from the tip of the toe to the rear of the heel, then subtract 3/4 inch.
Example: if you measure 10 1/4 inches the measurement you need is actually 9 1/2 inches.
The length of the stockings is measured from the top of the welt to the bottom of the heel in inches. The welt is usually 6 inches in width. Remember that it is acceptable for the bottom of the welt to be 2-3 inches above the knee, the style of the dresses were longer back in the day.
Measuring for these stockings is required; a bit tricky, but once you have your fitted size you will never want anything but these vintage stockings for your legs again. Sizing has changed over the years so when purchasing true vintage full fashion flat knit Cuban heel stockings, one needs to understand that your current size will not correspond with the sizes from the past and that the size on the box or package is NOT YOUR shoe size. When measuring for vintage stockings, the foot is measured from the tip of the toe to the rear of the heel, then subtract 3/4 inch.
Example: if you measure 10 1/4 inches the measurement you need is actually 9 1/2 inches.
The length of the stockings is measured from the top of the welt to the bottom of the heel in inches. The welt is usually 6 inches in width. Remember that it is acceptable for the bottom of the welt to be 2-3 inches above the knee, the style of the dresses were longer back in the day.
CARE AND HANDLING
Since these stockings are original dead stock and have been stored for many years, we high recommend that you soak your stockings for a minimum of 6-8 hours in a mild delicate laundry soap and hot water (Woolite for example). Work the suds gently through the stockings taking care not to rub, twist or wring the stockings. Rinse thoroughly in cool clear water; roll them in a towel to remove excess water then hang dry before wearing. Do not dry in excess hear or direct sunlight. This process should re-hydrate the stockings but be very careful not snag them with your hands or nails. You will notice the water change color, this is normal for these vintage stockings. Applying lotion on your hands and legs first may help when putting them on.
Since these stockings are original dead stock and have been stored for many years, we high recommend that you soak your stockings for a minimum of 6-8 hours in a mild delicate laundry soap and hot water (Woolite for example). Work the suds gently through the stockings taking care not to rub, twist or wring the stockings. Rinse thoroughly in cool clear water; roll them in a towel to remove excess water then hang dry before wearing. Do not dry in excess hear or direct sunlight. This process should re-hydrate the stockings but be very careful not snag them with your hands or nails. You will notice the water change color, this is normal for these vintage stockings. Applying lotion on your hands and legs first may help when putting them on.
CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE YOU PURCHASE
1. If your thighs are a larger diameter than average, add a minimum of 2-3 inches in the length.
2. 100% Dupont nylon stockings DO NOT have extra give, flat knit stockings were knit with shapes
and curves, they have no spandex for stretch and are NOT like today's thigh highs.
3. YOU MUST also take into consideration the length on your garter straps.
4. There are NO refunds or returns on purchased stockings.
5. PLEASE CALL IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE ORDERING.
1. If your thighs are a larger diameter than average, add a minimum of 2-3 inches in the length.
2. 100% Dupont nylon stockings DO NOT have extra give, flat knit stockings were knit with shapes
and curves, they have no spandex for stretch and are NOT like today's thigh highs.
3. YOU MUST also take into consideration the length on your garter straps.
4. There are NO refunds or returns on purchased stockings.
5. PLEASE CALL IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE ORDERING.
