It turns out La Perla hosiery really is quite nice.
Are they worth the original price of $47.00? No.
Are they worth the 30% off sale price of $32.99? Not quite, but they come pretty close.
There’s a lot to like about these sheer thigh highs. The 82% Nylon/18% Elastane blend feels nice on the leg, pleasantly snug but not uncomfortably tight. At 15 denier, they have a nice, subtle sheen which is very flattering without being too obvious. Furthermore, the high elastic content makes these stockings feel surprisingly sturdy. I don’t think they will tear easily, and that makes me very happy.
Best of all, though, is the 6.5 inch lace top. These are stockings that can make anyone’s legs look good, even if you don’t happen to be a 6 foot tall model. The elastic bands inside in the welts are also extremely comfortable. I wore these around the house for hours and had no problems whatsoever. La Perla seems to be the rare brand that works just as well in the boardroom as in the bedroom.
Still, I have a couple of points of note…these stockings come up very, very high on the thigh. I ordered a size large as I usually do, and I probably would have done just fine with a size medium. The lace top pretty much reached the bottom of my underwear, which was almost too high for me even though I like tall stockings. If you prefer your stockings at midthigh or so, then you definitely need to make sure you order the appropriate size. If you’re on the border between two sizes (as I was), you probably want to order the smaller size.
Second, these stockings are perfumed. That may not seem like a big deal, but if you have allergies or are sensitive to fragrances, be wary. Though La Perla probably intends for the fragrance to be a sophisticated, chic touch to their high-end hosiery, I found the scent annoying, distracting, and even a little bit offensive. Good stockings don’t need gimmicks. Quality speaks for itself.
The La Perla sheer stay-ups and other La Perla hosiery is on sale here.
