Welcome to the Glamory Hosiery Lexicon: Hosiery Terms Simply Explained

Finding the perfect pair of tights can often be frustrating for curvy women. But it doesn't have to stay that way! At Glamory, we know: The secret to a perfect fit lies in the details. If you know what to look for when buying, slipping briefs and constricting waistbands will be a thing of the past.

To help you navigate the jungle of technical terms, we have put together the Glamory Hosiery Lexicon for you. From A for adaptability to G for gusset – here you, as a self-confident curvy woman, will find out everything you need to know about high-quality hosiery.

The Ultimate A-Z of Plus-Size Hosiery

A – Adaptability

Good tights must fit like a second skin. Adaptability means that the material is wonderfully soft and flexibly follows your every move. Especially for larger sizes, this factor is essential to avoid chafing and guarantee maximum comfort.

B – Belly Control (and Wide Waistband)

Who hasn't experienced it: the tights uncomfortably roll down under the belly. Tights with a specially developed, wide comfort waistband and light belly control gently support, create a beautiful silhouette, and stay exactly where they belong.

C – Curvy Fit

Our absolute specialty! Curvy Fit is not just "more fabric." It is a completely rethought, anatomical cut that is specially adapted to the proportions of fuller figures. This means: more width at the bottom and thighs, without creasing at the ankles.

D – Denier (DEN)

Denier is the unit of measurement for the thickness and transparency of hosiery yarn. The lower the number, the more transparent the tights. A delicate Satin 20 sheer tights (20 DEN) are perfect for elegant events. A model with 40 DEN, like our Glamory Satin 40, is semi-opaque, extremely tear-resistant, and ideal for everyday business.

E – Elasticity

Without extreme elasticity (mostly due to the addition of elastane/spandex), nothing works for plus sizes. Our highly elastic 3D yarn ensures that the tights give in all directions and adapt to your contours without restricting blood circulation.

F – Flat Seams

An indispensable quality feature in the Glamory Hosiery Lexicon! Unlike bulky round seams, flat seams lie completely flat on the skin. They don't chafe the thighs and don't show through even under tight-fitting dresses.

G – Size Variety

True beauty knows no standard size. That's why we at Glamory develop our entire collection in a true variety of sizes up to size 62.

H – Holding Band (Silicone Band)

The holding band is the upper finish on hold-up stockings. We use extra wide, soft bands with high-quality silicone strips. This way, the stockings don't slip, don't roll down, and don't constrict your thighs.

I – Innovation

The textile industry is not standing still. Innovative yarns that regulate temperature, special anti-roll waistbands, and low-set gussets are the core of our product development for the plus-size market.

K – Comfort Waistband

The comfort waistband is an extra-wide finishing band on tights. It distributes pressure evenly on the waist, doesn't cut in, and prevents painful pressure points after a long day.

L – Ladder Resistance

Nobody likes ladders. Through special knitting techniques and reinforced materials, we enormously increase the lifespan of our products. Especially our semi-opaque models are particularly ladder-resistant.

N – Natural Fibers

In addition to synthetic fibers, natural fibers are a real luxury for the skin. For cold days, we highly recommend our Glamory Cashmere Tights. They warm intensively, are breathable, and do not add bulk thanks to the fine knit.

P – Polyamide

The most important synthetic fiber in hosiery manufacturing. Polyamide is extremely tear-resistant, easy to care for, and dimensionally stable. It forms the robust basis for almost all our fine hosiery.

S – Suspender Stockings & Support Function

Suspender stockings are the ultimate in seduction. In our collection, you will find beautiful suspender stockings specially designed for fuller thighs – such as the luxurious Glamory Perfect 20 Suspender Stockings.
In addition, many of our models offer a gentle support function (Vital line), which relieves your legs on long days and prevents heavy legs.

U – Plus Size

A term we love because we perfect it. Those looking for plus size tights from us don't get enlarged standard models, but tailor-made curvy constructions.

V – Reinforced Toe

The toe area is exposed to particularly high friction. A subtly reinforced toe (often combined with a ladder stop) significantly increases the lifespan of your tights.

Z – Gusset (Comfort Gusset)

Probably the most important letter in the Glamory Hosiery Lexicon! The gusset is the sewn-in fabric part in the crotch. Normal tights often only have a small cotton gusset. For larger sizes, we work with a so-called comfort gusset or panty panel (often as a Y-cut). It gives you the necessary width at the belly and bottom, so that the crotch of the tights does not uncomfortably slide down when walking.

Conclusion: Knowledge is the Key to Perfect Comfort

We hope our Glamory Hosiery Lexicon has given you valuable insights. The world of plus-size hosiery is fascinating and full of intelligent details that make your everyday life easier. With this knowledge in mind, you will confidently choose models that flatter your curves, support you, and give you a fantastic body feeling. Browse our collections now and experience the Glamory difference firsthand!