Hosiery Brands Guide

From drugstore basics to European luxury, hosiery brands span every price point and quality level. This guide helps you navigate options and find the best brands for your needs and budget.

Price Tiers

Budget Brands

American

• L'eggs: Drugstore staple
• No Nonsense: Affordable basics
• Hanes: Reliable, widely available

When Budget Works

• Daily office wear (replaceable)
• Single-use events
• Trying new colors/styles
• When runs are likely

Mid-Range Brands

Notable Names

• Donna Karan: Quality basics
• Calvin Klein: Modern styling
• Berkshire: Good selection
• HUE: Fashion-forward
• DKNY: Contemporary

Value Proposition

• Better fit than budget
• More denier/style options
• Improved durability
• Wider shade ranges

Premium Brands

European Excellence

• Falke: German precision
• Pretty Polly: British classic
• Aristoc: British heritage
• Kunert: German quality
• Cette: Belgian

Japanese Quality

• Atsugi: Market leader
• Gunze: Innovation focus
• Tabio: Premium craftsmanship

Luxury Brands

Top Tier

• Wolford: Austrian luxury
• La Perla: Italian glamour
• Fogal: Swiss elegance
• Agent Provocateur: Provocative luxury

What Luxury Offers

• Superior materials
• Exceptional fit
• Longer lifespan
• Better color retention
• Elegant packaging

Specialty Brands

Plus Size Focus

• Snag Tights
• Hanes Curves
• Berkshire Queen

Plus Size Guide →

Compression Specialists

• Jobst
• Sigvaris
• Juzo

Vintage/Specialty

• What Katie Did
• Secrets in Lace
• Cervin

European vs. American

Choosing a Brand

Consider

• Your budget
• Usage frequency
• Desired quality
• Size/shade needs
• Style preferences

Strategy

• Budget for everyday/work
• Premium for special occasions
• Try samples before bulk buying
• Stock up during sales