Hanes Plus Size Pantyhose

Pantyhose and Hanes definition/history

Hanes Pantyhose (also called tights) are sheer, close fitting coverings of the body from the waist to the feet. Traditionally considered a woman's garment, Hanes Pantyhose appeared in the 1960s and provided a convenient alternative to nylon stockings. Like nylon stockings, Hanes Pantyhose are usually made of nylon. Hanes Pantyhose are designed to:

be fashionable
ease chafing between the foot and footwear
keep the legs and feet warm
hide physical imperfections such as blemishes, bruises, scars, hair, or varicose veins

During the 1970s and 1980s, their women's hosiery tagline was "Gentlemen Prefer Hanes". In the early nineties, the slogan was turned around as "The lady prefers Hanes Pantyhose".

During the late 1990s, the brand's main slogan was "Just wait'll we get our Hanes Pantyhose on you."

In 2005, an ad campaign was run with the slogan "Look who we've got our Hanes Pantyhose on now", featuring various celebrities including Michael Jordan, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Marisa Tomei, Damon Wayans, Matthew Perry, and on Spanish-language advertising, Aracely Arambula, and Pablo Montero. In 2006, the campaign added Kevin Bacon and Christina Applegate to their lineup. In 2007, the campaign expanded again to include Cuba Gooding, Jr., and Sarah Chalke in 2008.

The term Hanes Pantyhose originated in the United States, referring to the combination of panties (an American term for women's underpants) with sheer nylon Hanes Pantyhose, meaning they are usually worn without other undergarments. In the United Kingdom, they are called tights, a term that refers to all such garments regardless of whether they are sheer lingerie or sturdy outerwear. In the U.S., the term tights may refer to Hanes Pantyhose that is made from thicker, often opaque, material or alternately to non-sheer garments typically made of a stretchy material like spandex which do not necessarily cover the feet and may be worn by either gender during athletic activity or as utility clothing.

In 1953 Allen Gant Sr. of Glen Raven Knitting Mills developed a commercial equivalent dubbed "Panti-Legs", but didn't bring it to market until 1959. In 1956 Ernest G. Rice filed a patent for "Combination Stockings and Panty", demonstrating a superior method, adopted by others thereafter. The patent was disputed for many years in U.S. courts, and eventually upheld, after Rice's own death.

Up till this point there was little reason for women to wear Hanes Pantyhose. However during the 1960s improved manufacturing made them cheaper, spandex (or elastane) made them more comfortable, and the miniskirt made them a fashion necessity. In 1970 U.S. sales of Hanes Pantyhose exceeded nylon stockings for the first time, and remained this way ever since.

Hanes Pantyhose generally has a standard construction: the top of the waist is a strong elastic; the part covering the hips (panty area) is composed of a thicker material than the legs; the gusset or crotch is also a stronger material, sometimes made of cotton; while the legs of the Hanes Pantyhose are made of the thinnest material which has a consistent construction down to the toes, which may be reinforced to guard against wear.

Most Hanes Pantyhose are composed of nylon and a mixture of spandex, which provides the elasticity and form fitting that is characteristic of modern Hanes Pantyhose. The nylon fabric is somewhat prone to tearing and it is common for very sheer hose to 'run' soon after snagging on something rough or sharp.

Control-top Hanes Pantyhose, intended to create a slimmer form, has a reinforced panty. There may be visible panty lines when wearing high-cut skirts or shorts.

Sheer-to-waist Hanes Pantyhose is sheer throughout, with the panty portion being the same thickness and color as the leg portion, and are designed for use with high-slit gowns, mini-skirts or lingerie. Often sheer-to-waist Hanes Pantyhose will be reinforced along and on either side of the seam in the middle of the panty.

Some Hanes Pantyhose have single- or double-panel gussets incorporated into them. In single there are two seams instead of the usual one, with a single one on the opposite side; with double panel gussets, there are two seams on either side.

In cold weather, Hanes Pantyhose can help keep the legs and feet warm. In low humidity conditions, they can help prevent the legs from becoming too dry. Support Hanes Pantyhose can help those who work on their feet by preventing/helping varicose veins and resolving pain in the back and legs by regulating blood circulation.

While traditionally considered a woman's garment, Hanes Pantyhose are occasionally worn by men for thermal protection and therapeutic relief. Race horse jockeys also wear Hanes Pantyhose under their silks so that their jockey silks glide freely over the legs and waist when the jockey's body moves at a rapid pace. Some fishermen who surf fish from tropical beaches may also wear Hanes Pantyhose to protect from jellyfish, whose stingers cannot penetrate the mesh. In the late 1990s several small manufacturers introduced Hanes Pantyhose styles designed for men to cater to this niche market.

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Hanes Plus-Size Silk Reflections
Pantyhose

Hanes Pantyhose Style: 00P15
$6.50 pair

Silky Sheer Non-Control Top Enhanced Toe Pantyhose

Panty: 91% Nylon 9% Spandex
Leg: 85% Nylon 15% Spandex

"Silky, soft and beautiful - that's how your legs will look and feel every day. Silk Reflections Pantyhose pampers you with incredible fit, feel and versatility. From the essential styles to the more feminine and luxurious, Silk Reflections Pantyhose is the wardrobe necessity that rewards you with a little luxury."

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Hanes Plus-Size Silk Reflections
Pantyhose

Hanes Pantyhose Style: 00P16
$6.95 pair

Silky Sheer Control Top Enhanced Toe Pantyhose

Panty: 91% Nylon 9% Spandex
Leg: 85% Nylon 15% Spandex

"Silky, soft and beautiful - that's how your legs will look and feel every day. Silk Reflections Pantyhose pampers you with incredible fit, feel and versatility. From the essential styles to the more feminine and luxurious, Silk Reflections Pantyhose is the wardrobe necessity that rewards you with a little luxury."

Hanes Pantyhose Sizing Guide

Hanes Plus-Size Silk Reflections
Easy On Comfort Pantyhose

Hanes Pantyhose Style: 0A660
$6.95 pair

Silk Reflections Control Top Easy On Comfort Pantyhose

Panty: 87% Nylon, 13% Spandex
Leg: 85% Nylon, 15% Spandex

"Easy On Comfort Control Top - A control top made with a special smoothing finish that allows the Pantyhose to easily slide on and off the body for quick, stress-free dressing, no matter what dress size you are that day. The softer finish also minimizes friction and discomfort throughout the day."

Hanes Pantyhose Sizing Guide

Hanes Plus-Size
Absolutely Ultra Sheer Pantyhose

Hanes Pantyhose Style: 00P29
$6.50 pair

Hanes Pantyhose with a hint of sheer color to enhance your natural skin tone.

Panty: 82% Nylon, 18% Spandex
Leg: 100% Nylon

Hanes Pantyhose Sizing Guide