The pantyhose

Once I was asked at RTL Boulevard what I really could no longer accept and I answered: the pantyhose. I have never scared more women slash angry slash made sad. For that, my apologies. I meant the 15 denier boring pantyhose. I still think so. If you choose a stocking, make a statement and opt for a sturdy stocking (also much less fragile) or for a sexy net pattern.

In fashion, it has been known for some time; stockings (unless explicitly stated) are out of the question. Karin Swerink (editor-in-chief of Vogue so she should know) always walks bare-legged under her black dresses. Even when it’s freezing at 10 degrees. Fashion before comfort.

But what did my eye see during Milan and Paris Fashion Week. THE PANTY! Back!

Thank goodness with a twist. So I can keep my head up.

MaxMara showed it thin but in the color of the outfit (so orange or white or green) with a fashionable sock up to the knee. Everything in one color. Frida Gianini sent her Gucci models down the runway with a sexy net pantyhose. I could still remain true to my Boulevard statement because these were both pantyhose with a twist. Exactly as I had preached.

Until I got to sit in the front row at King Karl's Chanel show. Cara Delevigne, Miranda Kerr, Saskia de Brauw… in mouthwatering looks  that were styled with… a skin-colored pantyhose with a shine. I rest my case, Karl is the boss so I bow humbly. But putting it on is another thing. You may, but I pass.