Fishnet stockings are stockings with an open, diamond shaped weave. They are an updated, more fashionable replacement old-fashioned nylons or pantyhose. Additionally, they are just plain sexier.

Fishnets have become far more acceptable than in they used to be. They have emerged from the shadowy darkness of strip clubs and burlesque shows, and into the bright light of modern urban everyday women’s wear.

Factors to Consider

There are a number of factors that influence whether fishnet stockings are appropriate for the social setting you intend to wear them to, including the size of the mesh, the color of the stocking, the footwear and clothing it is worn with, and the condition of the stocking.

Mesh Size of the Stocking

Fishnet stockings with a mesh larger than the standard tiny holes (1/16th inch or so when worn) are too risqué for everyday, formal, and (especially) work. If you’re going to go all the way and do large-mesh fishnet stockings – which tend to look a bit slutty – reserve them for funky or punk club-wear.

Color of the Stocking

Black, brown or nude fishnet stockings are typical color for everyday wear, and add a bit of pizzazz and sex appeal to an otherwise ordinary outfit. Flesh toned fishnets hosiery may even be appropriate in some conservative workplaces, and are a fabulous modern alternative to dowdy “flesh-colored” pantyhose.

You can be more adventurous if you wish. Fishnets are now available in almost any shade you can conceive of Bear in mind that in most cases, wearing eye-popping, brightly colored fishnet stockings in an office setting is might raise more than a few eyebrows. if your work environment is more artsy or creative… go for it.

How to Know When Your Fishnets Are Past Their Prime

Even though fishnet stockings consist of thousands of tiny holes, ANY visible snags and tears are completely unacceptable. Throw those damaged stockings out.

Figure-Flattering Fishnets

You can now get control-top fishnets, eliminating grid bum once and for all. You can look good on the outside and feel good on the inside.

Wearing Fishnet Stockings at Work

When incorporating fishnets into your work attire, proceed with caution. They’re hip and sexy—which is what makes them inappropriate in some work environments, even worn with an otherwise conservative outfit.

Unless you work in an open or creative work environment, fishnets may work against you, making you look too racy and possibly even unprofessional when meeting with clients and colleagues.

Fishnets With Pants

You might get away with fishnets at work if you’re discreet enough. Consider wearing fishnet stockings or knee socks under pants, thus revealing only a peek of mesh between the top of your shoe and pant hem.

Fishnets with Skirts and Dresses

Fishnet stockings look stylish with boots, pumps or flat shoes when worn with a skirt, make sure that your dress or skirt’s hemline doesn’t climb any higher than knee length. Mini skirts with fishnet stockings may make you look trashy or slutty. A more stylish option would be a flattering pencil skirt.