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For centuries, stockings were the apparel of choice for royalty. From King Charles IX to Queen Elizabeth I, kings and queens wore hosiery. Learn the history of pantyhose, stockings, and thigh highs in our fashion infographic.
For centuries, stockings were the apparel of choice for royalty. From King Charles IX to Queen Elizabeth I, kings and queens wore hosiery. It wasn’t until the industrial revolution when stockings became available for the masses. Here’s a summary of the evolution of stockings, including the invention of thigh highs.
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