Kitten-Boxed Lace Wet Look Tights with Elasticized Thigh 7-8502K

What these are

The Kitten-Boxed 7-8502K is a pair of black thigh-high stockings banded alternately in floral rose lace and high-shine wet look panels. They are part of the Kitten-Boxed line from Allure Lingerie, and they sit in our Tights range. The design runs the full length of the leg, from a lace band at the top of the thigh down to a lace foot, so the two textures repeat rather than appearing only as a single trim.

The banded lace and wet look design

The leg is built from alternating horizontal bands, which is what distinguishes this style from a plain lace thigh-high. Starting at the top of the thigh, a deep panel of floral rose lace gives way to a solid wet look band across the lower thigh and knee, then returns to lace down the calf, drops into a second wet look band, and finishes with lace over the ankle and foot.

The lace itself is an open floral pattern — large roses with trailing leaves and stems, worked so the skin reads clearly through the ground mesh. The wet look panels are the opposite: solid, opaque and reflective, with the high-gloss surface that gives the finish its name. Set side by side in bands, each one makes the other more noticeable, and the contrast is what carries the look rather than any applied trim or hardware.

Each leg finishes in a narrow plain band at the very top of the lace. The stockings are separate legs rather than a joined pantyhose body, so they are worn as a pair of thigh-highs.

How to put them on

Gather each stocking from the foot upward before you start, the same way you would with any fine-gauge hosiery. Open lace of this kind snags on rings, long nails and rough skin on the heel, so it is worth easing the foot in first, settling the lace flat across the toes, then drawing the leg up in stages rather than pulling from the top band.

Once both legs are on, square the bands up against each other. Because the lace and wet look sections sit at fixed heights on the leg, the pair reads best when the two wet look panels line up at the same point across both knees — a small adjustment that is easy to make while standing and hard to fix once you are dressed.

Looking after them

Hosiery that combines fine lace with a coated wet look finish is generally kept separate from the regular wash. Follow the care instructions on the tag supplied with the item; as a rule, lace and coated finishes of this type are hand washed in cool water with a mild detergent, never wrung out, and dried flat away from direct heat. Fabric softeners, bleach and tumble dryers are best avoided on coated panels, and storing the pair flat rather than folded over a hanger keeps the gloss from creasing.

Who they suit

These are for adults shopping for statement hosiery rather than everyday legwear. The banded construction is deliberately graphic, so they work as the focal point of an outfit — under a short hem where the band placement is visible, or as part of a lingerie set for the bedroom. If you prefer something quieter, a plain sheer or a simple all-over lace from the Kitten-Boxed range will suit you better; the appeal here is specifically the lace-against-gloss contrast.

They also pair easily with the black-on-black outfits that show the wet look panels to best advantage, and the open rose lace keeps the overall effect from reading as heavy, even in a full black colourway.

Good to know

• Sold as a single pair of thigh-high stockings.
• Fine lace is delicate by design. Remove rings and check for rough nails or snagged skin before handling.
• Keep the coated panels away from direct heat, bleach and fabric softener.
• For adults 18 and over.
• Orders ship in plain, unbranded outer packaging with no product description on the label.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these stockings or pantyhose?

They are stockings — two separate thigh-high legs, not a joined pantyhose body. Each leg finishes with a band at the top of the thigh and is worn independently of the other.

What are the wet look panels like compared with the lace?

The wet look bands are a solid, smooth, high-gloss fabric that is opaque rather than sheer, where the lace sections either side of them are open and see-through. The two finishes alternate down the leg, so the look changes from band to band.

Do the feet have an open or closed toe?

The foot is closed and worked in the same floral rose lace as the leg panels, so the pattern continues over the ankle, instep and toes rather than stopping at the ankle.

How is this order packaged for delivery?

Every order ships discreetly in plain outer packaging. There is no branding, product imagery or description of the contents printed on the outside, and the billing line is non-descriptive.

Can I machine wash them?

Follow the care tag supplied with the item rather than a general rule. Lace and coated wet look finishes are normally hand washed in cool water and dried flat, since machine agitation and heat are what damage both fine lace and a gloss surface.

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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Adult novelty device for adults 18 and over. Consult a licensed healthcare professional before use, especially if you have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.