Pantyhose for Men - an introduction

Surprise or not - many men do wear pantyhose (tights in the UK) as a regular clothing item. Why? Why not? If you think a bit you see nothing gender-specific in this garment, except that it was worn mostly by women during the last fifty years.

Well, they wear it for some reasons of course: "Men who wear pantyhose do it to improve athletic performance, energize and revitalize tired, aching leg muscles, and to stimulate circulation if they sit all day. In addition, compression can help reduce swelling and decrease the dangers of circulatory problems. And of course there are many men who simply like the soft material and the comfort that sheer pantyhose provides." (Citation from Wikipedia).

So isn't it ...? No it isn't ...! There are many manufacturers who produce pantyhose exclusively for men, and there are some who produce unisex pantyhose. If you are a men, you might try it for the winter (click here for a list of shops) instead of some bulky undergarments. If you are a woman, you might have found a perfect present for your man.

So why is this page up? To promote the idea of pantyhose for men, and to help those who like the material with practical tips. As it's a relatively new thing, some might feel uncomfortable or confused with the situation - that his legs are covered by pantyhose.

• Read an independent article about why men are wearing pantyhose here!
• Read opinions, comments of pantyhose wearing men here!