We all know that fashion goes in a circle, with 1980’s fashion being popular now, but who would have guessed this next comeback: garters. When I think about garters, I think about the traditional lace garter worn by brides, or pin up girls.
Garters have been making there comeback lately, appearing on runways, stage performances and even on the street. Once a traditional belt restricted to functional purposes, garters are now bringing a new flirty edge to lingerie and ready to wear fashion. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show featured garters on corsets and bottoms. Fashion icons Beyonce and Katy Perry wore them at the MTV Europe Music Awards. Beyonce went for a sexy red bodysuit, while Katy Perry wore a pair of tights with a printed image of garters.
The market for garters seems to be increasing with the rising population of printed tights and thigh- high stockings. Recent designs are making the possibilities endless, leading to the assumption that garters are going to stay around for quite some time.
Kylie Minogue shows some leg (and garter) in black Jean Paul Gaultier. Photo: AP
, here we come!
Garter belts and other racy hosiery are enjoying a boost in sales thanks, British department store
Debenhams says, to warm weather and celebrity trendsetters, the Daily Mail reports.
Katy Perry will take those flowers anytime, guys.
"The unpredictable spring and summer weather as well as a growing number of celebrities showcasing their
stockings on stage and at star-studded events may be behind the trend,"
Debenhams spokeswoman Ruth Attridge told the paper.
"We've had to change our buying patterns to accommodate customer demand."
As we previously reported, stars like
Perry, Lily Allen and Taylor Momsen have been seen out and about with exposed garters, while
pop diva Kylie Minogue also recently rocked the sexy boudoir belt.
Looks like their "hard work" paid off --
Debenhams claims that their most popular style -- a black
garter with sequins, embroidery and bows -- has seen a 238 percent sales increase in the last month, according to the paper.
Of course, one celeb by the name of Mother Nature may also be playing a part.
"Our British summer has started in the traditional way with frequent spells of sun and rain in the same day, leaving British women up in air about what to wear," explains Attridge.
"
Stockings and suspenders [Brit terminology for garters], just like
leggings, have become the popular alternative to tights.
"They provide coverage for legs on an unexpectedly chilly day, but at the same time are cooler than
tights and far more comfortable to wear in over-heated City offices."
And did we mention that they make a great hiding spot for your dollar bills!
So go on and flash those thighs, ladies. But maybe lay off the
minis for a while, yeah?
