Temptation Thursday: New Oroblu

Having recently re-fallen in love with Oroblu, I'm quite ecstatic over the arrival of their spring line. Maybe they can hire me as a product-tester or something. I'd work for cheap....or food...food would be fine...

Melissa Tights

Dalila Tights

Brigitta Tights

Viviana Hold Ups

Sonia Hold Ups

Alice Knee-His

Tights Tuesday: Oroblu Priscilla Tights

This week's pick from UK Tights is another pair of fashion tights from Oroblu. Suddenly, it seems, I can't get enough Oroblu. Every pair of tights I've tried from this brand feels amazing, and I'm loving all of the different designs of their fashion tights.

The Oroblu Priscilla Tights are certainly no exception. I can't think of any other tights I've seen with this type of design. It starts with a sheer to waist black style. As is apparently always the case with Oroblu, the tights are incredibly soft, comfortable and smooth. They feel like a luxury brand.

On top of that is a gorgeous floral lace panty effect. It's kind of done in a boy short type style, so the bottom of the effect cuts straight across the high-thigh area. The pattern is then repeated below the knee and above the ankle on both legs. It's almost like a knee-high effect, except the foot is completely sheer. The detail is very intricate and gorgeous. I pretty much fell in love with these tights immediately. What I also love about them, is that you can wear them with shoes to show off the detail or you could wear them with boots and they could look like just plain black tights. So you can get a few different looks from them.

The tights are sheer at 20 denier and have a completely sheer toe. They are made from a blend of 89% nylon and 11% elastane. The tights have flat seams, are not boarded, and have a cotton gusset. They come in black only and are available in 3 different sizes, comfortably fitting heights between 4'9" and 5'11". These tights cost £13.95 (about $22.50). These tights compare very favorably to Wolford, although I imagine you'd pay twice as much for a similar style from Wolford. As always, I'm very, very impressed with the quality and feel of Oroblu...and quite pleasantly surprised by the price.

Tights Tuesday: Oroblu....Part 2

I'm sure you've noticed the new layout of my blog. If you have a second, and you wouldn't mind, I dropped a poll, about this layout. So far, it seems to be a mixed bag of like and dislike, so I'd definitely love to hear everyone's opinion.

Also, I apologize to the three individuals (so far) I gave a headache to. It certainly wasn't my intention...

You might remember a week ago, my pick from UK Tights to review was the Oroblu Couture Tresor 10 Tights. At the time, I stated that I actually like these tights better than the comparable alternatives from Wolford and Falke, among others, despite the much more reasonable price tag.

This week I'm back to review the 20 denier version of the same tights. This is exciting to me because 20 is usually my denier count of choice because I like the balance of sheerness and durability at that count. In fact, I generally credit the Wolford Individual 20 tights for originally making me into the tights addict that I am now, way back in the day.

The Couture Tresor 20 Tights feel every bit as luxurious as the 10s. The softness and smoothness on the legs are seldom matched and never exceeded by any of the tights I've ever tried...and I've tried a lot, as you know. They also look great on the legs. While less transparent than the 10s, they still remain quite sheer and give off a very subtle shine, as well. These tights are a must-have and will be put to good use as they stand up to any occasion, regardless of how formal or casual it might be. And trust me, you will instantly fall in love with these and want to wear them as much as possible.

These tights have a slightly higher nylon count than the 10 denier. They're actually an 85/15 blend of nylon and lycra. They come in 4 different colors and 5 different sizes, so you're pretty much guaranteed to find your perfect look and fit. Just to review, they're sheer to waist, boxed, have flat seams, cotton gusset and a signature waistband.

I just can't say enough good things about these tights. I wish I could buy a pair for everyone who reads this because I know you'd all instantly fall in love with them. Take it from someone who's tried a lot of tights, few, if any, feel and look this good. They really are a must have.

Temptation Thursday: More Oroblu

I have to admit...after Tuesdays review, I can't get Oroblu out of my mind. The good news is, I have another wonderful review for them coming up next week.

But in the meantime, I want to hoard pretty much everything they've come out with lately. Here are just a few examples...

Samantha Tights

Rachel Cotton Tartan Tights

Gladys Hold Ups

Karen Hold Ups

Annis Lurex Tights

Felicity Footless Leggings

Tights Tuesday: Oroblu Gets More Luxurious?

I was shocked when I realized that it had been over a year since I've reviewed tights from Oroblu. I certainly think of them as one of my favorite brands but somehow they've slipped through the cracks recently. I'm glad to have finally gotten the chance to give them a try and report back to you.

Oroblu makes a staggering variety of tights in different patterns, colors, and sheer-ness. The common thread (if you will) that I've noticed among the different ones that I've tried, however, is the quality. On the one hand, it's probably not surprising, as the quality out of Italy is in a league of its own, and often times, I find myself thinking that I'm wearing a much more expensive pair of tights than I really am when I'm wearing Italian-made. On the other hand, Oroblu may be taking things to a different level, even within their own country, when it comes to quality.

There may be no better example than the Oroblu Couture Tresor 10 Tights, my pick this week from UK Tights. The 'Couture' collection is intended to be the luxury line within a brand name that wasn't exactly short on luxury to begin with. But, again, as I find myself saying a lot, the luxury is in the details. It starts, in fact, before you even remove the tights from the package. In place of the standard envelope-like packaging that tights almost always come in, is a tailored box. It's supposed to give a gift-like feel to the tights, but I think it also adds a level of value to the tights, as in, these aren't just your ordinary tights you're getting into right now.

So do the tights stand up to the packaging?

The '10' in the name of the tights stands for the denier count. I've tried 10 denier tights in a number of luxury brands, such as Falke and Wolford and have come away with the same feeling every time: that these tights were a bit too on the delicate side and needed to be treated as such. Often times, as the day goes along, those tights would sag down and wrinkle a bit on the leg, mainly, I think, because I had to be so careful putting them on and tugging them up. I had really begun to think that 10 denier tights just weren't for me.

The Couture Tresor 10 are just the opposite. They look sheer and yet feel very durable. The stay super-smooth on the leg and don't bunch up anywhere. They also keep their shape and don't stretch out (a problem I've had with 10 denier in the past). This is all due to 'double covered' yarns that Oroblu uses in the manufacture of these tights, which result in the added shape and durability.

These tights also possess added little details such as a signature waistband and a boxed design. The signature waistband might seem insignificant, in a way, but when you own as many tights as I do, being able to quickly identify a pair is a very nice addition.

The tights are sheer to waist and have a cotton gusset. They are a blend of 75% nylon and 25% lycra. They come in 4 different sizes so you should find a comfortable fit if you're anywhere from 4'9" to 6'1". The come in three different colors: black, blue-chic, and cosmetic. They cost £16.27 ($25).

Similar tights from Wolford will cost you about $10 more. Similar tights from Falke will cost you about $8 more. I hope what I say next wont cause the hosiery gods to strike me down (there are such gods, didn't you know?). If all three pairs of tights had the exact same price, I'd recommend the Oroblu. That's right...the exact same price. I honestly find these tights to be more comfortable, smooth, and durable and, thus, longer lasting. The money you save from buying Oroblu is just an added bonus.

New at UK Tights

UK Tights continues to be one of my go-to sites for leg wear purchases. They are constantly updating their inventory and always seem to have all of the newest styles.

Here are a few of my favorites right now:

Le Bourget Jeans Leggings

Oroblu Naomi Fashion Lurex Wide Net Tights

Charnos Fishnet Control Top Tights

New Fashion Legwear

Here are just some of the things I'm lusting over in the leg wear world at the moment. This is typically the time when I'd put in a huge order at UK Tights...that is, if I hadn't blown my entire paycheck at Home Depot already. Oh well...I guess crown moldings are pretty exciting too....right...I mean, aren't they........anybody?

Hudson Mermaid Fashion Tights

Hudson Fashion Stay Up Capri Leggings

Oroblu Angie Fashion Leggings

Oroblu Penelope Fashion Leggings

Kunert Deep Lace Stockings

New Hold Ups

Pictured here is the latest from Oroblu, a high-quality stocking brand out of Europe. I've had the opportunity to try a few different hosiery products from Oroblu, and I've always come away impressed.

Maybe it's just guys like me, but I've always been intrigued by the sexiness of a stay-ups and gartered stockings. The Alexia Hold Up is Oroblu's attempt to combine the two. To me, it looks like a success.

This hold up rises to about the mid thigh area, where a strap connects it, right at a small bow, to a lace garter done in a detailed diamond pattern that wraps around the upper-thigh. There is definitely something very 'cabaret' about this style, that I really enjoy.

It is quiet sheer at 15 denier, and should feel especially nice on the leg as it is 84% nylon. At £16.95 (about $25), it's affordable enough that it might be worth adding to the collection.

Color Me Happy

We're shedding our basic tans and blacks today for a more colorful look. As the day's get shorter and the temperature drops the time comes to break out the colorful tights. And oh are there plenty of options out there, whether you're looking for solid colors or prefer a pattern. Following is just a sample of what's out there right now, with more to come in the future:



Celeste Stein Designs Lurex Tights

65% nylon 35% cotton

$32












Jonathan Aston Rose Glass Lace and Opaque Tights

86% nylon and 14% elastane; 40 denier

£ 10.00 ($16.79)

Oroblu All Colors 50 Slide Touch Tights

90% nylon and 10% elastane; 50 denier

Available in 15 different colors.

£ 10.00 ($16.71)

Jonathan Aston Spot Seam Tights

91% nylon and 9% elastane; 15 denier

Available in 3 different colors.

£ 8.00 ($13.43)

Aristoc Wet Look Tights

90% nylon and 10% elastane; 80 denier

Available in 2 colors

£ 14.68 ($24.65)

Jonathan Aston Leopard Print Tights

95% nylon and 5% elastane; 40 denier

Available in 4 colors.

£8.95 ($15.03)

Pamela Mann 50 Denier Tights

Lycra based tights.

Available in 19 different colors!

£4.99 ($8.38)

Cette Manhattan Fashion Tights

66% polyamide, 27% polypropylene, 6% elastane, 1% cotton

40 denier

Horizontal lines. Available in 2 colors.

£13.65 ($22.92)

Trasparenze Fedora Tights

85% polyamide, 15% elastane, opaque tights.

Diamond shaped pattern. Available in 2 colors.

£12.95 ($21.75)

Wolford Velvet DevLuxe 50

84% nylon and 15% elastane; 50 denier

Available in 13 different colors.

£18.00 ($30.23)

So....what's YOU'RE favorite color?

More Floral Tights

One of my recent purchases from tights manufacturer, Oroblu, is the Cherie Fashion Tights. Few in my collection are prettier and more detailed than these. They are cream colored tights done in a very soft micro-net material. I can't stress enough how soft these are. They feel like the smoother sheer tights on, and may even look so from a distance, but, up close, you can see that these are actually net.

All over the tights is a lovely floral pattern, done in white. It begins up at the sheer waist and continues throughout the tights all the way down to the sheer toe. The toe is finished with a flat seams. In addition the tights have a cotton gusset.

Honestly, I'm not sure I can do these tights any justice with my words and descriptions. Just look at the picture and you'll see all you need to know. Who couldn't use a pair of tights with such an intricate pretty design? The best part is, they feel great too, from the moment you put them on in the morning to when you take them off at night, you'll look great and feel pretty as well. I consider these a must have.

The tights are 92% polyamide and 8% elastane. In addition, they are 30 denier. They retail for a very reasonable £11.95 and they are made in Italy. I am very glad I got these, they instantly became one of my favorites. I plan on wearing them a lot.

Feeling a Little Blu

My first purchase from Italian hosiery manufacturer, Oroblu, was the Magie 20 Brilliant tights. As the name might suggest, these are sheer tights with a shimmering sheen to them. The shine is quite brilliant and eye-catching, without being over the top. Upon putting them on this morning, I was really taken by how good these look. In addition to their look and shine, these tights project a quality of tights that cost twice as much.

They are completely sheer throughout, save for a reinforced toe with a flat seam. In terms of comfort, you can't beat these. They really feel good all over. While I'm always partial to tights that are sheer throughout, I can't get over how good these feel on and how perfectly they fit. I almost feel as though they are made for me.

These have been around for a while now, and they're starting to disappear from many of the websites where I've seen them. But I did still find them on the website above for €8,32 ($12). This is a really really good price. I would compare these look and feel wise to Falke, and it's usually pretty tough to find Falke tights at anywhere near this price.

They are 89% nylon, and 11% elastane with a denier count of 20. They also have a cotton gusset. They come in size small to 'maxi' (XXL), so you can probably find a pair to fit you regardless of your shape and size. They also come in 8 different colors. I got mine in black, but, after looking at the picture here, I may go back for a lighter shade too. I really like the way they look.