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 Garter belts were invented in the early 20th century to make wearing stockings simpler and more convenient.
Garter belts usage went hand in hand with corset wearing to mold and shape the torso into a desired shape for artistic or orthopaedic purposes.

 Garter belts are classic sexy lingerie used to hold up stockings, and since a garter is both comfortable & lightweight, they gained popularity as women wanted an alternative to hot and restrictive girdles (a larger garment designed both to shape the body and to hold up suspenders) in the 1940s to 1960s, especially among teens and young women.

 Female undergarments Garter belts can be worn in place of pantyhose to hold up stockings, As trouserbraces held up pants for men.
Now, however,these days women have the choice of conventional nylons or the sheer sophistication of garter belts and stockings.

 For practical purposes Garter belts continue to be sold , as some individuals may find this option more comfortable than pantyhose.
Garter belts today are available in a variety of colors and materials; the most popular are red or black satin.

 Garter belts and stockings give a woman of feeling of confidence that comes from knowing there is a bit of sexy lingerie underneath that business suit.
Garter belts are seen more and more often by people in showbusiness such as Britney Spears, Christina Aguilara, Lil’ Kim, and several other women who are widely accepted as very sexy people.

 Garter belts continue to be thought of as sexy garments, and can still be found particularly in lingerie stores, and any place where you can buy silk, fishnet or nylon stockings.
Garter belts can also be used as a "bedroom accessory" to heat things up in the bedroom on a special night, it is true that nothing can be more attractive for men than a tiny touch of naughty sexuality, that garter belts usage can connect with.

 If you are going to invest in a garter belt, I personally suggest you pick one with thick straps. Most garter belts that are carried in stores like Victoria's Secret have really thin straps which are nice, but those are designed to be taken off, not to be worn for everyday use.

 Go to the online lingerie retailer Secrets in Lace to view a selection of really nice garter belts in very pretty and enticing colors which are designed in the same style as the functional ones made in the 1940s and 50s. Once you have picked one out, invest in some nice stockings and go from there!

 When you put on your garter belt, make sure the back is fastened properly. Most garter belts have little hooks at the back similar to ones found on bras, so make sure its fit nice and snug to avoid having it come undone during the day.
Next, pull on your stockings.
The best way to do this, and the easiest way for me personally is to sit down on the edge of the bed and (carefully) roll the stockings up each leg.

 If the stocking top (or welt) does not quite reach the garter clasp, lengthen the straps of your garters to make them longer.
Whatever you do, don't stretch the stocking to make it go up higher.
This will create a very nasty run in your stocking.
Unhook the clasps (most garter belt straps have traditional 'hook and eye' style clasps) and very gently pull the top of the welt in thru the clasp and fasten it tightly.

 After you have attached the front two garter straps to your stockings, stand up and repeat the same process for the ones in the back.
You will probably have to stand in front of a mirror to adjust the back straps, just make sure they are attached right in the middle of the stocking.

 Last but not least, give yourself a once over in the looking glass.

• Are your straps straight?
• Are the clasps hooked nice and tight?
• Do you look ultra sexy?
• If so, then you are ready to get adorned for the day!

 So ladies, Throw the pantyhose and give stockings and garters a try! You will feel so beautiful and feminine all day long, and your lover will most certainly appreciate the little extra effort you put into your ensemble when you get undressed at the end of the day!