Watch VideoGirlAry’s full review of the Goldenpoint Black Sheer Hold-Ups. In this video she unboxes a fresh pair of these Italian-designed stay-ups and tries them on with two different outfits, giving a candid verdict on fit, sheer quality, and the classic silicone-band construction.
The packaging presents a clean black-and-white image of the hold-up and carries the description velata 20, meaning 20 denier sheer, with a lace band and a Made in Italy design credit. The pair arrived in size XS, and the sizing chart on the back of the pack provides length guidance. VideoGirlAry notes the elastic band was untouched and the stockings looked genuinely new out of the box, which she points out is not always a given.
Here is a summary of the key observations from the review:
- Denier: 20, giving a light sheer finish
- Lace band: classic silicone-backed lace top holds without additional support
- Sheen and sheerness: velatura described as ottima before stretching
- Sizing: XS ran noticeably small, barely reaching mid-thigh
- Stretch effect: heavy pulling to fit caused visible thread distortion across the leg
- Toe seam: present and noted as potentially uncomfortable if the length is off
- Lace pattern: small floral motif on the band
The main issue raised throughout the review is sizing. Hold-ups are expected to sit at mid-thigh, but the XS pair reached only just above the knee even after considerable effort. VideoGirlAry stresses that size up is the right advice here, and that the stretching required to get them on began to show the individual threads of the fabric, affecting the otherwise clean sheerness. She is careful to separate this from any fault in the product construction, noting that Goldenpoint is not to blame for the sizing mismatch.
VideoGirlAry styled the hold-ups with two looks: a long red Asian-inspired dress with a side split that allowed the stocking top to show clearly, and a second outfit pairing a satin slip dress with a long jacket. In both cases the lace band and sheer leg were visible, and she found the first outfit more flattering overall. She also recommends applying body lotion before putting on sheer hosiery to reduce the risk of snags, having already caught a thread on a fingernail during the try-on.
On the question of the silicone-band hold-up style itself, VideoGirlAry is candid that this classic construction is not her personal preference, describing it as having a boudoir feel she finds dated compared to regular elasticated stockings. She separates this opinion clearly from the product quality assessment.
The final score given is 6 out of 10. The sheer quality of the fabric is considered good when the stocking is not over-stretched, the lace detailing is neat, and the band does its job. The score is held back primarily by the tight sizing in XS and by the visible thread distortion that results from pulling the stocking further than it is comfortably designed to go. Anyone considering this style is advised to check the size chart carefully and consider going up at least one size.
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