Unsure whether not suitable

I'm very glad to have found this topic - on pantyhose. I've been spending a fortune buying pantyhoses at about RM 19 - 25 per pair from shops. The sales person claims that it can fit the largest hips and longest legs. My torso is shorter compared to my legs, thus it takes a long pair of pantyhose to fit. Being tall for an Asian lady (179cm) and with a large frame (80kg and hips size 40 inches), you will understand that it is a big challenge to find stockings that fit me in Malaysia.

When I visit the US, I'll stock up on brands like Hanes or Hue. They are pricey but sometimes when you find them on sale or at the clearance bin, it is definitely worth buying, given my circumstance. After going through this thread, I visited progressive socks and bought a dozen of the R3295 and a couple of the R3313 and R3312 to try. Here's my experience :-

R 3295 in 209; glossy finish but very elegant when I wear to the office. The shade suits my skin perfectly looking very natural. All my colleagues were keen as well! However, despite the specifications on all the packs M-XL (150 - 180 cm) and waist is 85 - 110 cm, I must say that it takes a lot of pre-stretching before it truly fits. If not, the waistband drops to my hips after a few minutes.

Because the material is so sheer (and thin), pre-stretching causes the seams at the crotch to tear easily. By mid day, I'll notice a 20 sen size hole at the crotch. Thankfully, it is such a strategic location because no one can see it! But I figured it is worth it for me to buy more than a dozen on wholesale price. Unfortunately it is only good for 1 use. By the end of the day, the hole widens to a diameter of 2 inches. Definitely can't wear a 2nd time.

R3313 in 208; less glossy compared to the above (could it be due to the shade?) and the length is at least 1-2 inches shorter (QC problem?). More pre-stretching is required. Material just as sheer and thin as R3295, but this one is sheer all the way to the waist. Additional reinforcement at the waistband (maybe cos already sheer to top) and yes, tears at the crotch; larger tear than the 3295 perhaps due to the vigorous pre-stretching. Love this as I can wear my side slit skirts but not showing the regular pantyhose line when I'm seated.

R3312 in 208; similar to 3313 but has additional thong shaped cloth panel at the crotch to waist area. Maybe it doubles up for people who do not wish to wear underwear. Length wise same as 3313. Also vigorous pre stretching needed. Mini skirts, no problem.

I just wish to give you ladies (and gentlemen) an idea of the fit coming from the perspective of a large frame tall lady. While earlier posts may claim that the R3295 is very stretchable, my experience has been far from it. Yes, stretchy but not too much due to thin material. The Japanese brands I buy from Isetan L-LL is far more stretchable and their pack says fits up to 103cm waist. The material is only slightly thicker compared with R3295. So caveat emptor.

My wishlist : R3313 of R3312 in shade 209 glossy that stretches like the Isetan Japanese stockings. That would be my ideal pantyhose. In fact, went to their shop today to restock and they didn't stock the 209 shade! I suppose the 208 is OK but does look a little darker on me. I had to settle for # 208 R3295 and R3312.

Seems Mr Khong did not order the 209 shade. Strange when there is a high demand for this shade. I think he is too cautious by bringing in only the 208 and black. What about charcoal gray and dark brown? Compared to the black, charcoal gray is a much more elegant shade, in my opinion.

i buy the socks type and not the tights woh ...

Pauline = For your info, it's not QC problem... because that particular model is meant for low waist...

3295 is the glossy shiny type .. while the 3293 & 3313 is not... that's why?? each model have differ characteristic...

This post has been edited by Crys_Crys: Nov 27 2011, 08:42 PM

i bought tights...socks can just wear normal ways..hahaa...

3313 is the low waisted type..R3295 work well with me...no problem

Thanks for the clarification Crys_Crys! No wonder I couldn't pull up my waist! OK, no more 3313 for me then...........

Looking to buy a couple pairs of R3295 and R3312 in nude color. Is that 208?

I am not in KL or Klang so how to buy ah?

Also is the R3295 and R3312 free size?

If anyone want to help, i am willing to pay for postage.

Dear Pauline,

Many thanks for the comphrensive test... on MP products... kindly email to Mr. Khong on your invaluable findings.

And also please suggest various colors and size demands to Mr. Khong.

As for my test as a guy some where at your size I can only fit comfortably on R3293 non glossy and R3295.

As for the color 208 seems to make me slim although color 209 matches my skin tones.

I could not fit comfortably with R3312 and R3313 due to the design for slim girls.

Color 209 does not seems to sell well compare to color 208 and black for R3295.

As for R3293 color 208 sells like hot cakes... you should try this style... :-O

rodyeo

This post has been edited by rodyeo: Nov 27 2011, 10:53 PM

Ask Crys to help you buy... :-)

I really want to buy but i doubt it is available where i am located.

Can you help since you are the defacto pantyhose expert on this forum?

Just skimmed thru some of your posts and most impressive on your knowledge of pantyhose.

i see... i want socks one cause i don't like tights

where you stay?? if you wan i can assist de ... that also if Kenanga got stock

aiks .. hahaha... Tomorrow Kenanga got open ah?

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Added on November 27, 2011, 11:05 pmFor myself, I like 3295 due to de glossiness shiny

I have yet to try the lost waisted one .. wait till i get my hands on a cheongsam that fits me i wear the new one

Gooding asset hard to get cheongsam

This post has been edited by Crys_Crys: Nov 27 2011, 11:05 PM

I stay down in Johor leh.

I don't mind to pay for postage.

What is color difference between 208 and 209? Any sample?

below is what i posted way earlier on the color difference

black



208



209

Nice legs. The 208 and 209 really looks good on you. I prefer the 208, the color tone is more skin tone.

Will it be ok for you to buy and courier to me? I must ask permission first

have you bought before??? should be can if it's open tomorrow. Do you need it urgently??

No lah... I am no expert... it was my ex-gf who inspired me during internship at college days... Now Crys is the key person on pantyhose R&D testing review expert in this forum thread... :-))

Crys is granted dealership to help anyone wish to buy the Mengna Pincai Pantyhose... Yes the wholesale store opens even on weekends and public holidays...


This post has been edited by rodyeo: Nov 28 2011, 12:20 AM

need or not .. hahah ... i just trying to help nia .. plus i need to grab some new black ones

Not urgent. Only when you are free.

Thanks for helping.



This post has been edited by lkyoong: Nov 28 2011, 12:38 AM

how many you need and which model & color?

2 x R3295 in 208
2 x R3312 in 208

Please let me know how much plus the courier? Then PM me your account so that i can make the transfer.

Thanks....