noun
definition
A band worn around the leg to hold up a sock or stocking.
definition
A bendlet.
Examples of garters in a Sentence
His high-water trousers exposed black silk socks with little ladders up the sides, held in place with garters, something Dean hadn't seen in decades.
Fremont is situated in a good agricultural region; oil and natural gas abound in the vicinity; and the city has various manufactures, including boilers, electro-carbons, cutlery, bricks, agricultural implements, stoves and ranges, safety razors, carriage irons, sash, doors, blinds, furniture, beet sugar, canned vegetables, malt extract, garters and suspenders.
The evidence may be examined at length in Nicolas and Beltz; it is indisputable that in the wardrobe account from September 1347 to January 1349, the 21st and 23rd Edward III., the issue of certain habits with garters and the motto embroidered on them is marked for St George's Day; that the letters patent relating to the preparation of the royal chapel of Windsor are dated in August 1348; and that in the treasury accounts of the prince of Wales there is an entry in November 1348 of the gift by him of " twenty-four garters to the knights of the Society of the Garter."
The queen consort, the wives and daughters of knights, and some other women of exalted position, were designated " Dames de la Fraternite de St George," and entries of the delivery of robes and garters to them are found at intervals in the Wardrobe Accounts from the 50th Edward III.
Choose from their sizzling Retro Pinup Pink Polka Dot set that features a G-string, garter belt, garters and a peekaboo bra top, their Long Sleeve Fishnet Teddy or one of the dozens of other hot lingerie selections offered.
Use the detachable garters that are on most bustiers and attach a pair of nylon stockings for a sensual, feminine feeling.
Available in plum and black, in sizes up to 44, this bustier features removable garters and a matching G-string.
Floral lace trim and removable garters make this lovely mesh and charmeuse bustier ultra sexy and romantic.
Don't forget your black thigh-high stockings to go with the garters!
Some corsets come with attached garters, so you have the option of wearing your sexiest thigh-high stockings with them.
If pantyhose aren't your favorite thing to wear or you just like the look of garters, wearing plus size garter panties combines the convenience of not wearing a garter belt with a sexy twist.
Air can circulate better under a skirt or dress with garters instead of more confining nylons.
Instead of wearing a panty, garter belt and stockings, garter panties allow you to wear a panty with garters already attached.
This is a convenient way to get the appeal of garters without having to fumble with a belt.
Women have the option to wear pantyhose, so when they show a preference for garters and stockings, it's usually not for convenience.
The lacy skirt is delicate and feminine, while the garters are not only useful but add to a retro look with a modern twist.
A skirted garter thong panty comes with adjustable garters and a flirty little skirt.
Because you attach the garters yourself, you can either have the more standard four-garter set or even eight garters for more security.
Sure, they're functional, but no one really needs garters when pantyhose are readily available.
Although bustiers tend not to have garters, many of the styles at Hips and Curves do, although they are usually detachable.
Long-leg panty girdles are also available with extra support panels in the tummy area, high waists and detachable garters.
The bottom may be a bikini, a skort or a G-string, and some sets even include matching garters.
There is a strap that goes around the neck and it comes with a G-string as well as garters and stockings.
For those who love the look of seamed stockings but not the garters, these are for you.
It's a very sweet and sexy piece of lingerie, especially when it's worn as it used to be with garters and stockings.
It has a low back with a hook back closure, adjustable straps and garters and comes with a matching G-string.
Even if it doesn't come with garters, add some thigh-high stockings.
Other items to include on your list are veils and headpieces, garters, and jewelry.
The back laces up and there are even detachable garters, as well as a matching thong.
Trousers became a suit choice in the 1970s, allowing women to finally look professional without having to wear garters and stockings, or even hose.
There are other variations to the sexy bunny costume that are tighter, different colors (pink is also popular), feathers, garters and other fun touches.
They were only available in thigh-high varieties and had to be secured with garters.
While there are plenty of nylons that need help staying up with garters, some lace-top varieties feature elastic that allows the stockings to stay up on their own.
Lejaby - The "Elixir" collection from this French lingerie designers Lejaby includes red and black bras, panties and garters.
Finally, don't forget that lingerie needs special care when washing to prevent damaging the items, so it is always best to handwash your sexy French bras, panties, corsets, garters and stockings.
Even though garters were briefly considered old-fashioned, many women have fallen in love with them again for their undeniable allure.
A lot of the panties you'll find at the site have attached garters and are available in a range of sizes, including those for plus size ladies.
Garters are commonplace, as well as panties that have full coverage.
A couple of them include detachable garters for that extra exotic look in the bedroom.
In addition to bras that seek to do whatever you need and their ability to be worn with a variety of garment styles, Victoria's Secret catalog also contains panties, nightgowns, chemises, garters, robes and corsets.
Stockings require support and garters provide it.
Although garters aren't as popular as they once were (when they were the only option for holding up stockings), many women still love the look and sexy quality that this item provides.
The garter belt is the lingerie item that fits around a woman's waist; garters are attached to it.
Garters had been around for centuries before garter belts came on the scene and it wasn't just women who wore them.
Men also wore stockings and the only way to keep them up on the leg was to hold them in place with garters.
You can find new garters at lingerie stores such as Victoria's Secret and Frederick's of Hollywood, but if vintage is more your style, there are vintage retailers as well as online sites who specialize in this area.
Corsets and girdles are still made with attached garters, but for a romantic rendezvous, you'll want to attach stockings to something sexier, like a teddy or bustier.
Garters feature a heart-shaped adjustment tab.
Made by the brand Music Notes and available at Yandy.com, this style is one size fits most and has detachable garters.
Garters attach in the front just below two lace-up features and in the center back of the tanga panty.