SMART TALK
Don't forget your legs

The Washington Post
Published February 11, 2004

Winter can be harsh on a skirt-wearing lady. But basic pantyhose can be harsher.
(Booorrriiinnnggg.)

Rows of hose at department and lingerie stores are no longer basic
black and nude. Instead, slip on a pair of tights with a personality.
Meredith Sloane and her sister Brooke are the creators of Melonets-
-fishnets with a funky elastic band. They can be dressed up or down--and
they move up and down and do not need a garter belt. "

They can be worn above the knee, below the knee, under a short or long skirt,
as lingerie, or underneath pants," Sloane says.

Melonets come in five styles and can be purchased for about $28 a pair
at www.melonfashion.com.

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