Fishnet Stockings are usually made of nylon, or a mixture of nylon and spandex, called Lycra, or industrial net. They come in a variety of colors, but black is still the most sold color, they also come in different net structures such as

Fence Net Stockings

a fishnet with bigger holes

Industrial Net Lycra Fishnet Stockings

made of Lycra, and stronger than regular nylon fishnets. Lycra Fishnet Stockings keep their shape, and it seems to pay out, to spend.a little bit more money, if you want to wear your Fishnet Stockings more than just once.

There has always been a certain stigma attached to Fishnet Stockings, since they were mostly worn by showgirls, exotic dancers, or strictly for private us in the bedroom.

As times and fashions have changed, and people see their idols, such as rock stars wearing them in their music videos, Fishnet Stockings became more and more acceptable as street wear.