The Color Association‘s started sending a newsletter, entitled Cause for Thought. Monday’s topic covered hosiery from the 1920’s and the history behind the palette. I found it fascinating. When hemlines rose, so did the desire to wear stockings. The colors reflected society’s optimism for a brighter future following World War I.

“The Standard Hosiery Color Card of America was issued in 1927 in co-operation with the National Association of Hosiery and Underwear Manufacturers. This report consists of 88 hues that include: 12 pastel shades  such as Sky Blue, Turquoise and Apple Green, 12 brights such as Yale Blue, Golf Green adn Mandarin, countless beige; Grain, Aloma and Alesan along with taupes ranging from Gravel and Piping Rock.”