Since I professionally sit almost all day, I like to put on support stockings, so I bend the "thick" legs. Until now mainly bought socks from Kunert and worn. In my view, this Strümpf equal, but much cheaper. The seams are bound off (as far as I know this) and therefore have no disturbing "hill" or press in the toes or hacking. In addition, outstanding supporting effect throughout the day, do not look "medical" and are neutral in color carry a suit. Only the cuff is (for me anyway) too tight and some evenings I have little (really only slight) tracks from the waistband to the skin. Note: am diabetic and pay attention to smooth transitions and seams. Therefore, only four stars would, in any case have to buy me some stockings.