A device to assist in the donning of elastic hosiery. The device includes a form for holding the hosiery, one part of which can be spread from the rest to open and stretch the hosiery. The device is elongated to be used in the same manner as a shoehorn. A base may be provided so that the spreading can be foot operated or power operated by use of a hydraulic, pneumatic or mechanical means. The device also is formed so that the stocking will be releasably retained on the device while the ease of sliding the foot into the stocking is enhanced.