Lovehoney Asymmetric Fishnet Garter Bodystocking

The body-stocking arrived in the usual simple packaging you would expect from similar LH products, or their other stockings and knee-highs for example. Just wrapped around card with a plastic poly bag. Easy to get out, not always possible to reuse for storage. Out of the package I had flashbacks to my emo days with all of the mesh arm-warmers and tights I got from Claire's. But once unravelled, even for how technically shapeless it looks before you put it on, it was remarkably easy to work out which way was up and how to get everything on.The hardest part was possibly getting the collar part on over my head but it wasn't that much of a struggle to get on or off. I am 5'4" also, and I found that the legs were a little long and therefore the material there was a little more lax than I would like. But it isn't noticeable once it's all fixed on properly. There's also a pretty good support in the chest area for what it is, probably especially if you're bustier like I would be (36DD)The asymmetrical design comes in the spiralling dark band in the mid section but the rest of it is pleasingly balanced. The straps around the neck and upper chest in particular are very sexy and have a sort of art deco feel to their lines. The back shows off the butt in a really nice way, but I got it in my head that the dark section at the top of the but looks like the batman sigil and i can't stop thinking about it - I certainly don't mind though! Also, and I can't explain how because it's obviously mostly mesh, but it was oddly kind of good at keeping heat in? Again, not complaining! I hate being freezing in lingerie haha Overall, a really lovely piece, kind of dark and sexy and my boyfriend really enjoyed seeing me in the collar, too. Can only recommend for a very sexy but very comfortable piece!

Very grateful to Lovehoney for sending me this to review as always. I'm only 5'1 so I knew there was probably going to be some issues with the sizing for me when I pulled it out the packet and it just kept going and going - it seems so long! Despite how it looks, it's easy enough to get on and off without becoming tangled up in it. The wide neck and shoulder straps have a texture on the inside and outside of them to help you decipher what way it goes on. The one-size material is of course very stretchy and comfortable to wear. The torso part fits nicely, but the legs and neck strap hang quite loose. If I move around, I can feel the legs falling down and creasing. The collar has a hook-like clasp on the back, but it isn't adjustable. This is a shame because having the loose neck doesn't make the straps across the chest taught, leaving everything to droop up there. My way around it is to knot the neck strap before hooking it on so things are held up better. It feels more like a tight choker like this, but nothing too constricting. Be aware though, getting it off after you've knotted and hooked it makes it harder to get off without assistance. After you're done, it's easy to throw in the washing machine with the rest of your clothes for a good clean. It dries quickly, too. I love the zigzag pattern on the torso - so funky and quirky. It has a sheer cover across your chest and crotch for a bit of cheeky teasing while also giving your body an offbeat hourglass shape. It doesn't really do much for my small boobs, but I suppose seeing them through the mesh is a enough of a turn on for my partner. The back straps that go over my butt look great, but the front ones tend to hang loose and thinly roll up like spaghetti - not very flattering. The frayed edges along the hips and thighs makes it look more worn than it is. Maybe it's to give it that "rough and ready" effect? I don't know. To me it looks like someone has hacked at it with a pair of scissors.It may not be crotchless, but the crotch part is so thin and flexible that you can easily pull it to the side for easy access - no need to take the whole thing off. Speaking of thin, there's barely enough material there to cover my bits and I found myself popping out often. Overall, it's not bad. Some aspects just don't fit me so well. I'm half tempted to cut the legs and neck off so I can be left with the lovely torso (that sounded very serial killer-ish, didn't it? Apologies). As a 5'1 UK size 8, they felt too big on me. I think this may be better suited for those who are taller or have longer legs? My partner liked it a lot more than me, so I'm glad he got that out of it.

Finally, Lovehoney send me something that arrives through the letterbox - non-descript plastic rather than the cardboard box. As usual though, copious inner packaging paper protects the purchase. The body suit comes in the standard Lovehoney stocking pack with a cardboard sleeve including front and rear illustrations. This is actually quite useful in this case as bodysuits can be a bit of a conundrum. Tricky to tell what awaits as remove the inner card, taking care, in my excitement, not to ladder the legs, but as soon as it's on, this body really comes alive! The asymmetric pattern across the tummy looks fantastic and the high cut over my bum gives a great view to the rear. I like the way the integrated choker style collar draws the eye upwards with the adjoining straps seductive across my chest. The stockings give plenty of room for my 31 inch, slightly skinny pins and look suitably hot. The only minor issue is that it is a little loose around the pelvic area, but I have no hips and normally go 6-8 in knickers, so this probably won't be a general issue. The whole thing feels really comfy, as the fishnet adjusts to hug my body. The material is plenty stretchy enough, if a touch 'catchy'. In the bedroom this will be a sure fire hit for instant impact, especially if pre hidden under a robe or similar. It may be a little tricky to gracefully slip out of in the height of passion but that's all part of this seductive style of lingerie. This particular Lovehoney offering is unusually not crotchless. For me, it's too nice to be torn off first time around, so maybe the slacker fit down below will be an advantage after all for sliding swiftly aside.I'm thinking this lacey lovely will be good for at least a couple of outings beyond the front door, so I experiment with a few skirt/short shorts and croppy top combinations. I like what I see, so bring back summer and I can imagine striding out and turning a few heads with the sexy fishnets and striking upper body design.Eventually though it will be time to get 'down and dirty'. Laddered stockings can be such a turn on and I'm excited by the thought of the fun it will be just ripping the whole thing off.