Be Wicked! Dancing All Night Bodystocking – Red

Red is the classic lingerie colour, and the Be Wicked! Dancing All Night Bodystocking in red takes that tradition into fishnet. It's a one-piece fishnet lingerie layer with long sleeves and a mock neck, knit in a wide, open net that frames rather than covers. It's the colour to choose for Valentine's Day, an anniversary or any night where the outfit is part of the surprise.

A gift that's easy to get right

Buying lingerie for someone else usually means guessing a size. This piece sidesteps that: it's one size fits most and relies on stretch, so you don't need to know a bra or dress size. It comes boxed, which makes it simple to wrap. Red also needs no explaining as a gift; it says romance before the lid is off. If the person you're buying for prefers understated colours, the black version is the safer choice, but red is the one that gets the bigger reaction.

How the wide fishnet feels

The yarn is 94% nylon and 6% spandex. On the skin it's light, smooth and springy, and the open diamonds leave most of the body bare under a fine red grid. Nothing about it is structured; it's simply stretch net, so it moves with you. Because the net runs right down the sleeves, it looks more dressed-up than a sleeveless bodystocking while showing just as much.

Ways to wear red fishnet lingerie

For a romantic evening at home, wear it alone with a red or black thong and heels, and let the colour do the work. Layer a short black satin robe over it so there's something to take off. For a party, red pairs well with a black leather skirt or a little black dress with a low back so the net shows through. As a costume base it suits a devil, a vampire or a red queen. Gold or black accessories look richer than silver against this shade.

Planning the reveal

If it's part of a surprise, put it on before your partner arrives and wear a long coat or robe over it; red fishnet appearing from under a black coat is a classic moment. Add stockings or heels and one bold lipstick to tie the look together, and keep the lighting low and warm, which makes the red look deeper and richer.

Size and fit

Expect a close, body-hugging fit from neck to wrist. The stretch handles a range of builds, though the look changes: the net opens wider on larger frames and sits tighter on smaller ones. No size chart is published for the style. If you're very tall, the sleeves and body may sit shorter on you than on the model.

Washing and storage

Wash by hand in cold water with a mild detergent and dry flat, away from radiators and sunlight. Avoid bleach, ironing and the dryer. Red dye is the one most likely to run, so wash it alone and never next to white lingerie. Fold it back into its box between wears so the net doesn't catch on other items.

Specifications

• Brand: Be Wicked! Lingerie, Dancing All Night
• Style: wide fishnet with long sleeves and mock neck
• Fabric: 94% nylon, 6% spandex
• Size: one size fits most
• Thong: not included
• Packaging: boxed
• Colour: red. Also in black, purple, hot pink and neon green

Find more gift-ready pieces in Be Wicked! Lingerie or our lingerie collection.