XtoysLeg Avenue Cut Out Bodysuit with Thong Back Review
Editor's opinion
This is a statement bodysuit that trades coverage up top for open cut-outs at the sides, finished with a thong back. It suits UK 6 to 12 through stretch alone, so it works best if you sit comfortably in the middle of that range and are happy with hand washing.
Leg Avenue has built this piece around contrast: long sleeves that cover the arms and upper body, set against asymmetrical cut-outs that open across the sides and a thong back that keeps the rear line clean. It is trying to feel both covered and daring at once, which is a deliberate look rather than an accident.
The things worth weighing before you buy are straightforward. This is a one-size garment relying on stretch to span UK 6 to 12, the fabric asks for hand washing, and the cut-out styling is bold by design. None of that is a fault, but each one shapes who the bodysuit is right for.
The good and the bad
What works
- Asymmetrical cut-outs and long sleeves make a genuine style statement
- Seamless construction keeps the line smooth with no bulky seams
- Four-way stretch nylon adapts closely to the body
- Thong back gives a clean, uninterrupted rear line
- No batteries or charging, so nothing to maintain
What to be aware of
- One-size sizing across UK 6 to 12 will fit the middle of that range best
- Hand wash only, so no throwing it in the machine
- Long sleeves plus open sides is a specific look that won't suit every taste
- Thong back is not to everyone's comfort preference
Buy it if
Anyone sitting around the middle of UK 6 to 12 who wants a bold, covered-yet-open look for a special evening, and doesn't mind a little hand washing to keep it in shape.
Skip it if
If you are at either extreme of the size range, or you prefer fuller rear coverage or a machine-washable piece, look to a body with adjustable straps, a proper full-back cut or a more forgiving fabric.
Design and fit
The draw here is the asymmetrical cut-out styling, which opens across the sides to frame the waist and hips, while the long sleeves keep the arms and upper body covered. It is a considered contrast rather than an all-out reveal, and the thong back completes it with a smooth line from behind.
Because this is a one-size garment cut for UK 6 to 12, the stretch fabric does all the adapting. In practice that means it will sit closest and look most as intended around the middle of that span. At a size 6 the cut-outs may sit more loosely than designed, and at a 12 the fit will be at its most snug, which is worth picturing honestly before ordering.
Fabric and feel
The body is a nylon and spandex blend with four-way stretch, which is what lets a single size cover a range of shapes and hold close to the body without bulky seams breaking the line. Polyamide of this kind is soft, lightweight and quick to move with you.
One thing to keep in mind is that this is a synthetic blend rather than a breathable natural fibre, so it is designed for evening wear rather than long, warm stretches. As lingerie for an occasion, that is exactly the right brief.
Care and keeping
Leg Avenue recommends hand washing, and with a stretch nylon and spandex piece that is genuinely the sensible route. Machine agitation and heat are what break down elastane over time, so a gentle cool hand wash protects the very stretch the garment depends on.
Wash gently, avoid wringing or twisting, reshape while damp and let it dry naturally away from radiators or direct sun. Treated this way it should keep its elasticity and finish. If a hand-wash routine feels like a chore, factor that in now rather than later.
How it compares
Within the teddies and bodies category, this sits at the bolder, more design-led end thanks to the asymmetrical cut-outs and long sleeves. A plainer bodysuit or teddy gives more coverage and often more forgiving sizing, but it won't make the same visual statement.
If the thong back or the one-size fit gives you pause, a body with adjustable shoulder straps or a fuller rear cut will offer more control over fit and comfort. This piece is for someone who specifically wants the covered-arms-and-open-sides combination it does so distinctively.
The bottom line
The Leg Avenue Cut Out Bodysuit with Thong Back is a genuinely striking piece for anyone who wants long sleeves paired with daring cut-outs and a clean thong back. Buy it if you sit comfortably within UK 6 to 12, ideally around the middle, and are happy to hand wash; look elsewhere if you want adjustable fit or fuller coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Will this fit me if I'm a UK 6 or a UK 12?
It is designed as one size to span UK 6 to 12 using stretch, so it will fit best around the middle of that range. At a size 6 the cut-outs may sit more loosely than intended, and at a 12 the fit will be at its snuggest. If you are at either edge, consider how you like your fit before ordering.
Can I machine wash it?
Hand washing is recommended. The nylon and spandex blend relies on its stretch, and machine cycles plus heat are what wear elastane out fastest. Wash gently in cool water, avoid wringing, reshape while damp and dry naturally away from direct heat.
Does it need batteries or charging?
No. This is a garment with no powered features, so there is nothing to charge or replace.
How much coverage does it actually give?
It covers the arms and upper body with long sleeves, but the sides are opened by asymmetrical cut-outs and the back is a thong cut. So it is covered up top and deliberately revealing at the sides and rear, rather than a full-coverage piece.
What is it made from?
It is a 100 percent polyamide construction, a stretch nylon and spandex type blend with four-way stretch, chosen so it can move with you and adapt across the size range while keeping a smooth, seamless line.