After School Special Open-Cup Woven Plaid Gartered Schoolgirl Set Q170

What this set is

The After School Special Q170 is a five-piece costume-style lingerie set from Risqué by Fantasy Lingerie, built around a red tartan plaid and black colourway and sold in one size that fits most. The hanging card holds five separate pieces: an open-cup underwire bra, a pleated plaid skirt with attached garter straps, a collar with a matching plaid tie, a plaid panty and a pair of circular pasties. It belongs with the rest of the Risqué by Fantasy Lingerie range rather than with everyday bra-and-brief sets, because the construction is dressing-up first and foundation garment second.

Schoolgirl-themed sets are one of the oldest ideas in costume lingerie, and what separates one from another is almost entirely the detailing. Q170 uses a genuine woven tartan rather than a printed imitation, and it carries that plaid through four of the five pieces, so the set reads as a coordinated outfit instead of a bra with a skirt thrown at it.

The five pieces, one at a time

Each piece in the Q170 set is a separate garment, so the look can be worn whole or broken up.

• Open-cup underwire bra. A black balconette-style frame with underwiring and a band of red plaid running along the top edge of each cup. The cups are open by design — the wire and the trimmed edge shape and support from below rather than covering. The shoulder straps are thin, black and adjustable with sliders at the back.
• Pleated plaid skirt with garter straps. A short, sharply pleated tartan micro skirt. The back is finished with a wide black ribbon that ties into a bow, which is also how the waist is cinched, so the fit adjusts across a reasonable range rather than depending on a fixed waistband. Four black elasticated straps hang from the waistline with sliders and clips; they are sewn to the skirt, so no separate suspender belt is involved.
• Collar and tie. A slim black collar closing at the back of the neck, with a plaid tie knotted at the front in the same tartan as the skirt. It is the detail that fixes the theme, and it is also the easiest piece to leave off if you want the set read as plain plaid lingerie.
• Panty. A matching brief cut to sit under the skirt, in the same woven tartan.
• Pasties. A pair of plain black circular pasties, included to wear with the open-cup bra.

How to wear it

Put the skirt on first and set the ribbon before anything else, because the bow at the back is what sets the waist and it is easier to tie without the collar in the way. Clip the garter straps to the welt of a stocking at roughly the same height on each leg, front pair first, and adjust the sliders until the straps are taut but not pulling. The bra straps adjust at the back; with an open-cup frame the band and the wire do the work, so a band that sits level and snug matters more than strap tension. The pasties go on last, to clean dry skin, and press better if you warm the adhesive side between your fingers for a moment first.

For care, follow the instructions on the label sewn into the garment. Woven plaid, elastic and metal hardware generally prefer hand washing in cool water and air drying flat, away from heat; a mesh bag helps keep clips and sliders from catching on anything. Pasties are a single-use item and are not washable.

Who it suits

This set is for adults 18 and over who want a themed outfit rather than an everyday set, and it suits anyone who already enjoys costume lingerie or is buying for a specific occasion, photo shoot or party. One size fits most, so it is a more forgiving buy than cup-and-band sizing when you are shopping as a gift and do not know exact measurements.

It is also a reasonable entry point if you have never worn a gartered piece before, because the straps come attached and there is nothing separate to size or position. If you prefer to keep the plaid and lose the costume framing, the skirt and matching panty work perfectly well on their own with a plain bra from your own drawer.

Good to know

• Stockings and shoes are styling items and are not part of this listing.
• The pieces are lightweight costume lingerie, not shapewear or support garments, and they are not intended for all-day wear.
• Metal hardware on the garter clips can snag fine knitwear and hosiery — store the set folded rather than loose in a drawer with delicates.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Orders ship in plain, unbranded outer packaging with no product imagery or wording on the outside.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pieces come with the After School Special Q170 set?

Five pieces come with the set: an open-cup underwire bra, a pleated plaid skirt with garter straps attached, a collar with a matching plaid tie, a plaid panty and a pair of black circular pasties. The garter straps are sewn to the skirt rather than supplied on their own belt.

Do I need a separate garter belt for stockings?

No, a separate garter belt is not needed. Four elasticated straps with adjustable sliders and clips hang from the skirt’s waistline, so the skirt does the job of a suspender belt by itself. Stockings themselves are not part of this set.

What size is this Risqué set?

It is sold in one size, marked "One Size Fits Most" on the front of the package. There are no cup-and-band or numbered size options for Q170; the skirt’s back ribbon tie and the adjustable bra straps are what provide the fit range.

Can the pieces be worn separately?

Yes, every piece is a separate garment and can be worn on its own. The pleated plaid skirt and matching panty read as ordinary plaid lingerie without the collar and tie, and the bra can be worn with or without the pasties.

How is this order packaged for delivery?

Orders are dispatched in plain, unmarked outer packaging. There is no product name, imagery or brand wording printed on the outside of the parcel, and the sender line is non-descriptive.

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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Adult novelty device for adults 18 and over. Consult a licensed healthcare professional before use, especially if you have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.