Leather Lace-Up Teddy with Elastic Neck and G-String 4-605

What it is

The Allure Lingerie 4-605 is a one-size black leather teddy built around a crisscross lace-up front. It is a single one-piece garment — bodice and brief joined through the middle rather than a two-piece set — cut with a deep V neckline, high-cut leg openings and a g-string back. The front panels are a glossy black leather, and the lacing runs the full height of the opening, from the bust line down to the narrow panel at the base.

This is a statement piece rather than an everyday layer. The silhouette is narrow and vertical: the eye follows the laced centre line from top to bottom, and the panels flare out and away from it across the bust and hip. It sits in our Teddies range and in the wider Leather Wear collection.

The lace-up front

The defining detail is a cord laced in a crisscross pattern through two columns of eyelets that flank the centre front opening. The eyelets are set directly into the leather panels, running down each side in a continuous line, and the cord passes from one side to the other in a repeating X all the way down.

What this gives you is a front opening you set yourself. Drawing the cord tighter pulls the two panels toward each other and narrows the gap between them; easing it lets the panels sit further apart and opens the V. Because the lacing is continuous rather than divided into separate zones, you can also distribute the tension unevenly — snug across the middle, looser at the top — by working the slack along the cord before you tie off. The lacing is a visual element as much as a functional one, so most people set it for the look they want first and adjust for comfort second.

Lace it before you put it on if you want a particular look held in place, or lace it loosely, step into it, and then draw it in. The second method is usually easier on a one-piece, because the garment has to clear the hips before the front can be tightened.

Cut and construction

The body is assembled from shaped leather panels rather than cut from a single piece, with seams following the contours of the bust and the line of the hip. The edges are finished with a narrow binding that follows the neckline, the leg openings and the arc of the V.

Narrow straps pass over each shoulder and run up to the neck. The neck and the g-string back are elastic. At the hips, slim elastic strands connect the front panel to the back, sitting high above the hip bone and leaving the leg opening cut very high — this is a high-leg garment, and the exposed line at the hip is part of the design rather than a sizing artefact.

The front panel tapers steadily as it descends, narrowing from the full width of the bodice to a slim strip at the base. Coverage is minimal by design, and the lacing is the only adjustment the garment offers.

How to wear it

Step into the 4-605 from the bottom and draw it up, rather than pulling it over your head. A laced front has very little give across the bust once it is tied, and stepping in avoids working the lacing over the shoulders. Slacken the cord before you start, bring the garment up to the waist, settle the straps over the shoulders, then tighten the lacing last and tie off.

Leather does not stretch back the way knit fabrics do, so set the lacing where it sits comfortably rather than at its tightest. Give yourself a moment after tying — a laced front usually wants one small adjustment once everything has settled.

As a styling piece it works on its own, and it also layers. A skirt or trousers in a matching finish carries the look downward; an open shirt or a sheer layer over the top keeps the laced V as the focal point while covering the shoulders. Because the centre line is the strongest element, pieces with their own busy detail across the front tend to compete with it.

Caring for it

Follow the care instructions on the garment's own sewn-in label — that label is specific to this piece and takes priority over any general advice. As a rule, leather garments are not machine washed and are not put in a dryer. Wipe the outside with a soft, slightly damp cloth and let it air dry away from direct heat, radiators and sunlight, all of which can stiffen or mark a leather surface.

Store it hanging or laid flat rather than folded, so the panels do not crease along a fold line. Loosen the lacing before you store it; leaving a cord under tension for long periods puts a standing load on the eyelets. Keep the cord threaded while it is stored so you do not have to re-lace the whole front later.

Who it's for

This is for adults 18 and over who want a structured leather piece rather than a soft or sheer one. It suits someone comfortable with a minimal, high-cut silhouette and a deep neckline, and someone who likes a garment they can set themselves — the lacing makes it more adjustable than a fixed-cut teddy, which is much of its appeal.

It is a one-size garment. One size is not the same as a universal fit: the lacing gives real adjustment across the front, but the shoulder-to-crotch length of a one-piece is fixed and is what usually decides whether a teddy works for a given body. If you are between sizes in regular lingerie, or you are long through the torso, that vertical measurement is the thing to think about. Browse the rest of our Lingerie range if a multi-size style suits you better.

Good to know

• Sold as one teddy, in one size.
• The lacing adjusts the front opening; there is no other adjustment built into the garment.
• Leather can transfer colour onto light-coloured fabric and skin, particularly when new or when warm. Take care with pale clothing and pale upholstery.
• If you have a known sensitivity to leather, dyes or garment hardware, check the garment's own label before wearing it against the skin.
• The eyelets and the cord ends can catch on fine knits and hosiery. Keep delicate fabrics clear when dressing.
• Orders ship in plain outer packaging with no product imagery and no indication of contents on the outside.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the lace-up front adjustable?

Yes — the cord laces through two columns of eyelets down the centre front, and you set the tension yourself. Tightening draws the panels together and narrows the opening; loosening lets them sit further apart. You can also move the slack along the cord to make one part of the front snugger than another before you tie off.

What size is the Allure 4-605 teddy?

It is a one-size garment. The lacing gives meaningful adjustment across the front, but the shoulder-to-crotch length of a one-piece is fixed, so a one-size teddy will not suit every body — torso length is usually the deciding factor rather than bust or hip measurement.

How do I care for this leather teddy?

Check the sewn-in care label on the garment first and follow it, as it is specific to this piece. Generally, leather is not machine washed or tumble dried; wipe it with a soft damp cloth, air dry it away from direct heat and sunlight, and store it hanging or flat rather than folded.

Can I wear it with other pieces?

Yes, it layers well. A skirt or trousers in a similar finish extends the look downward, and an open shirt or sheer top over it keeps the laced front visible while covering the shoulders. Plain layers work better than heavily detailed ones, which compete with the centre lacing.

How is this order packaged and shipped?

Orders are sent in plain outer packaging with no product images and nothing on the outside that identifies the contents. The billing descriptor is discreet as well, so neither the parcel nor the statement describes what was ordered.

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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.