SKYE Nude Backless Bodysuit with a Low Underarm Cut and Two Strap Positions
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Description
I designed SKYE Nude as a backless shapewear bodysuit for dresses with low armholes and underarm side cut-outs. Its shoulder straps can attach at either of two positions under each arm, so you can choose the one that best follows your dress’s side opening and helps keep the straps hidden.
For bust support, I use an underwired, non-padded minimiser soft cup to give you natural shape without adding volume. I used my experience as a tailor to eliminate side seams on SKYE so your tummy and hips stay smooth beneath clingy fabric. To finish the bodysuit, I include tanga briefs with laser-cut edges for a smooth leg line that minimises visible panty lines.
Handmade to order in London.
* Product and fit guidance provided by Ender Legard founder Asia Smaga, based on her customer consultations.
- Cup Style: Minimiser, non-padded minimiser soft cup, underwired.
- Centre depth: Standard plunge
- Back: Ultra-low; no bra back band (UK Patent GB2548925B)
- Straps: Two underarm attachment positions. The supplied standard shoulder straps are adjustable to reach either position. Interchangeable with clear silicone, spaghetti or longer fabric straps (alternative straps sold separately). 3 strap configurations:
Standard: Wear with the included adjustable fabric straps.
Racerback: Use the included straps with a short converter strap (sold separately).
Cross-over: Use longer fabric straps (sold separately).. - Brief: Tanga, high leg, laser-cut edges, hook & eye gusset closure.
- Shaping: Medium to high.
My SKYE bodysuit size range is 25 sizes across 32–38 bands with cups to FF at 32/34 and to E at 38. Not sure which size to choose? Use my 3-step sizing guide to match your UK bra size with your waist, hip and body measurements, or contact me for personalised sizing advice.
Longer torso? SKYE's tanga construction can offer more body-length flexibility.
- Fabric: OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100-certified European power mesh; 65% polyamide (PA), 35% LYCRA® elastane.
- Care: Hand wash in mild detergent; Lay flat to dry. Do not dry clean, tumble dry, bleach or iron.
- Production: Made to order in London by Asia Smaga
- Lead time: Allow up to 20 working days for production after we receive the measurements needed to make your bodysuit. Ask for a RUSH ORDER if you need it quicker.
- Delivery: Shipping options and charges are shown at checkout. Delivery time is additional to production time.
- Returns: Accepted within 30 days of delivery, subject to our Returns Policy.
This bodysuit is hand made, to order and can take up to 20 working days to make from the date we receive your measurements.
Need it sooner? Ask us for a RUSH ORDER. We don't charge extra for rush orders. However if you subsequently decide to return the item for a refund, a GBP20 fee will be deducted from your refund as compensation for prioritising your order over others.
How my SKYE construction works for you — 01
SKYE's cut-away sides help keep the bodysuit hidden under dresses with low-cut armholes. Most bodysuits sit higher under the arms, so I’ve adjusted the balance of the bodysuit structure to remove fabric at the sides while maintaining support and avoiding sideboob. The cups are slightly narrower at the sides, creating a smooth line that continues down your sides and over your hips to join the centre-back seam of the briefs.
I attach the straps lower under the arm than on my other styles, with two positions to choose from to suit your dress. The supplied straps adjust in length to reach either one. Gold-plated security G-hooks attach each strap to the top of the cup and help hold it securely in place. Swap in clear or spaghetti straps for a discreet look, or opt for longer straps for a cross-over style. All alternative straps are sold separately.
How my SKYE construction works for you — 02
You get bust support without padding, with cups that work under V-neck and high necklines. I make SKYE’s underwired, high-apex minimiser cups from a double layer of the same power mesh as the bodysuit, so they lift and support your bust without adding volume or creating a contrasting panel.
The folded front edge of the cups avoids the bulk of an elasticated edge, which can often create a double-boob effect. Instead, it helps keep the softer breast tissue smooth and securely supported. A very fine seam runs from the bottom of each cup towards the nipple, but most dress necklines cover it, so it’s rarely visible. A small bow marks the centre front.
How my SKYE construction works for you — 03
You get an open back that reaches below your natural waist, with no bra back band running across it. That’s my patented design (GB2548925B). I join the bodysuit with a single seam at the centre back, avoiding bulky side seams that could show under clingy dresses, while the fabric smooths over your hips and torso.
The high-leg briefs have laser-cut edges instead of elastic, so they lie flat against your skin to minimise visible panty lines without rolling or wrinkling. They fasten with a hook and eye, so you can use the bathroom without taking the whole bodysuit off.
Choose SKYE if...
Product and fit guidance provided by Ender Legard founder, Asia Smaga
Your dress has low side or underarm cut-outs, slits or open side panels.
I designed SKYE specifically for dresses that expose more under the arm. It is cut lower at the sides than my other backless styles, helping prevent your bodysuit from peeking out through a low armhole or deep side opening.
You need your straps to stay hidden behind your dress's own straps.
SKYE has 2 strap attachment positions under the arm, so you can follow the cut of your dress. Use the lower position when the cut underarm is very low and you need more clearance at the side.
Your dress has a V or high neckline, but the real challenge is at the sides.
SKYE's V-front works equally well beneath V and high neckline dresses, similar to that of my JONI style. That makes SKYE especially suited to dress styles where the neckline isn't the problem, but the low or open sides are.
You want natural bust shape rather than extra padded volume.
With SKYE I use an underwired, non-padded minimiser cup to support and shape your bust without adding volume.
You have a larger bust but still need the low sides.
You don’t automatically have to sacrifice bust support for a lower underarm cut. For a larger bust, I usually recommend the higher of SKYE’s two strap attachment positions, which brings the strap closer to the bra for more support. The catch is that the higher position needs your dress to cover it, so if the side opening is very low, the lower position gives you more clearance, but at the cost of some support. Where an illusion panel covers the opening, I’d still use the higher position with my clear straps, which won’t show through the panel. Clear straps are sold separately.
You need proper bust support in a backless, open-sided dress — not just tape or sewn-in cups.
I build SKYE's underwired cups into the bodysuit structure itself to give you the secure feel of real bra support, without the need of a conventional bra back band running across your back.
You're wearing fitted or clingy fabric and want your underwear to stay discreet below the waist too.
To minimise the risk of panty lines showing under close-fitting fabric, I gave SKYE high-leg tanga briefs with laser-cut edges instead of bulky elastic.
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Consider another style if...
The sides of your dress are fully covered and only the front goes very low.
If there's no low side opening to work around, LIV's deeper plunge front can be the better fit. I often make the opposite switch when someone chooses LIV for a deep neckline and I then spot low underarm cut-outs that LIV would show through.
Your dress has a square neckline with no side cut-outs.
SKYE's V-shaped cup can show at a square neckline, so I'll usually suggest FRANKIE or MAE instead. If your dress has a square neckline and genuine side cut-outs, there's a trade-off between hiding the cup at the neckline and hiding the bodysuit at the sides, so that's one I'd rather check with you directly.
Your dress straps are attached lower at the front.
SKYE's cup style is high apex so the peak of the cups sit higher. In some cases when the dress strap starts lower on the cup, I may suggest either my FRANKIE, SIA or MAE styles.
You prefer full briefs rather than tanga style.
If you prefer more coverage for your bottom than SKYE's tanga briefs, and your dress does not have low underarm cut outs, my SIA, INCA and KYA styles may be better suited. Alternatively, combine SKYE with my INDI shaping shorts. When worn over the bodysuit, they provide full coverage for your bottom without compression.
Compare SKYE to the closest alternative style
I designed my bodysuits by neckline style and cup shape. Sometimes an alternate style may suit your dress and shape better than your chosen bodysuit. Here are the closest alternatives to SKYE.
Plunge (also suits high-neck dresses)
Ultra low/ Deep-V
Plunge (also suits high-neck dresses)
Underwired, non-padded, minimiser — fine dart seam
Underwired, high-apex, soft non-padded — flat V-separator, fine dart seam
Underwired, high-apex, soft non-padded, minimiser — fine dart seam
Non-padded
Non-padded
Non-padded
Ultra low, no bra back band *patented
Ultra low, no bra back band *patented
Ultra low, no bra back band *patented
Tanga, high leg cut, minimise VPL
Tanga, high leg cut, minimise VPL
Tanga, high leg cut, minimise VPL
Two underarm attachment positions. The supplied standard shoulder straps are adjustable to reach either position. Standard, clear and spaghetti straps are interchangeable; clear, spaghetti and longer straps are sold separately. Longer straps are needed for a cross-over style.
Interchangeable — standard, clear silicone or spaghetti; 3 multi-way positions — racer back, cross-over, standard
Interchangeable — standard, clear silicone or spaghetti; 3 multi-way positions — racer back, cross-over, standard
Low armholes and underarm side cut-outs, especially with V-neck or high-neck dresses, where it helps keep the bodysuit’s sides and straps hidden.
Lowest front, mermaid style or bias cut dress
When a minimiser shape matters more than cup seamlessness; Mermaid or very fitted unforgiving fabric around your bottom.
Frequently asked questions about SKYE
Not sure SKYE will work with your dress? Send me a photo of your dress or a link to the designer's page and I will help you choose the right size and style before you order.
For general FAQs about shipping, returns, customs etc, see our FAQ menu or email customercare@enderlegard.com
Does SKYE work for a larger bust or a larger frame?
Yes. SKYE is graded up to a 34FF cup and a 38 band. For a larger bust, I'd recommend using the higher strap attachment position as it gives more support. To get the most support, it is also important that the bodysuit fits you correctly in length and around your waist and hips.
How does SKYE support my bust without a bra back band?
It's all down to my patented construction that integrates the cups into the body of the bodysuit so the bust is supported without a conventional back band. The shoulder straps support the cups but do not carry the tension of the whole bodysuit. This is why it is important to get both the cup size and the body fit right when ordering.
Are the SKYE cups padded?
No. SKYE is designed with non-padded cups. If you have a smaller bust and would like to add volume, you can use my self-adhesive padded inserts. If adding volume is your main priority, rather than the low-underarm bodysuit cut specifically, a different cup construction or style may be a better fit for your dress. Contact me if you're unsure which style to choose.
Can I change another style into SKYE?
No. Each of my bodysuit styles has a different structure and balance, designed around their specific functionality. Simply changing the straps would not provide the same support.
Will SKYE feel hot or restrictive?
Unlike generic shapewear that prioritises compression, my bodysuits are made with a breathable and flexible power-mesh fabric that feels like a second skin. They fit snugly and don't rely on thick, heavily elasticated material for shaping or support.
Will the cup seam be visible under my dress?
My dress has a wide open side, not just a low one — is SKYE still the right choice?
Not always. SKYE is designed for low underarm openings, but a very wide side opening can expose the bodysuit's edge. I need to consider both the width and depth of the opening before recommending it. In some cases the solution sits with the dress rather than the bodysuit — a seamstress closing or reshaping the armhole at a fitting can fix this. Send me front, back and side photos of the dress and I'll check whether SKYE will work for you.
My dress has a high neckline — is SKYE a good fit?
SKYE works well with high necklines, as do my other minimiser styles, JONI and INCA. What usually decides between them is the side of the dress, rather than the neckline: if it's cut low or open under the arm, choose SKYE; if the sides are fully covered, JONI is generally the more supportive choice since its strap attachment holds the cup more securely.
My dress has a square neckline — is SKYE still right for me?
It depends on whether your dress also has side cut-outs. With no cut-outs, FRANKIE or MAE sit lower and straighter across a square neckline than SKYE's V-shaped cup does, so I'd usually move you there. If your dress genuinely has both a square neckline and open sides, that's a real trade-off rather than an automatic redirect — send me photos and I'll tell you which one matters more for your specific dress.
Is the SKYE brief a thong?
No. I cut it as a high-leg tanga style, with a hook-and-eye opening at the gusset for convenience — higher on the leg than a full brief, but not a thong. If you'd prefer fuller coverage for your bottom, you can wear my INDI shaping shorts over the bodysuit.
Will SKYE work with my designer dress?
SKYE is particularly suitable for designer dresses with low armholes or underarm side cut-outs. I have made it for gowns by Made With Love, Pronovias, Watters, And For Love, Lillian West and other designers.
Contact me for help or advice if you are unsure whether SKYE will stay hidden under your exact dress cut.
Can I return it if the size or fit isn't right?
Yes. SKYE is returnable within 30 days of delivery. If the issue is fit rather than a change of mind, send me your measurements or a fitting photo first — I regularly work through sizing and positioning with customers before deciding whether an exchange, a different style, or a return is the right answer. See the full Returns Policy for the complete terms.
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SKYE customer reviews on Google
— Abra Kolar, SKYE Nude 34E
"Wow! As someone who sews and alters clothing occasionally, I'm so very impressed with this company and product. The fabric and materials are well made and luxurious. I've only ever heard good things and wanted to experience it for myself since I have a couple upcoming formal events to attend. I don't think i would have sought out a customized product like this in my 20s, but since I now value shapewear and feeling lifted and smoothed under garments, I've found the ideal bodysuit! Communication and shipment were a dream and i can't wait to wear this for many events to come!"
— Maggie Ferguson, SKYE Nude 32D
"I had a dilemma of buying shapewear that was expensive without seeing the product. However the fabric feels premium, and sits beautifully under a very fitted dress, and is so comfortable. You can tell more thought went into the design and it is made to measure. The customer service was superb from beginning to end, using my personal measurements to make a bespoke item for me, which is a perfect fit. Would buy again!"
— Laura Bounti, SKYE Nude 34D
"My bodysuit is absolutely stunning! The bodysuit is beautifully crafted, it fits like a second skin and gives me complete confidence in my dress! I was initially unsure which model and size would be the best fit for me, but Asia provided exceptional support throughout the process. She guided me with great care and attention to every detail, making the entire process effortless. ENDER LEGARD exceeded my expectations on every level, and I could not recommend them more highly!"
