{"product_id":"nun-costume-with-cross-applique-detail-after-dark-energy","title":"Nun Costume with Cross Applique Detail - After Dark Energy","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAt-a-Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDramatic. Sheer. Daring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo cross appliques sit over sheer mesh panelling on this Nun Costume, finished with a wet-look bodice below and a matching veil headpiece. It's a role-play costume built with genuine construction, cutout waist detailing and a high side split, rather than a single flat printed piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross applique detail\u003c\/strong\u003e - sits over sheer mesh at the bust as the costume's signature feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatching veil headpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e - completes the costume theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet-look bodice panel\u003c\/strong\u003e - glossy finish through the lower body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutout waist\u003c\/strong\u003e - an open panel breaks up the silhouette at the middle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh side split\u003c\/strong\u003e - the skirt opens at the leg for movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalter neckline\u003c\/strong\u003e - keyhole opening at the chest above the mesh panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Belongs in Your Wardrobe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to source a veil separately and hope it matches a plain black dress. You need the one costume built with every piece designed to work together. This works because the cross appliques, sheer mesh, and veil all sit within one deliberate theme, rather than assembling a role-play look from unrelated pieces. It suits a themed party, a private evening, or any occasion calling for a dramatic, statement costume with real detailing rather than a plain black slip with an accessory thrown on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Details and Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross appliques:\u003c\/strong\u003e the costume's signature detail, sitting deliberately over the sheer mesh bust panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSheer mesh panelling:\u003c\/strong\u003e semi-sheer through the upper body, contrasted with the opaque wet-look skirt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet-look bodice and skirt:\u003c\/strong\u003e glossy finish that catches light through the lower body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutout waist:\u003c\/strong\u003e an open panel at the middle breaks up the silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh side split:\u003c\/strong\u003e the skirt opens at the leg for a dramatic, moving line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatching veil headpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e included to complete the costume theme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot the flat, single-note kind: the mesh, wet-look panelling, and cutout waist genuinely layer together for a considered silhouette rather than one plain sheet of fabric, each texture doing its own visible job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFit and Comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to size is recommended. The mesh bust panel has some give, while the wet-look skirt sits closer to the body. The cutout waist means the fit isn't fully continuous through the middle, so check the size guide for your measurements. Size up for more ease, size down for a closer fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStyle Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDramatic role-play costumes built around a clear, singular theme have remained a strong category for statement private-evening styling, valued for delivering real visual impact rather than a generic black dress with an accessory. The cross applique and veil combination is a long-running, recognisable role-play favourite, framed here tastefully through construction and detailing rather than literal religious dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFabric and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from polyester with a wet-look coating, sheer mesh panelling, and applique detailing. Hand wash in cool water and lay flat to dry, avoiding direct heat which can dull the wet-look finish. Avoid the tumble dryer, which can crack the coating and distort the mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStyling Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen it arrives, try the veil positioned a few different ways to find your preferred look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a themed party, pair with black stiletto heels to lengthen the leg line through the split.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep other jewellery minimal so the cross applique stays the focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA soft robe works well over the top for the moments before the reveal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe smart move is trying the full costume on together before your event to confirm fit and length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Shoppers Notice Most\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis costume gets praise for feeling considered and well constructed rather than a single flat piece, buyers mention the wet-look skirt and sheer mesh panel combination photographs well. The veil is frequently noted as a nice included detail rather than needing a separate purchase. Customers also mention the cutout waist adds visual interest, and the high split is appreciated for ease of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Questions Answered\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size should I order?\u003c\/strong\u003e True to size is recommended, checking the size guide given the cutout waist design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it run true to size?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, standard fit; size up for more ease, size down for a closer fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the veil included?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the matching veil headpiece is included as part of the costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the fabric see-through?\u003c\/strong\u003e The bust panel is sheer mesh; the skirt is an opaque wet-look finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the wet-look fabric?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash in cool water, lay flat to dry, and avoid direct heat or the tumble dryer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat occasions suit this costume?\u003c\/strong\u003e Themed parties, private evenings, or any dramatic role-play styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyester with a wet-look coating, sheer mesh, and applique detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA costume built around one clear, dramatic theme, veil included from the very start. Let the cross applique and the high split carry your next themed evening from arrival to reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lingerie Hut","offers":[{"title":"S \/ Black","offer_id":57261232259452,"sku":"F00356748-102","price":22.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"M \/ Black","offer_id":57261232292220,"sku":"F00356748-103","price":22.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"L \/ Black","offer_id":57261232324988,"sku":"F00356748-104","price":22.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ Black","offer_id":57261232357756,"sku":"F00356748-105","price":22.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Black","offer_id":57261232390524,"sku":"F00356748-113","price":22.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/4729\/5786\/files\/lingeriehut-nun-costume-cross-applique-detail-after-dark-energy-931.webp?v=1786198739","url":"https:\/\/lingeriehut.co.uk\/products\/nun-costume-with-cross-applique-detail-after-dark-energy","provider":"Lingerie Hut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}