Corsets used to be seen as a really radical fashion decision. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, ‘rebellious’ celebrities would frequently wear them on the red carpet or as part of seductive princess or Moulin Rouge costumes for Halloween. Over the past several years, this trend has gained a fair number of followers across the globe and it doesn’t seem like the seductive staple is going away any time soon.
Corsets and trendy short tops are now commonly worn with loose-fitting joggers and cargo pants, with suits, and layered over button-down shirts. For a special event, consider investing in a bejewelled corset, or try a lovely corset minidress for a quick date-night outfit.
Wear It With a Structured Top and Bottom
The contrast between something so seductive and something so sleek will make for an attention-grabbing outfit, whether it’s wide pants, bell bottoms and a coat, or a whole suit.
Rock It Out With Jeans
Jeans are still a staple in our wardrobe for a reason—they go with everything and especially with classy short tops. To balance out this form-fitting top, go for a pair of jeans with a wider-leg style rather than a slim-fit pair. Adding an interesting belt or long earrings (you should, however, try to avoid over-accessorizing), can enhance your look that much more.
Wear It Over a Simple Dress
If a costume-like appearance is not what you’re going for, just make this corset dress concept simple. For easy blending, pair items from the same colour family (such as beige with brown or cream with pale pink), or layer a vibrant corset over a neutral dress for a standout effect.
Try It on With Baggy Pants
Despite what it may seem like, a short top or a corset with baggy pants is an outfit of contrasting athleisure that has a decidedly ’90s vibe and is also rather comfortable. Swap out your sweatpants for some loose cargo pants if they feel too laidback to pull off the retro pop star appearance.
Combine It With a Skirt
When worn with knee-high boots, a miniskirt will make you look like you’re from the year 2000 coming out of a movie Great idea for a girl’s night out or a party by the pool, while maxis tend to have an ethereal, bohemian vibe more suitable for daily outings at the mall or brunch with the girls.
Look Bold in Leather
This particular combination has a certain goth quality to it, and it’s taking quite the swing on fashion runways. An ensemble that feels prepared for a fun night out may be created by pairing a lacy black corset with leather leggings or a long leather blazer.
Throw It Over a Buttoned Shirt
Although historically, corsets have been regarded as underwear, they do not need to be. Play around with layering and use it to dress up your go-to essentials, whether it’s a relaxed graphic t-shirt or a long white button-down.
You can also style your corset or crop top with similar bottoms and accessories to create a monochrome look. Simply sticking to a single colour palette will still feel deliberate and slick; the parts don’t even have to match exactly.
Pair It with Sporty Shorts
This item is ideal for warmer weather and goes well with shorts because many corsets allow the wearer to expose a lot of skin and stay cool. Choose a pair of simplistic cycling shorts for a casual appearance, go for a classic pair of denim, or dress up your corset with some structured bottoms.
Create Layers With a Blazer
Blazers are part of semi-formal attire, but you can also make a smart casual outfit by combining a short-sleeved crop top with a blazer over it. This ensemble works best with a matching blazer and high-waisted pants set, and a crop top with a different pattern to pop.
Cut Your Own Crop Top
Whether you’re trim or curvy, crop tops work with all body types. If you don’t find a shirt length you like, you can easily turn a cardigan, tee, v-neck, or another shirt into a crop top with just a pair of scissors and some imagination.
Accessorise the Right Way
When understanding how to properly adorn your look with staple accessories that never go out of style, the first step is to consider what you’re wearing. Accessorising jeans and a crop top is not the same as accessorising a formal gown!
To get your accessory ideas flowing, consider the following: What is the event? What statement do I want to make? What outfit accessories will make my outfit stand out even more? Pay attention to details like your neckline, overall silhouette, and outfit colour. These factors can assist you in selecting the appropriate accessories to convey the style you want to express.
On the other end of the spectrum, perhaps you’re attending a close friend’s wedding and are dressed in a timeless black skirt with a colourful corset and a scarf over your shoulders. Choose an understated pair of black heels to avoid drawing attention away from the couple, but add some character by wearing an heirloom necklace or a statement hair accessory to finish off your look just right.
