How to Wear a Bralette - Bra Outfit Ideas

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Sure, models have been wearing lingerie with their everyday outfits for years, but recently, we've noticed the trend is spiking once again. Bralettes took over the Fall 2020 runways (all of our favorite luxury brands included them in their collections), and with summer on the way, we've debated giving this look a go ourselves.

Part of what's holding us back, however, is how to style a bralette. Do we...just wear it with out carrot-leg jeans? Do we throw it on under a dress? Is it possible to make this piece look casual, instead of super sexy? The answer, we've found, is all of the above.

Ahead, we've rounded up a few ways to wear a bralette, whether you're going for subtle or statement-making. Even if you can't imagine wearing something even the least bit restrictive during the COVID-19 quarantine, now is the perfect time to experiment.

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This Trend Popped Up at Prada

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It was part of a matching set.

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We Also Spotted It at Marc Jacobs

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Styled under a sexy cardigan.

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It Was Hard to Miss This Bralette at Saint Laurent

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It was very shiny and even matched the model's shoes.

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Bralettes Can Be Worn Just Like a Crop Top

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As in, they can be worn with jeans and a jacket for a somewhat casual look.

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They Go Well With Baggy Pants

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A loose shirt may look laid-back, but a bralette will show off your curves and provide some balance.

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Wear One With a Collared Shirt

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Or even a shirt dress. Simply leave a few buttons unfastened and let your bralette peek out up top.

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It's a No-Fail Solution For Sheer Options

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Skip the cami — a colorful bralette will work just as well and is a bit more fun.

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Match Your Bralette to Your Sweater

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A matching set is an updated take on the preppy '90s trend. Even Katie Holmes is a fan.

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This Piece Is a Summer Staple

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It'll look nice with a coordinating shorts set, breaking up your look and making it seem less stuffy.

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Wear One With Your Bermudas

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A cool combination for a hot, 90-degree day.

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Pair a White Dress With a White Bralette

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It'll look as if you're wearing just one piece. See-through problem, solved!

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Use It to Spice Up Your Suit

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Emily Ratajkowski and Bella Hadid have already given this look their stamp of approval.

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Try It On a Casual Day

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It's cozy and cute when styled with pajama-like pants.

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Have Fun With Layering

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Who says you need to wear your bralette underneath your shirt? Styling one over a button-down will ensure your outfit stands out from the crowd.

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Pair One With a Pencil Skirt

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All you need is a pair of socks and some loafers to nail spring's '40s trend.

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Low-Cut Dresses Now Work For Daytime

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Have a dress that's a bit too low-cut for your liking? Make it work for multiple occasions by styling a plain bralette underneath.

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When in Doubt, Style Your Bralette With Basics

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A white shirt and some khakis turn into a full, statement-making look with the help of a bralette.

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This Trend Popped Up at Prada

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We Also Spotted It at Marc Jacobs

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It Was Hard to Miss This Bralette at Saint Laurent

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Bralettes Can Be Worn Just Like a Crop Top

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They Go Well With Baggy Pants

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Wear One With a Collared Shirt

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It's a No-Fail Solution For Sheer Options

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Match Your Bralette to Your Sweater

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This Piece Is a Summer Staple

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Wear One With Your Bermudas

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Pair a White Dress With a White Bralette

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Use It to Spice Up Your Suit

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Try It On a Casual Day

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Have Fun With Layering

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Pair One With a Pencil Skirt

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Low-Cut Dresses Now Work For Daytime

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When in Doubt, Style Your Bralette With Basics

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