Summer's Bralettes Are So Good That We'd Wear Them as Regular Tops Too
Denim shorts, strappy sandals, bralette tops—there are few items that scream "summer" more than these do. Well now that we can safely confirm the arrival of our favorite season, it's time to wear these pieces that have been waiting patiently in our closets all year. Out of everything in my summer wardrobe, I'm particularly excited to start wearing bralette tops again. To me, nothing says "it's too hot out to wear real clothes" than passing off a pretty bralette as a crop top. I mean, now is really the only time of year where such a statement applies.
It's not just us, though. Designers definitely had the same idea in mind, offering a plethora of bra-like tops in their summer collections. Make no mistake, as this summer's array of bralettes are entirely too stylish to be worn underneath anything. It would truly be a shame if these cool pieces didn't get to live their best lives when worn with everything high-waisted that exists in your closet. If you're with me, you too are about to fall in love with the options that await you below.
Look for unique details like tie straps or an interesting texture.
This light shade of pink actually goes with everything.Available in sizes XS to L.
Make this matching short set your go-to for summer vacations.Available in sizes 0 to 3.
A bralette this pretty deserves to be worn all on its own.
One of the most exciting ways to approach the lavender trend.Available in sizes XS to XL.
BRB—figuring out where we can wear this vinyl bralette top.Available in UK sizes 6 to 14.
Pair yours with high-waisted skirts for summer nights.
With a statement back like this, there's no need to wear anything over it.Available in sizes XS to L.
We'd also wear this top over a white T-shirt to make it work during the day.Available in sizes 0 to 6.
Bella Hadid wore this top—and then the internet collectively fell in love.Available in sizes XS to L.
You'll get so much use out of this simple yet versatile top.Available in sizes X to 3X.
This top belongs in a minimalist's summer wardrobe ASAP.Available in sizes XXS to XL.
Free People's vintage-inspired florals are always a favorite.Available in sizes XS to L.
We only recently discovered this new Australian brand.Available in sizes 0 to 2.
We could imagine wearing this one with coordinating satin trousers.Available in sizes S to L.
Now see the summer tops our editors are wearing.
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.
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