Not T-Shirts, Not Tanks: The Top Trend Fashion People Will Wear All Summer 2026
It's the next best thing to a bikini.
Not for the faint of heart, the underwear-as-outerwear trend shows no signs of losing steam. First came celebrities like Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner ditching pants in favor of briefs, followed by the bloomer trend cosigned by It girls everywhere. Now, bras styled as tops are the latest lingerie silhouette to be embraced outside the bedroom, and the look is bound to be a key summer trend.
Sure, stepping out in just your bra may sound daunting, but there are ways to ease into the look without baring it all. In comes strategic layering. Underneath a relaxed jacket or tailored blazer, the lingerie reads more polished than sultry. Still, with summer heat on the horizon, wearing a bra alone becomes the next best thing to a bikini—only far more city-appropriate. When it comes to styles, there are myriad options, from leather to lace.
If you're on board with the emerging bra-top look, scroll onward to glean styling inspiration.
Leather Bra + Shawl + White Trousers
With the finicky spring weather, wearing a bra solo isn't always practical. Instead of layering the look underneath a jacket, consider a shawl—the pairing feels decidedly "Kendall Jenner in Paris." Keep things elevated with white trousers, and off you go.
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Triangle Bra + Blazer + Straight-Leg Denim
A bra-and-blazer mash-up? Surprisingly chic, if you ask us. From there, balance the ensemble with straight-leg jeans and statement sunglasses. Red frames are sure to earn you compliments. Sure, this outfit probably won't fly in the office, but it's an unexpected option for a night out.
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Leather Bra + Velvet Separates
Playing with textures is always a good idea. Here, Camille Charrière paired a leather bra with velvet separates for a rich, eye-catching contrast that won't go unnoticed. Save this outfit for chilly days.
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Soft Bra + High-Rise Trousers
Underwire bras have taken a back seat in recent years as soft styles have gained traction. If your favorite soft bra is far too cute to hide beneath layers, don't. Simply style it with high-rise trousers, and no one will blink an eye.
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Ruffled Bra + Sporty Jacket + Mesh Skirt
Bras can read decidedly delicate, as evidenced by the ruffled look here. Offset the softness by juxtaposing it with a sporty jacket, then complete the look with a mesh skirt and futuristic sunglasses.
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Leopard Bra + Athletic Shorts
Take a walk on the wild side this summer with a leopard-print bra. As with the previous look, teaming the piece with a sporty item, like athletic shorts, creates a fresh high-low contrast.
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