Why the bralette is the new top fashion trend: 5 ways to rev up your everyday boring wear

A bralette is a lightweight, often lacy or mesh top that’s more relaxed and less structured than traditional bras. It typically designed for comfort. Plus, it can be worn alone or as part of layered outfits (Image: Canva)

Did you admire Ananya Panday’s recent look in her web series ‘Call Me Bae’, where she paired a neon Balenciaga shirt with a floral Zara bralette and a quilted leather skirt? You’re not alone. From Ananya to Janhvi Kapoor, and from Bella Hadid to Rihanna, everyone is rocking bralettes with various outfits, showcasing their versatile style, and fashion lovers are drooling over the trend.

A bralette is a lightweight, often lacy or mesh top that’s more relaxed and less structured than traditional bras. It typically designed for comfort. Plus, it can be worn alone or as part of layered outfits.

Here’s how you can add it into your wardrobe:

With a skirt: Match a bralette with a high-waisted skirt for a stylish look. A white lace bralette with a flowy skirt is perfect for an outing. Choose skirts that complement your bralette’s colour and style for a cohesive outfit.

With jeans: A bralette and jeans make a classic casual combo. Try a fitted bralette with high-waisted jeans for a streamlined look. Black bralettes pair well with blue jeans for an easy day-to-night outfit.

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With joggers: Combine a bralette with joggers for a relaxed, yet fashionable look. Opt for a bold bralette with neutral joggers and add a jacket for extra style.

With a saree: Replace a traditional saree blouse with a bralette for a modern twist. Pick a bralette with details that match or complement your saree for a stylish mix of old and new.

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With co-ord sets: For an effortlessly chic ensemble, try wearing a bralette as part of a matching co-ord set. Opt for a monochromatic colour scheme with a bralette, matching shirt, and high-waisted pants to achieve a sleek, coordinated look. This style offers both sophistication and comfort, making it a standout choice for any fashion-forward wardrobe.