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HERE’S HOW YOU CAN PAIR THE BRA TOP WITH EVERYTHING FROM SHORTS TO SARIS!

By definition, a bra top is a garment that looks like a brassiere, but is worn as outerwear. But the name itself makes it sound like it’s something for the bold and the beautiful.

“What rubbish!” says senior fashion designer Leena Singh. “Bra tops used to be worn by women in the form of choli blouses during the Mughal era!”

Of course it has evolved over the years and today, it’s being styled with everything from a pair of jeans to a sari and a wedding lehenga. The possibilities are endless, adds Leena.

According to designer Anju

Modi, “It’s a sexy and stylish garment that looks good on anyone who is fit! Wear it to a party or when you are on a vacay in a place like Goa but you can’t wear it on a flight or in a train!” she cautions.

Here are eight ways to style the sassy garment, that sounds sexy, but can be as bold as you want it to be.

This Indian drape, a pre-stitched sari, gets a fresh modern twist with both the bra top and the jacket layered together as a blouse substitute.

SASHAY WITH IT IN A SARI

WEAR THIS TO: “Any event that requires you to dress up or make a statement. It’s perfect for clubs, cocktails or a grown-up date night,” says Rishi Raj.

PAIR IT WITH: “Open-toed, strappy high heels to up the sexy style of this look and a statement neckpiece will bring focus on to the bra top and jacket,” he adds.

AVOID: “Clunky and wedge heels or too much colour blocking and contrast to keep you look svelte,” suggests Rishi.

Bra top, Clovia; cape, Pankaj & Nidhi; sari, Dolly J; sandals, Ket Importa (Kin’s)