ROCK THE CORSET TREND

We trial the trend that’s taking over Insta and the high street

Want to up the ante this Jan? Well, look no further than corset dressing. Whether it’s a belt, dress or top, corsetry is everywhere right now. The trend may seem a little daunting, but it’s actually very wearable and a great way to define your shape, highlight the waist or create the illusion of curves.

Think about what you want to emphasise and don’t feel you have to go all-out. Nod to the trend with jackets and shirts that define the waist paired with your fave skinnies, or try a wide belt over a cardie.

Whether you want to go for a bustier dress, or mix with classic denim or a crisp white shirt, the heat style team are here to show you how to wear the look.

MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU

● Ideal for emphasising or creating an hourglass figure, define the waist with a corset belt or corset-inspired belt to make the waist the focal point of your look. ● If you’re conscious of your bottom half, go for darker tones here as they are more forgiving – keep lighter tones up top. ● Want to balance out your shape? Try a bustier top paired with some wide-leg trousers.

“I was intrigued to see how I could make this trend work for me – and this little Topshop number did the job. I like how it nips me in at the waist and taps into the trend in a more subtle way. Boyfriend jeans, an oversized knit and chunky trainers keep it casual.”

“This dress takes bodycon to the next level. The underwiring is perfect if you’re petite, like me, as it accentuates curves ensuring you don’t look too childish. I finished with a pair of strappy heels to lengthen my legs – every little helps.”