Tube tops: Quarantine corsets
Tube top, the ’90s staple, seems to have made a comeback for Spring Summer 2020 and is turning out to be the quarantine essential seen on the likes of Alaya F, Kylie Jenner, Dua Lipa and Bella Hadid. In the ’90s and early aughts, the midriffflashing top paired with baggy pants was the metaphor for Itgirl cool. From TLC to Britney Spears and Sarah Jessica Parker in Sex and The City series, the classic trend has resurfaced again amid the lockdown.
With Instagram live being a regular affair, a sassy tube top or a bad*** bandeau seems a chic bet. “A tube top is something you can both dress up or dress down. Style them with a pair of hoops or a statement chokers. Either tie your hair into a pony or leave it open for that stay-athome sexy vibe,” suggests stylist Eshaa Amiin. You can curate multiple looks if you have bandeaus in hues of black and white. “You can pair it with an oversized blazer and trousers for a formal look, or with cargos and sneakers for a sporty-chic look. Team it with a fun, feminine ruffle skirt and Greek sandals for the perfect summer look,” recommends stylist Shreeja Rajgopal.
A crisp white tube top with a pair of bold or printed pants is a great tip to keep you cool, yet chic, this summer. You could team it with flats or statement heels, depending on where you’re headed. “Take the tube top look straight into date night by opting for a pop colour top with well-tailored flared pants. A crossbody bag, worn in front, is also good for adding a little visual interest to your look,” says designer Deepika Nagpal.