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The question is not IF you’d wear a bandeau top this spring, but HOW you’d wear one! This season, the new shapes are all about flaunting your waist. We’re showing you three ways (without any workout in sight!) that’ll guarantee you’re gonna rock this cheeky trend right.


Flirtyyy

What could be more romantic than donning a floral bandeau top? Spruce it up with a pair of high-wasted shorts and a faded denim blazer. Add suede heels and a bright bag in a similar hue to elevate this look’s style status.
 

 

 
Floral Bandeau, $9, tillys.com
 
 
Sparkle & Fade Pleated Front Short, $49, urbanoutfitters.com
 

LIP Denim Faded Jacket, $25, forever21.com
 

Woven Trim Crossbody, $15, forever21.com 
 

Melina Heels, $65, bakersshoes.com


Comfyyy

The thing about bandeau tops is that you’re showing off more skin than normal--so ya def don’t wanna cross the fine line between totally cute and totally uncomfortable! This laid-back denim vest has you covered. Opt for a high-wasted A-line skirt and flat oxfords and top it all off with some bold, colorful jewelry!




 
 
Coral Fluro Bandeau Bra Top, $21, missselfridge.com
 
 
 
Herb All About It Skirt, $40, modcloth.com
 

Bryton Vest, $60, woolrich.com
 

Mick Leather Lace-Up Brogues, $60, topshop.com


Edgyyy

One of our fave ways to wear bandeau tops is under a loose and sheer tank--it’ll give it an edgy-meets-sporty vibe that is perfect for bowling nights or shopping sprees at the mall. Add a chic hat and fun earrings to rock your pink faves without looking too presh.


 

Textured Foil Bandeau, $24, topshop.com

 
 
 
Mercedes Tank Black, $22, weekday.com
 
 

Moto Neon Pink Hotpants, $45, topshop.com

 

Converse Chucks, $30, jcpenney.com
 

Marc by Marc Jacobs Earrings, $38, net-a-porter.com


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I absolutely love bandeaus. it's a way to wear less in the summer and such without having to actually wear almost nothing. It's not like a bra in my opinion at all, it's a top so I don't understand why everyone is freaking out. This article definitely wasn't intended to seem "skanky". In my opinion, it all depends on how comfortable you are with your body and how confident you are to wear one in public. Also, it never said you have to wear then this way!

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by Rhonna on 3/4/2013 8:17:54 PM

 
 



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I wear a bra size 30b but it's very hard to find that size and the only place I know that carries them is Victoria's secret and my mom says that Victoria's secret is too sexy even though she shops there and I shop there in the pink department!!! How can I convince her to let me get a bra there?




Hey chica, first off, there are other stores that carry bras in size 30B. So you can try Hanes or Target if your mom is really against Victoria's Secret. But if you're dyin' to shop there, the next time you and your mom are at Victoria's Secret, try to find the most modest-looking bra in your size, and then bring it over to show your mom. If she gets some actual proof that not all the bras are inappropriate, maybe she'll change her mind. 
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by tinytina498 on 6/19/2012 11:46:15 AM

 
 

yea..i dont think im allowed to wear a bandeau top unless its like the beach or something..still cute outfits tho!

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by stylecrazy503 on 3/17/2012 2:39:47 PM

 
 


wow some of these outfits are cute and fyi the first coment is a innapropiate you need too watch yo mouth Helen S.

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by lillpop3 on 3/16/2012 5:32:07 PM

 
 

okay, the girls saying that these outfits are slutty and will "attract the wrong attention" are REALLY starting to make me angry. just because a girl wants to wear a cute summer trend that completely covers her up by using different types of clothing that aren't the normal t shirt and shorts does NOT mean that she is a slut!! and bunnehz: how DARE you say that only a girl without self respect, class or dignity would wear this. do YOU see gl telling girls to leave there nipples out for the world to see? NO. do you see any outfits above showing off a thong and a bright neon push up bra? NO! these outfits are completely appropriate. i am EXTREMELY offended by your comment. i would wear one of these outfits (with the blazer or vest over it) does that mean that im an easy slut who has no class, dignity, or self respect? of course not! well at least i am not thought of as a slut to people who aren't closed minded, rude and hurtful.

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