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Through centuries, corsets have played a number of roles. There are various ways you can style the
versatile piece. From sporting a corset top to the workplace to the quick luncheon with the BFF to
the dinner date with your boyfriend, there’s really no stopping when it comes to corsets these days.
orsets was born in the 15th century “You can
and to say that they are still worn
C(and loved) by women says a lot. definitely
Although they did reach their peak in dress up or
the Victorian era and came back in the
40’s via burlesque dancers and it gained a play down
massive popularity in the 80’s when the corset top
Goths embraced it. Today, you can style the according
wardrobe staple your way and sport it for to the
a date with your crush or beneath serious
suits, let us tell you how. occassion.”
FESTIVE WEAR
If you thought corsets were only for the
runway, you’ve clearly have living under the
rock. The completely revamped chic corset
can be worn anywhere and everywhere
and especially at your next intimate festive
soirée. Planning to host an festive gala at
your place soon and don’t know what to
wear? Opt for a sassy fun corset piece and
pair it with a plain sari. “Corsets accentuate
your curves making you look graceful and
younger! A woman’s curves are her biggest
asset. You can definitely dress up or play
down a corset top according to theoccassion.
A colourful corset worn with a solid colour
elegant lehenga skirt would work best for
festive dinners,” says designer Neetu Rohra,
founder of eponymous fashion brand Neetu
Rohra. Finish off your look with some fresh
flowers and blingy hair pins and you’re good
to go!
BFF’S WEDDING
Corset tops are no longer restricted to
western outfits but can also be worn along
with Indian wear too. A lot of designers
these days are giving westernised corsets a
much need makeover and making it more
wearable. “While choosing a corset blouse
make sure they are heavily embellished or
highlighted enough to be the statement and
since the corset blouse is supposed to grab
all the attention it is always best to team up
with a plain sari. In this way your blouse will
do all the talking. So embrace this trend and
be a trendsetter,” says Rohra.
DINNER DATE
Gone are the days where you wouldn’t be
able to breathe in a corset. Welcome to 2020
where corset tops are selling like hot cakes
and are super easy and comfortable too! You
can most definitely style the piece for your
next dinner date for two. Choose a studded
strapless number and pair it with a black
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