“Exposed bras have never been so present”: summer 2026 tops that change everything

This season, summer summer tops are undergoing a veritable revolution. The spring-summer 2026 fashion shows reveal 9 key trends that shorten, expose and reinvent every silhouette, from the boudoir-effect camisole to the exposed bra worn as a piece in its own right.

Oversized T-shirts and high-collared tops are the summer’s top trends

Usually confined to everyday wear, the oversized monochrome T-shirt is now making its way into the evening wardrobe. At Matthieu Blazy‘s first Chanel show, a spectacular feathered skirt was paired with a wide white T-shirt. Balenciaga and Bottega Veneta have also adopted this approach.

At Stella McCartney, on the other hand, the oversized T-shirt offsets a pair of sequined pants. Day or night, it can be slipped under a pair of pegged pants or jeans. As a result, it’s never been so versatile.

The high-neck top, discreet but effective

Chic and minimalist, the high-neck top proves that quiet luxury remains a trend in its own right. With a total look in the same color, it’s perfect for the office, as at Ralph Lauren.

At night, it can be worn more unstructured, like the silhouettes seen at Schiaparelli and Alaïa. In this way, this versatile top adapts effortlessly to every moment of the day.

Crop top, camisole and exposed bra: sensuality at the heart of trends

The asymmetrical crop top is a summer favorite. At Christopher Esber and Courrèges, it has become a veritable visual signature. Cut asymmetrically, it is paired with pants worn very low.

What’s more, the lace-trimmed camisole leaves the bedroom for the street. Seen at Chanel, Victoria Beckham, Vaillant, Stella McCartney and The Attico, it stands out for its lace trim. This boudoir spirit is right up there with the times.

“Never have exposed bras been so present as in the Spring-Summer 2026 collections.”

The exposed bra is, in fact, this season’s most assertive trend. After the no-pant, it can be worn next to the skin or hidden under an oversized blazer. To adopt this look without risk, it’s best to opt for silk and satin lingerie with no see-through effect.

• The oversized T-shirt is now worn in the evening, with a voluminous skirt.
• Asymmetrical crop tops can be paired with very low-waisted pants.
• The lace-trimmed camisole leaves the boudoir for the street.
• The exposed bra can be worn on its own or under an oversized blazer.
• The bohemian top relies on lace, ruffles and white.

Flower Power and tank top, two sure-fire summer tops

Floral prints are also making their mark this season. According to the Chloé and Coperni fashion shows, spring 2026 is an ode to the stylistic audacity of the 80s. Bursts of color and flowers add a bucolic note to every outfit.

The tank top, on the other hand, plays the simplicity card. Preferably white or black, it remains a reliable ally in the face of soaring mercury. Seen at Isabel Marant and Michael Kors, it can be worn with absolutely everything.

Bohemia and Ringer T-shirts: the latest trend tops for summer 2026

The boho-chic wave is reinvented this season in a more streamlined form. Gone are the long, ruffled dresses of Spring 2025: from now on, the bohemian trend is expressed through lace tops and blouses, preferably immaculate. At Zimmermann and Ulla Johnson, these pieces are worn with wide-leg jeans.

To adopt this style, all you need is three ingredients: lace, ruffles and white. The recipe is simple, the results immediate.

Finally, the Ringer T-shirt completes the panorama of summer tops. Spotted at Vaillant, this T-shirt with its round neckline highlighted by a colorful border was first worn in the 1970s by John Lennon, before becoming the signature piece of the icons of the 2000s, starting with Paris Hilton. This spring, it’s set to become even more popular.

So whether you prefer the boldness of an exposed bra or the softness of a lace blouse, summer tops offer everyone a way to reclaim the season in their own way.

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