15+ Sizzling Outfit Ideas to Wear Over a Corset

By Liz Flynn Jul 24, 2023

A corset is an exciting addition to any wardrobe. Wearing a corset is a fun way to add mystery, sexiness, and edginess to your style.

Corsets are slimming and flattering, so they make a great accessory to wear underneath your clothes. You can even feature a corset as the main part of your outfit.

The possibilities for what to wear under a corset are endless, so we’re here to help.

Here are 16 sizzling outfit ideas for what to wear over a corset.

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A Faux Leather Jacket

A vegan leather jacket looks amazing when worn over a corset. Plus, a high-quality vegan leather jacket is a versatile wardrobe staple.

Wear a black lace corset with high-waisted jeans or black shorts to create a sexy evening look. You’re unstoppable when you wear a well-tailored faux leather jacket over the whole ensemble.

Explore our selection of the best vegan leather jackets.

A Slip Dress

Wearing a corset underneath your clothing creates a slimming effect that boosts your assets. Wear a slinky slip dress to show off how great you look and feel.

Wear a short but sweet slip dress over a corset for a sizzling summer look, or create a dramatic evening outfit with a floor-length black dress and strappy heels.

Make sure you invest in a high-quality, sustainably-made slip dress for this look.

A Maxi Skirt

Corsets accentuate your natural waistline, so a high-waisted maxi skirt will emphasize your cinched waist.

Create a boho rocker look with a floral maxi skirt worn over a romantic corset and denim jacket. For a more glamorous look, wear a sweeping black skirt with statement jewelry, heels, and a semi-sheer corset.

Explore our favorite sustainable maxi skirts for more outfit ideas.

Overalls

Wearing overalls over a corset creatively combines the masculine and feminine into one cohesive look.

Some creative and edgy outfit ideas include cute denim overalls with a structured lace corset or wide-leg utility overalls with a soft pink satin corset. Add girly accessories or chunky sneakers to elevate your look.

Check out the best sustainable overalls to get started.

A Tailored Blazer

A tailored blazer worn over a corset creates a look that is simultaneously sexy and chic.

Create an elegant evening look with a black blazer, high-waisted dress pants, and a matching black lace corset. Wear an oversized men’s blazer with a form-fitting, slinky corset underneath for a fun daytime outfit.

Explore our selection of hemp blazers for a unique take on this wardrobe staple.

An Oversized Shirt

An oversized, loose-fitting shirt looks amazing when worn over a corset.

Layer a corset under a loose-fitting chambray shirt and pair it with distressed denim shorts for a casual yet trendy outfit. You can also wear an oversized t-shirt tucked into high-waisted pants for an effortlessly relaxed look.

Shop our selection of elegant, sustainable button-up shirts.

Victorian-Inspired Pieces

Corsets were all the rage in the Victorian Era. Pay homage to times past by layering Victorian-inspired pieces over a modern-day corset.

For this look, think voluminous dresses, high-neck blouses, and plenty of ruffles. It’s all about combining voluminous silhouettes and soft, feminine elements.

Check out the best selection of sustainable corsets to get started.

Denim Jackets

Denim jackets are easy to wear over a corset because they’re versatile, casual, and comfortable.

A denim jacket is a great way to test the waters if you’re nervous about wearing a corset. This outerwear mainstay looks great with any corset while providing plenty of coverage.

Pair your denim jacket and corset with a cute midi skirt or high-waisted shorts for a relaxed look with just the right amount of sex appeal.

Check out these affordable denim jackets that every woman needs in their closet.

A Ruffled Top

Create a show-stopping outfit when you layer a ruffled top over a slimming corset.

Wear a floral ruffled blouse over a simple corset for a vintage Western-inspired look, or create a dramatic outfit with billowing sleeves, lace ruffles, and sheer fabric.

Explore our selection of sustainable blouses.

A Structured Dress

Corsets are amazing because they can help create the silhouette you want when you wear a structured or skin-tight dress.

Wear a low-cut evening gown or an A-line dress over a simple, no-frills corset to create an amazing, gravity-defying silhouette. A corset is also perfect under a daring bodycon dress because it tucks and compresses in all the right places.

Explore our favorite bodycon and special occasion dresses for the best dramatic options.

Pencil Skirts

A high-waisted pencil skirt over a show-stopping corset is an excellent way to turn heads.

Transform a hum-drum office look into a scintillating evening outfit by pairing your favorite pencil skirt with a structured corset and faux leather jacket.

Check out these sustainable and affordable pencil skirts for the best options.

An Elaborate Costume

No one wants a wardrobe malfunction while wearing an elaborate costume! That’s where corsets come in.

If you love dressing up for Renaissance fairs, cosplay events, and conventions, consider adding a corset to the mix. Corsets work wonders for your figure and create a slimming silhouette when worn under a costume.

In addition, you’ll feel more secure and comfortable with a foundational corset holding everything in place.

High-Waisted Shorts

Wear high-waisted shorts over your favorite corset for a fun-loving look.

Layer your corset with distressed denim shorts and a vegan leather jacket for an edgy rocker look, or create a softer vibe with loose cotton shorts and an unbuttoned dress shirt.

Check out our selection of denim shorts and cotton shorts for more ideas. The possibilities are endless!

A Sheer Blouse

Show what’s underneath it all with a sheer blouse over a feminine corset.

Wearing a sheer, loose-fitting blouse over your corset creates a romantic-yet-sexy outfit that works great for a daytime date or a night out.

Finish your look off with high-waisted, wide-leg trousers or a romantic maxi skirt, and you’re ready to turn heads for all the right reasons.

Trendy Wide-Leg Pants

Wear wide-leg pants over a corset for a modern, Y2K-inspired outfit.

Cargo pants, high-waisted palazzo pants, and high-waisted mom jeans are all great options to create this look. Wear your corset as a top and rock a bare midriff for a trendy Gen Z vibe.

Shop our master list of affordable and sustainable denim brands and cargo pants for more inspiration.

A Mini Skirt

A mini skirt is fun to wear over a corset because it’s modern and trendy with just the right amount of cheekiness.

Channel the early-aughts à la Paris Hilton with a stretchy mini skirt, matching corset, and strappy heels.

You can also create the illusion of a bodycon dress by layering a high-waisted mini skirt over your corset.

Check out our selection of fun mini skirts that are sustainable and affordable.

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About the Author: Liz Flynn

Liz Flynn is a freelance writer, fiber artist, and amateur art historian. She is passionate about making sustainable, ethical fashion accessible to everyone. In her spare time, Liz can be found crocheting, reading, hiking, or hanging out with her beloved dog, Atwood. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Art History and Education from UC Riverside.