For Pre-Fall, models at Valentino were sent down the runway in ribbed or see-through bras worn over floaty, floral dresses.

Meanwhile, Moschino showed a full-on corset layered over a maxi frock to give the feminine dress a bit more of an edge.

For a slightly more wearable version, these corset belts from 3.1 Phillip Lim cinches the waist to give a more womanly silhouette.

Similarly, Marc Jacobs introduces a milder and slimmer version of the corset belt – the leopard print version amps up any look.

To pull off the look in real life, wear printed, structured bras over long sleeve tops to add some texture to the look.

Or, wear a dark lacy bra over a plain white tee to instantly update the standard basic – outerwear optional.

The corset belt, meanwhile, can be layered over virtually anything to add some extra detail to the look – try it over a classic white blouse to start with.

Clockwise from top left: Hanky Panky nylon bra, US$60 (S$84), www.net-a-porter.com. Chantal Thomass cotton bra, $152, www.farfetch.com. Marni crepe de chine bra, US$341 (S$479), www.net-a-porter.com. Polyamide-blend bra, $39.90, H&M. CF. Goldman viscose bra, US$350 (S$491), www.modaoperandi.com. Tommy Hilfiger polyamide-blend bra, $89.90, Topshop.

Clockwise from top left: Tibi denim corset, US$295 (S$414), www.modaoperandi.com. Alaïa leather waist belt, US$911 (S$1,279), www.net-a-porter.com. Giambattista Valli tulle corset, US$295 (S$414), www.modaoperandi.com. Alaïa leather waist belt, US$1,739 (S$2,441), www.net-a-porter.com. PU corset belt, $46.90, Topshop. Maison Margiela silk-blend corset top, $2,389, www.farfetch.com.

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