Lingerie as Outerwear: Working with Layers

Fall is well and truly here these days and my outfits are all being chosen according to their ability to accommodate multiple layers for comfort and temperature control. Most people think the changing seasons will completely restrict their ability to showcase their lingerie as outerwear, but really, it just makes it a bit more challenging. I love a good challenge, don’t you?

For today’s outfit, I began with a glamorous long sleeve bodysuit. The bodysuit is constructed from soft mesh with high quality, jersey fabric and features a modesty panel running up the middle and either side of the deep Vneck, I was reminded of the Silk Spectre II’s lingerie inspired Superhero costume in the Watchmen. I love that this outfit can evoke a warm and cozy Fall everyday look but that simmering just below the cardigan is the dangerously revealing bodysuit. Who knew wearing lingerie as outerwear could produce such an interesting dichotomy?

1. Rebecca Ansah Louiza Bodysuit: Constructed from revealing mesh and soft, black jersey, this bodysuit features a completely transparent back and arms with a thin center panel of opaque black up the front and on each side of the plunging Vneck. You can be glad for all those hours at the gym when you show off your beautifully sculpted abs just over the rise of the jeans.

2. Henri Bendel No.7 Tweed Envelope Clutch: The richly colored and nubby textured tweed evokes rainbow images of Fall forests adding a punch of color to every outfit. The clutch size is perfect for holding all your essentials and the silver drop chain can be used for over the shoulder wear or hidden within for a traditional in-hand clutch.

3. J Brand Pencil Leg Jeans in Heritage Color: These low rise jeans will pair beautifully with the revealing mesh of the bodysuit. The bit of stretch in the fabric will have you dancing and showing off these figure hugging pants. These pencil leg jeans taper slightly at the feet to draw the eye down to the fabulous Louboutin peep-toe heels.

4. Heaven’s Alchemy Alexandria Perfume: The deeply warm base notes of captivating amber, sensual musk, sandalwood and vanilla are the perfect platform for the more exotic notes of ginger, orange and jasmine. The scent is complex and deeply personal, perfect for the woman who wants to create an air of mystery.

5. Bristols 6 Nippies in Black Heart: The plunging neckline of the bodysuit won’t leave much to the imagination, so I thought it might prudent to include a little camouflage in case of a wardrobe malfunction. These nipple covers or “little patches of freedom” will maintain your modesty while also showing your fun side should there be a little slip. Either way, you’re covered and ready for anything.

6. Alexis Bittar Pave Accented Gold Triple Drop Earrings: You’ll want to wear your hair back when you sport these gorgeous drop earrings. The play of the light butter colored gold against the darker gems and settings is breathtaking and unexpected, much like the bodysuit hiding in wait under your cardigan.

7. Tory Burch Ross Cardigan: The soothing brown of this beautifully textured, rather prim cardigan is the perfect partner to the dramatic low rise jeans and bodysuit. The thick leather clasps are a nod to taboo bondage styling while the open bottom offers a peak at the layer below. I love that it’s structured like a jacket, but with the low key comfort of a sweater.

8. Dior Vernis in Rouge Garconne: This rather maroon-ish deep red pairs well with the fall colors of the tweed clutch and provides an unexpected punch of color. The long wearing polish should hold up to anything if you decide to put your outfit through its paces. Dancing, dining or DJing, your nails won’t hold you back.

9. Alexis Bittar Gold Oval Smoky Quartz Doublet Ring: This attention grabbing ring echoes the tones and colors of the earrings, while complimenting the oversized plaque on the clutch purse. I adore the understated quartz and the bold setting. This ring is from her Elements Collection and it was a pretty tough choice as to which one would best work. If I had enough fingers, I might have been tempted to choose them all.

10. Christian Louboutin Lady Peep: These nude heels are the perfect partner for those pencil leg jeans. The dramatic 6” heel will show off your legs to their utmost while offering a cheeky peek at your toes, which will be sporting the decadently red Dior polish. The nude color seems rather innocent and understated until that flashy red sole shows and your profile reveals the towering height of your heels. Just like the rest of this outfit, it can appear somewhat timid and practical until the little details are revealed!

I love that this outfit would fit in equally well in a library for some serious research or lining up at your favorite club, ready to dance the night away. I wouldn’t recommend any crime fighting though. I’m pretty sure those killer heels could actually be considered a dangerous weapon.

Is this how you would wear the bodysuit out and about? I would love to hear what you would pair it with!

Have a great week and I’ll see you with a brand new outfit next week!

by: Maggie (Blog Contributor for Bella Bella Boutique)

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