ReFashion #9

The Trend: The Bustier

Louche Mandy Floral Crop Bustier Top, $33

Tilly's Knit Bra Top, $12

Blouson Nior Striped Bra Top w/ Lacing, $360

Above photo: That's Chic

Marcela Quintanilla: [Abraham is upset about Selena's "Top Outfit"] It's a bustier!

Abraham Quintanilla: Bustiquela? Es un bra!
Marcela Quintanilla: I think she looks cute.

I'm obsessed with bustier tops right now! Not only because they are really cute and tend to come in fun prints, but also because they are perfect for summer weather. It's just been so hot in Florida lately that the only way to get real relief from the heat is to wear clothing that closely resembles undergarments. To get the look I refashioned a bustier tank top that's been sitting in my closet with tags still on it for months. It wasn't thrifted, but I only paid $6 for it. Score! It's made of a faux denim knit fabric. 

Bustier Tank Top, Ross, $6

Before

First I cut it down to the length I wanted. 

Then I zig-zag stitched the raw edge

I folded the edge under, pinned it in place, and top-stitched

Here's the result after top-stitching

I purchased this eyelet lace trim ($1) & sewed it along the underside 

After

Voila! An adorable bustier to help beat the heat & look good while doing it. I will be wearing this top in an upcoming outfit post with refashioned bottoms, so stay tuned. -C.C.