We have high-street fashion brand Zara to thank for many a viral style moment. You couldn't walk down the street in 2019 without spotting at least a couple of women sporting the black-and-white polka-dot maxi dress, and who can forget those hot-pink jeans?
Yes, when it comes to viral style, Zara knows how to nail it every time. This summer, one of the top trending looks was lingerie tops, but with an asymmetric design that added a unique twist to a classic style staple. Moving into autumn, the top soon extended into a dress and was spotted at various fashion weeks, especially layered over jeans and longer skirts.
As we move into the cold depths of winter, you might have shifted this style to the back of your wardobe, thinking it's more of a summery piece. But our guide below proves that an asymmetrical lingerie top can look amazing throughout the colder months, too, especially with Christmas party season right around the corner. After all, nothing says ‘festive’ more than lace teamed with velvet and sparkles.
Versatile? Check. On-trend? Check. Here's the best way to nail the look:.
How to style asymmetrical lingerie tops for winter:
1. Layer with jumpers
It's easy to reach for a basic jumper and jeans combo when it's chilly outside, but up the style stakes by layering interesting pieces with your favourite knit. An asymmetrical lingerie top is the perfect base layer to combine with smart pinstripe trousers and a slouchy jumper to balance everything out, giving your look a high-low vibe. This look is office-friendly, too, helping take your outfit from ‘meeting-that-could-have-been-an-email’ to ‘festive post-work drinks with the girls’. Win, win!
Leather and lace are a classic combination, up there with tea and toast or Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. The difference in texture with the edginess of leather and the delicacy of the lace lends an outfit instant interest and helps elevate a look from basic to considered. The added element of the asymmetrical silhouette helps add even more style points. Pair with classic leather loafers and you're onto a winner.
3. Team with a skirt and scarf
Play with length and silhouette with long layers like scarves and maxi skirts to pair with your trailing asymmetrical top, adopting a ‘more is more’ approach. You can amp up the maximalist vibe by opting for layers all in the same tone, or mix and match different complementary colours. A chiffon or satin skirt will add a nice floaty, boho feel to the look, too.
Team with jeans
‘Jeans and a nice top’ is a classic combo for a reason. The nice top in question here, of course, is our asymmetrical lingerie top, which makes for the perfect dressy top to see you through the festive party season with the satin feel and lace edging. We like the idea of pairing it with white jeans, which some might consider more of a summer style, but looks perfect for the colder months, too, with the right accessories. Combine with chunky boots and a hard-working but elevated jacket, like a suede one in seasonal shades of brown, burgundy and tan. One with a funnel neck is particularly on-trend for autumn winter 2025.
Wear with a trench
As the outfit above proves, an asymmetrical lingerie top can look super chic paired with a sleek leather trench coat and trousers. The colour contrast between the dark brown leather and light trousers, shoes and bag adds visual impact, but the look would also great in a more festive palette — especially with some Christmas sparkle added in.
A version of this article originally appeared in GLAMOUR Spain.
