bustier
noun
bus·tier
ˌbü-stē-ˈā 
ˌbə-,
-ˈtyā
: a tight-fitting often strapless top worn as a bra or outer garment
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Odessa A'zion's custom Valentino look featured a floral bra, bustier and matching cape detailed with sequin and embroidered flowers.
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Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
Instead of looking at fashion through the lens of art, the dresses, jeans, body stockings, bustiers and other garments are more prominently positioned.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
The viral Vogue cover of a pregnant Rihanna, captured by Annie Leibowitz in 2022, made waves for the way the pop star’s lacey bustier catsuit challenged expectations of maternity wear.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
The lacy set featured a plunging bodysuit with a corset bodice and lace bustier.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
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Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
Instead of looking at fashion through the lens of art, the dresses, jeans, body stockings, bustiers and other garments are more prominently positioned.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
The viral Vogue cover of a pregnant Rihanna, captured by Annie Leibowitz in 2022, made waves for the way the pop star’s lacey bustier catsuit challenged expectations of maternity wear.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
The lacy set featured a plunging bodysuit with a corset bodice and lace bustier.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
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“Bustier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bustier. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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