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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The collection spans prints and silhouettes inspired by the Hollywood legend’s style, including halter neck dresses, bustier tops, cropped jackets and capri pants.
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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 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
According to a press release, the bustier dress was designed with 25,000 silk thread feathers and lacing with gold metal eyelets at the back, as well as an ivory tulle skirt.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Above the intricate lace bustier, the bodysuit also featured a massive diamond cutout accompanied by a smaller geometric cutout just below the bust.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 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
According to a press release, the bustier dress was designed with 25,000 silk thread feathers and lacing with gold metal eyelets at the back, as well as an ivory tulle skirt.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Above the intricate lace bustier, the bodysuit also featured a massive diamond cutout accompanied by a smaller geometric cutout just below the bust.
—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 25 Apr. 2026.
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