Now that social activities are a thing again, going-out fashion has been booming. Corset tops started trending back in 2020 but truly had a big moment this past summer, so it should come as no surprise that corset dresses are now the next big lingerie-inspired trend to grace our feeds. Beloved by celebs like Megan Fox and Jennifer Lopez, the corset dress is pretty much the only thing we want to be wearing to our marathon of holiday parties this season. The best part of all? While they may sound kind of intimidating, they’re actually super wearable, hugging the body in all the right places.
Here’s the thing: Just because corset dresses are, well, corseted doesn’t mean they always have to be over-the-top sexy, too. We stand by corset details for daytime—even for the office—and there are plenty of casual styles out there that nod to the trend. Think ribbed knits with boned bodices and shirtdresses with bustier seams that are flattering without being flashy.
We’re more than ready to start wearing the trend ourselves, so we scoured the internet for the coolest corset dresses out there, both of the going-out and grandma-approved varieties. Keep reading to check out how our favorite celebs are styling them, and shop 23 of our favorites while you’re at it.
Remember when Megan Fox wore this incredible Alex Perry dress?
We think about this Mugler dress that Tina Kunakey wore at least once a day.
Claire Foy’s cascading corset dress is breathtaking.
J.Lo proves the trend is daytime appropriate, too.
This super-cute mini can be dressed up or down.
Leave it to Dion Lee to create the perfect corset minidress.
We’re getting Y2K vibes from this one.
This bustier dress from Zara looks a lot more expensive than it is.
This one is so sleek and sophisticated. It’s sexy without being overly sexy.
This denim style from Reformation comes in a handful of fun prints and colors, and we’ll take one of each.
The only LBD you need in your life.
This cocktail dress is holiday party–ready.
This cable-knit mini is everything.
From the lace puff sleeves to the corseted bodice, we’re obsessed with everything about this dress.
Corset dresses aren’t just for going out. Take this chic shirtdress, for example.
Another great shirtdress-inspired style.
A blazer dress you’ll wear again and again.
Drooling over this Nanushka dress.
Okay, we need this one.
This color, though!
We’ve been eyeing this body-con dress for months.
The ultimate going-out dress.
This one’s great for everyday wear.
We’d pair this fluttery mini with some chunky lug-sole boots.
Another great going-out dress.
We’re loving the scalloped edges on this cute knit mini.
This bandeau-style corset dress is so versatile. We’ll be layering it under all our favorite blazers and cardigans this winter.
