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13 Ways to Style a Camisole Into the Perfect Going-Out Look

Add these outfits to your rotation, stat.

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Laura Lajiness Kaupke

Updated on 10/18/23 11:09AM

How to Wear a Camisole Outfit — Oak + Fort/Design by Cristina Cianci

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Black Camisole Cowl Neck Camisole Cotton Camisole White Camisole V-Neck Camisole Layering Camisole Empire Camisole

Scoop-Neck Camisole Beige Camisole Faux Leather Camisole Colorful Camisole Classic Camisole Camisole Dress

Boudoir-inspired pieces like camisoles can be tricky to style outside the house. It’s hard to fail when pairing one with PJ bottoms or underwear, but for an outfit that is appropriate enough to wear in public, it takes a little more effort.

A camisole is a great layering piece. It can be worn on its own or under a blazer or jacket. The best camisole outfits are all about balance: a cozy knit here, a rigid pair of jeans there, perhaps a voluminous skirt or textured pair of trousers to offset the silky or fitted nature of classic designs. But there's no need to overcomplicate things. Our secret? Keep the formula simple.

Whether you’re headed to a dinner date, a Saturday full of activities, or a casual brunch, ahead, find thirteen ways to style a camisole so you look stylish for all these occasions and more.

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Black Camisole

If you’re just starting out with camisoles, a black one is a solid start. It pairs effortlessly with just about anything in your wardrobe, though we like tucking one into high-rise jeans, with a strappy stiletto and gold earrings to complete the look.

Skin Sexy Cami

Skin Sexy Cami $60.00

Anine Bing Blue Jeans

Anine Bing Gavin Jean $230.00

Schutz Black Heels

Schutz Luriane Sandal $128.00

Third Crown Marcy Stud Earrings

Third Crown Marcy Stud Earrings $200.00

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Cowl Neck Camisole

No cami feels more aughts-inspired than a cowl neck style, especially in a beige or taupe shade. For a night out, you can’t go wrong by pairing one with leather pants, minimal sandals, and a mini bag, preferably of the metallic variety.

Loft Cowl Neck cami

Loft Cowl Neck Cami $55.00

The Ethiquette Black Pants

The Ethiquette Aphrodite Pants $427.00

Studio Amelia Pumps in Nude

Studio Amelia Razor 65mm Leather Slingback Pumps $404.00

Yuzefi Black Dinner Roll Bag

Yuzefi Baton Leather Shoulder Bag $595.00

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Cotton Camisole

Cotton camis are usually worn as base layers, but guess what? You can totally style one as a standalone top. We love one tucked into a high-rise, A-line skirt with accessories made from woven materials for elevated summer style.

Old Navy First-Layer Plus-Size V-Neck Cami

Old Navy First Layer Plus-Size V-Neck Cami $6.00

Brother vellies small bag

Brother Vellies Checkers Nile Handbag $1,195.00

Tuesday Mules in Espresso

Brother Vellies Tuesday Mules $535.00

Banana Republic Maxi Slip Skirt

Banana Republic Maxi Slip Skirt $45.00

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White Camisole

We get it: when it’s blazing hot, you need a non-clingy outfit that pulls away from your body. Enter this camisole outfit idea, featuring a white style you can wear loose or tucked into a cool, crinkled pair of shorts. For a dressy finish, we’re partial to heeled mules and a chunky signet ring.

Cuyana Silk Cami

Cuyana Silk Cami $128.00

Maeve The Avery Short

Maeve The Avery Pleated Shorts $98.00

Chelsea Paris Ace Mule in Butter

Chelsea Paris Ace Mule $259.00

Awe Inspired Athena Signet Ring

Awe Inspired Athena Signet Ring $150.00

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V-Neck Camisole

This minimalist-inspired ensemble epitomizes chic. The refined, creamy palette is totally worth any spill risk, especially considering the relaxed trousers and single statement earring.

Refine The Kate Cami

Refine The Kate Cami $250.00

Ralph Lauren Off White Pant

Ralph Lauren Double Faced Wide Leg Pants $175.00

Emme Parsons Susan Slide

Emme Parsons Susan Slide $375.00

SVNR Mustique Earring

SVNR Mustique Earring $120.00

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Layering Camisole

As we mentioned, camis are often a base layer, whether under a sheer top or paired with a jacket. For a fresh take on the latter, how about combining a silky cami with wide-leg pants and a breathable, kimono-inspired jacket on top? A gold chain makes for an on-point and polished finish.

Whimsy + Row Dylan Cami

Whimsy + Row Dylan Cami $62.00

LouLou Studio Wide Leg Pants

LouLou Studio Aiwa Twill Wide Leg Pants $350.00

Los Angeles Apparel Kimono Jacket

Los Angeles Apparel Jaquard Kimono Jacket $190.00

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Empire Camisole

Believe it or not, empire waists are coming back. Real talk, we’re super into the look, particularly with long shorts for a bit of proportion play. A boater hat and sleek flats are classic finishes we love, with a hint of Parisian vibes, to boot.

By Marlene Birger Camisole

By Marlene Birger Maunaloa Wrap-Effect Slub Linen Camisole $90.00

Essēn The Foundation Flat

Essēn The Foundation Flat $208.00

CRVY Bermuda Denim Shorts

CRVY Pasadena Long Shorts $150.00

Brixton Sun Hat

Brixton Harper Straw Hat $189.00

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Scoop-Neck Camisole

When you’re not wearing a bathing suit on vacation or for waterside moments, how about a camisole outfit? We love a scoop-neck silhouette with a sarong-style skirt, leather sandals, and an oversize sun hat (you know we’re all about sun safety).

Everlane Silk Scoop Neck Cami

Everlane The Clean Scoop Silk Cami $110.00

Joanna Ortiz Printed Sarong

Johanna Ortiz Ruby Cerise Sun Pareo $285.00

Eugenia Kim Mirabel Hat

Eugenia Kim Mirabel Hat $495.00

Steve Madden Black Strappy Sandal

Steve Madden Bias Sandal $60.00

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Beige Camisole

You can't go wrong with beige. However, one of our favorite ways to wear it is in tandem with other neutral hues. For dressed-down days, try a silky camisole in the versatile shade with a cozy cardigan, jeans, and fuzzy sandals.

Almina Concept Silk Cami

Almina Concept Silk Cami $138.00

Dôen Maritime Jean

Dôen Maritime Jean $178.00

Filoro Wool and Cashmere Cardigan

Filoro Sloane Wool and Cashmere Blend $225.00

Birkenstock Furry Sandal

Birkenstock Shearling Arizona Big Buckle $180.00

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Faux Leather Camisole

A faux leather camisole is an easy way to master head-to-toe leather for warmer days. With a long pair of shorts, minimal blazer, and lace-up PVC heels, the resulting look is both edgy and elevated.

7 for all mankind ruched cami

7 For All Mankind Faux Leather Ruched Cami $178.00

Reiss Belted Beige Blazer

Reiss Lylah Belted Single Belted Blazer $510.00

Free People Leather Bermuda Shorts

Free People Faux Trouser Short $98.00

Larroudé Gloria Sandal

Larroudé Gloria Sandal $285.00

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Colorful Camisole

Camisoles come in all sorts of materials as well as all sorts of colors. Bold hues outside of the traditional tans and creams can be difficult to style in a sophisticated way. Pair with some casual light wash, wide leg jeans and some sleek sandals.

Free People Seamless V Neck Cami

Free People Seamless V Neck Cami $30.00

Staud x Wrangler Jeans

Staud x Wrangler The Loose Jean $195.00

Jessica Rich Zebra Heel

Jessica Rich Lori Mule $275.00

Anina Iris Zaya Bag

Anina Iris Baby Opal Zaya $450.00

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Classic Camisole

A classic camisole is a foundational layering piece in any wardrobe, The below from Ramy Brooke goes just as well with jeans and under a blazer as it does with a slip skirt.

Ramy Brooke Cowlneck Camisole

Ramy Brooke Abigail Cowlneck Camisole Top $195.00

The Frankie Shop Beige Blazer

The Frankie Shop Blair Linen Blazer $443.00

Reformation straight leg jeans

Reformation Val 90s Mid Rise Jean $148.00

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Camisole Dress

If you love the look of camisoles, try it as a dress. Slip dresses have recently made a resurgence into popular culture thanks to their versatility. Wear them to the office under a blazer, or dress them down with a pair of sneakers.

J.Crew Slip Dress in Lavender

J.Crew Gwenyth V-Neck Slip Dress $128.00

SOKO Gold Threader Earrings

SOKO Laini Threader $98.00

New Balance NB Numeric Jamie Foy 306

New Balance NB Numeric Jamie Foy 306 $90.00

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