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By Shelby Comroe
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Welcome toThe Essentials, our weekly series highlighting a must-have classic, key to building a timeless, pulled-together closet.
A wardrobe must-have, the camisole comes in a wide variety of fabric and styles. There's nothing a camisole can't do: You can try a sexy, slinky cami fora night outon the town, or take the modest route bylayering a blazer on topfor a work-appropriate look. We've rounded up our favorite new camisoles for every season and destination—from the classic silk camisole, an elevated basic, to a sexy bustier-style floral cami.
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Zadig & Voltaire Christy Lace Trim Silk Camisole
There's nothing like a foolproof outfit, and a lace camisole is the trusty night out item thatalwaysworks. Pair this top with some jeans and strappy heels and you automatically have a look. A lace cami is also a great base layer for fun jackets and blazers.
Raey Watercolour Floral Top
Lightweight silk fabric and a feminine floral design makes this camisole a great summer top for outdoor celebrations, like baby or bridal showers.
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Cami NYC Busy Bead Stretch Silk Camisole
The sweet bead detailing on this camisole gives it an edge.
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Aisling Camps Kora Top
All of Aisling Camp's pieces are handmadeand knit to order in Brooklyn, New York. The Kora top is great for a chic summer outfit. Complete the look with theAriel Skirt.
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Donni Pearl Tank
Donni has elevated the basic camisole by adding pearls to the straps. This tiny detail makes a huge difference—pair this top with some jean shorts, pearl jewelry, and flat sandals for a laid-back outfit.
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Brock Collection Siria Floral Cotton Camisole
Calling all my girly girls: This Brock Collection cami has your name all over it. The feminine florals combined with the bustier style is the perfect amount of sexy and sweet. Pair this top with white jeans, espadrilles, gold hoops, and a basket bag for a great summertime look.
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Enza Costa Silk Rib Asymmetric Strappy Tank
Spaghetti Strap 2.0
The spaghetti strap top just got an upgrade. A strappy tank like this is a super versatile going-out piece. Pair it with skirts, leather pants, jeans, shorts—the options truly are endless.
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Reformation Viviana Top
This daintytop has a bit of '90snostalgia. Go full aughts and pair this bad boy with some low rise jeans, kitten heels, and tiny sunnies. Another option sans low rise jeans: some mom jeans, cute chunky sneakers, and gold hoops.
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Ciao Lucia Romeo Bow-Detailed Camisole Top
Delicate bows bring a feminine and romantic feel to this versatile, light pink camisole. It’ll look just as great paired with slouchy jeans as it will with slip skirts or silk trousers.
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Superdown Katryna Chain Cami
Made with a stretch-jersey fabric, this sexy cami has a draped neckline at the front and an open back. The metallic chain straps add a touch of shine to the flirty style, making it perfect for a night out. Complete your look with a pair of jeans, strappy sandals, and a glowy makeup look.
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Nanushka Neza Glossy Satin Camisole
Thick tubular straps, a low back, and a straight neckline with a slight cowl make this glossy green camisole a standout style. For the warmer weather, match it up with pastel hues or crisp white, and in the cooler months, pair the top with camel, deep brown, and black for a sophisticated look.
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Vince Pima Cotton Camisole
Available in black, white, and a light tan hue, this wardrobe essential is a piece you will reach for again and again. The dainty straps and square neckline give this cotton knit a modern, minimal look, which will make it easy to style with everything in your closet.
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Nili Lotan Gemma Draped Leopard-Print Silk-Satin Camisole
If you love an animal print, this spotted camisole is one to add to your wardrobe ASAP. For the office, style it with a tailored blazer, and for a night out, bare your shoulders and tuck the silk-satin top into a pair of high-waisted black jeans or faux-leather pants.
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J.Crew Washable Silk Charmeuse Camisole Top
Priced at under $100, this spaghetti strap camisole is one to have on your radar. The simply chic style comes in several colors and is made with washable silk charmeuse.
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Equipment Layla Sleeveless V Neck Printed Silk Camisole
If you love neutrals but still want to make a statement, scoop up this star-print camisole. It'll bring an eye-catching twist to any outfit.
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Tiny Lace Cami
This sweet cami with lace detailing and button-front is ready for your warm-weather outfits. Throw it on with a breezy skirt or your favorite jean shorts and a pair of slide sandals.
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Free People Hattie Silky Tank
Add a pop of blue to your look with this cowl-neck style. The adjustable shoulder ties are not only a useful design feature but they also bring a stylish element to the top.
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GANNI Silk Floral Camisole
A dark, moody floral camisole like this one is a style that you can easily wear all year round. When the temperature dips, layer a velvet blazer over the cami for a chic cold-weather look.
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Shelby Comroe
Shelby Comroe is the Credits Editor and Fashion Assistant at Marie Claire covering all things fashion and giving credit where credit is due. Check her out @shelbycomroe on Instagram if buying designer handbags is your idea of a retirement plan!
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