Fashion and Style > Tops and Sweaters How to Wear a Camisole Do's and Dont's for Styling This Feminine Top Share Pin Email Getty Images, David M. Benett / Contributor Fashion and Style Tops and Sweaters Accessories Dresses Skirts Jeans Pants Outerwear Lingerie and Swimwear Do It Yourself Shoes Kids and Teens Bumps and Babies View More by Cynthia Nellis updated March 12, 2018 The camisole, or cami as your mom might call it, is a versatile and essential part of any woman's wardrobe. The thin straps and simple design make it a basic piece with a lot of potential. Silk, loose-fitting camisoles make great going-out tops when paired with jeans or tucked into a skirt. A more fitted, cotton camisole is great for layering under sweaters and sweatshirts for a little added coverage (and some slimming potential!). Because they are so skimpy by nature, we've broken down the most essential "Dos" and "Donts" for wearing a camisole. While they are particularly on-trend (just like slip dresses), they are a timeless layering piece and are unlikely to become unfashionable anytime soon. We love how they look tucked into a skirt (a la Alicia Vikander) or worn loose with your favorite boyfriend jeans and sneakers for a mix of masculine and feminine.Tips for Wearing a CamisoleDoLayer a strapless, smooth-cupped bra underneath your camisole for a polished look. If you need added coverage or more support, look for a cami with a built-in shelf bra.Wear a silk camisole under a blazer or cardigan at the office for a hint of feminine charm.Tuck your camisole into a ladylike skirt for an outfit that's a mix of modern and sexy.Style a lace-trimmed camisole on its own with something unexpected, like boyfriend jeans or wide-leg trousers — a contrast of feminine and masculine influences is always chic. Embrace the lingerie and pajama dressing trend! Wear a silk camisole with a kimono or robe-style jacket and jeans for an of-the-moment outfit.Err on the side of larger rather than smaller — a camisole with a more floaty, relaxed fit will ultimately be more flattering since you're showing a fair amount of skin around the chest and shoulders. Don'tPair your most fitted camisole with tight jeans — remember that opposites attract in fashion. This style of top will look better either tucked into an A-line skirt or layered under a jacket or cardigan.Let it show if you're layering more than one camisole under a shirt or sweater — it looks sloppy and overly youthful.Choose an overly-skimpy camisole if you are busty; instead opt for lace trims on a more substantial tank top like one with thick straps or a more conservative, straight-across neckline.Forget to accessorize your neckline with layers of thin necklaces, a choker or statement necklace.Wash your delicate camisoles in the washing machine — silk and crepe should be dry cleaned only to preserve the color, shape, and fit. Show Full Article