The best backless outfits to beat the summer heat in style

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A revealing back is often sexier than an even more revealing front. Men may beg to differ, of course, but women do not dress only for them, right? 

Apart from that, backless outfits ⁠— regardless of dresses or tops ⁠— can keep you cool from the heat.

Here, we have 8 of the best backless tops and dresses for you to choose from. From high-end to high-street, let these numbers keep you comfortable all-day long. In style, of course.

 

Photos: Bottega Veneta, A.W.A.K.E. Mode

 

This story was first published in Her World's July 2019 issue.

 

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1. Zara mesh top with back bow, S$55.90

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Featuring a perforated upper and a bow detail on its back, this top from Zara is edgy, yet feminine at the same time. Style it with a black bandeau top, or a plain black bra if you're daring enough.

 

Photo: Zara

 

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2. Mango acetate asymmetrical dress, S$89.90

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It's simple, it's sleek and it's elegant — what more can we ask for in a dress? Wear this with a pair of simple black pumps to work, or casually with a pair of sandals (black, too, for sophistication) on the weekends.

 

Photo: Mango

 

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3. Orseund Iris cut-out satin blouse, US$589.87 (about S$804.21), available at www.net-a-porter.com

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The satin upper and puffed shoulder details on this top screams they heydays of '80s disco haven. Go full on glam by wearing it with a sequinned skirt.

 

Photo: Net-a-Porter

 

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4. 3.1 Phillip Lim cotton poplin midi dress, US$548.51 (about S$747.73), available at www.net-a-porter.com

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We're all for a cotton number that's fashioned with an open back and a billowy silhouette. Why? The aforementioned trio is perfect for our sweltering climate. Wear this with a pair of thong sandals for that summer look.

 

Photo: Net-a-Porter

 

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5. Cult Gaia silk maxi dress, US$1,272 (about S$1,734.12), available at www.matchesfashion.com

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Despite this Cult Gaia number being all bright and cheery, it still looks refined and polished due to its silk upper. The cherry on top goes to the hand beaded quartz stones fashioned onto the straps on the back of this number. Complement its A-line silhouette with a pair of strappy heels.

 

Photo: Matchesfashion

 

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6. Bottega Veneta ribbed cotton dress, US$2,170 (about S$2,959.01), available at www.matchesfashion.com

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Picture this: You're at the French Riviera, basking the morning sun and letting the cool sea breeze graze your face while you stroll by the beach in this dress and a pair of mid-heel sandals (we're thinking of Mansur Gavriel's Campania). Perfect, right? Now, get this dress, stat.

 

Photo: Matchesfashion

 

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7. Harmur satin halterneck top, US$172.35 (about S$235.01), available at www.net-a-porter.com

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Pastel lovers, listen up. This satin top is a definite must-have. Wear it with a pair of white chino shorts on your off-days, or with a black pantsuit on weekdays.

 

Photo: Net-a-Porter

 

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8. Tibi cotton poplin midi dress, US$660.38 (about S$900.52), available at www.net-a-porter.com

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This dress is all about experimenting your playful and adventurous side: it's colourblocking detail and a bouffant shape says it all. Juxtapose its girlish silhouette with a pair of dad sneakers.

 

Photo: Net-a-Porter

 

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