Now that social activities are in full swing, 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 spring and summer weddings 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 baby doll dresses with boned bodices and shirt dresses 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 29 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.
Leave it to Dion Lee to create the perfect corset minidress.
Combine sweet and sexy with this floral midi dress.
This black bubble dress is a perfect emulation of the dark-romance runway trend.
Full Barbiecore corset dressing.
This LBD has ruching and corset detailing.
Give structure to your white sundress with built-in boning.
The quintessential spring wedding guest dress.
The perfect marriage of romantic details and lingerie dressing.
This floral sundress is upgraded with a structured middle.
This body-hugging scuba dress is everything.
The details on this dress are to die for.
Sheer paneling accents beautiful boning.
Your black skater minidress with a corset top.
Slip dressing with a structured corset underneath.
Corset dresses aren’t just for going out. Take this chic shirtdress, for example.
Baby-doll dresses can have a dichotomous structured top.
This shapely dress feels Marilyn Monroe inspired.
Tropical vacation loading.
A snatched bodice complements puffy sleeves and a flouncy skirt.
Faux-leather corseting feels super modern.
Maximal florals and voluminous sleeves balance this bustier bodice.
A high slit and chain straps make for a sultry dress.
This draping is everything.
This statement frock is half ruched and half corseted.
Dark florals are a sophisticated spring option.
This classic black dress has perfect structure.
Keep it simple and slinky with this LBD.
This minimal flare dress has a bustier top attached.
