I’ve been obsessing over strapped swimwear and bras for ages now, and recently took a moment to create a style of my own. I was inspired by lots of designer versions out there but in particular this one. Such a simple update to a triangle bra!
You need:
- A triangle bra
- elastic the same width as the straps on your bra
- a needle and thread
- scissors
1. Start by cutting your elastic into strips.
2. Put your bra on ( either yourself or on a mannequin) and start pinning the elastic on, stretching it slightly (but not too uch, you don’t want it to dig in when you wear it) so you know how it will look on.
3. Create a simple criss cross shape. You can be as imaginative as you like here, adding as much elastic as you see fit.
4. Sew the elastic down using a needle and thread. For the back I simply tied it in a bow but you could use a snap or clip to secure it if you choose.
Voila! Admittedly the whole bra under blazer thing is a risqué ensemble for most of us – luckily it would also look great under a sheer top paired with a high waisted skirt. Party season wear at its best!
First and last images by Sabrina Sikora.
spot on. really love this.
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that top looks super stylish !!! great idea and it looks super easy 🙂
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It was!
Wow this looks fantastic. Great diy idea 🙂
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xx Mira
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Mad love for bras with a twist, so inspired to try this on my own!
racheeng
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great DIY! looks awesome with the blazer
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Love the result!
no strips on the back?
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Veva
Nope, but feel free to get creative with yours. xx
Fabulous and edgy! This might be one of my fave diys!
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Thanks Vanessa!
Great DIY! Looks hot and amazing.
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Tabea
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Awww thanks
Very nicely done!
Naomi, x
Sexy! 😉
This is amazing!
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love it!
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thanks for your good share~~
Love this DIY! Are you able to please tell me what brand is the triangle bra is?
Just a simple one I bought in the markets
wow this is very sexy look. Loving it
Kisses
Ewelina
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I love it 🙂
This has inspired me with an idea for a dress!
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Wow, very provocative, but at the same time “chic”
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I love it! This would be so cool on the beach but it could also be a fun party look!
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Gorgeous idea! I love strapped swimwear too! Good job!
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It would be great as a bikini!
Yowzas! You look hot in this. It would also be so cute under a sheer top or a loosely fitting summer dress.
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So neat and quite easy to do. Great job!
xo
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Wow this is pretty amazing! I think I know what I have to go and buy later on. Thank you for the DIY 🙂
xx
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This is AMAZING!!!!! would you ever make one to sell????? you know to the less than crafty?
Sheree xxx
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Looks incredible!
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That is a fun way to spice up a simple bra, I would probably wear it under a sheer t-shirt to make it less risqué though !
Hahaha agreed.
This is awesome : D I will try it out!
Super stylish, but don’t know if I have the courage to rock this one! 🙂
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Great DIY! looks awesome as always 🙂
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Very cool, a little like the lingerie from Marlies Dekkers 😉 xx
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Wow, don’t know if I would wear it in public, but it looks great! 😉
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Miss Annie
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What a sexy top! Oh great. I will absolutely try it soon..
Thnx for sharing.
Best,
Katty
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So pretty. Always look forward to seeing your next great DIY.
🙂 Nai x
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Perfect diy!!!
See how to do a the hip tee shirt in mu blog: liveraro.blogspot.com.es
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LOVE IT! So Simple
Loveeee it!! Omg soo stylish!
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Your DIY’s are fabulous!! Xx
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Thanks honey!
great DIY, like it! xo
Dear Inès
Such a unique way to add some detail, daringness and edge to an outfit. Love it!
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Yeah, wearing just a blazer over this DIY would be way too risque for me … I would wear it under a top though, maybe the lace sheer ones :).
I think that would look amazing.
So so sexy!! beautiful job! simple and fast to make and a great result!!! 🙂
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Can you do anything not perfect?:) This is absolutely epic, I am so making one of those:)
Dom
xx
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This is amazing, sosos clever!
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This bra looks amazing!
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Love this post! I’m a huge fan of DIY fashion where possible and customising outfits 🙂 Great way to save money and have a unique outfit!
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xxx
This is so innovative, I am definitely going to try this out! Thanks for sharing.
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Wow, amazing!
This is amazing, you are really so talented which is why I’ve nominated you for a LIEBSTER AWARD 😀 come check it out if you have the chance http://WWW.helpcompletemylook.com xxxx
This is great! Don’t know If I will be able to do this but you have certainly teased the DIY bug in me 🙂
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you have maintained distances of straps well since straps with elasticity are difficult to handle and measure.
Love this and I’m sure hubby will too! Thank you!
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I love this, great job. For myself, i am obsessed with the mazzy bikini from agent provocateur 🙂
Xoxo
What a great job, i love it!! And yes you look great!
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I love this im trying to recreate my own version but I can’t seem to find a simple black bralette like this one, do you mind telling me where you purchased it?