Under $100: Cutouts

No doubt about it, skin is seriously sexy. Even better, exposed skin goes beyond sultry and into practical territory when temperatures are soaring into the triple digits. Rather than put it all out there for the taking, a peek of skin causes minds to wander by hinting at what’s underneath. Look to recent ensembles by Kate Hudson, Rachel McAdams, Karrueche Tran, and Jennifer Lopez, who dared to bare, for proof that this trend isn’t going anywhere soon.
While a dress showing more flesh than fabric isn’t for everyone, the more conservative folk can still play with the trend by choosing items with barely-there cutouts.
Keep reading for the edit of seriously cool cutout pieces, all for under $100:

DRESSES
Looking for a sexy dress to make a serious statement? Look no further than a dress with cutouts. These options are guaranteed to heat up any situation.

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Madewell Cutout Sundress ($80)
Forever 21 Floral Lace Cutout Dress ($33)
Nasty Gal Glamorous It’s Knot You Cutout Dress ($27)
ROMPERS
They’re called playsuits for a reason, ladies. Rompers are the perfect silhouette for a fun night out on the town, but can double as a playful beach cover-up.

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Nasty Gal Brando Cutout Jumpsuit ($78)
Lucy Paris Off Shoulder Cutout Romper ($78)
Topshop Cutout Romper ($45)
TOPS
Whether an amped up T-shirt style for daytime or a saucy tank with slits for the evening, a cutout adds the perfect dose of sex appeal to any pant, skirt, or short.

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Topshop Cutout Tee ($70)
BCBG Max Azria Lili Asymmetrical Cutout Tank Top ($68)
Bebe Cutout Halter Bodysuit ($39)
SWIM
A bikini with cutouts may come across as trying too hard, so opt for an updated one-piece style instead. Better yet, you can swim until your heart’s content without worrying about losing your top or bottom.

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J. Crew Cutout One-Piece Swimsuit ($88)
Jessica Simpson Women’s Gypsy Life Cut-Out Bandeau Maillot ($87)
Victoria’s Secret Swim Cut-Out One-Piece ($53)
Cutout items aren’t just missing a bit of fabric, they’re also the provocative missing piece of your wardrobe.