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Body con knit tops

Mo

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I am finding I want to purge every last one of these from my closet. I know we are moving toward a looser silhouette, but surely I should have at least a few layer tops for under snug jackets, some sweaters, etc. I only have 2 slim fit long sleeve tops and then layer tanks left. Am I getting too far ahead of myself or have you all tossed your snug tees as 'dated' as well?

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Kristin SF

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I'm keeping mine for layering options. Plus, for more baggy/slouchy bottoms, I like to have a fitted top.

Gaylene

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I'm keeping a couple in my "holding area" but I doubt that they will find their way back to my closet. They just don't hold any appeal for me any more.

ClaraT

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I live in Northern California, and I live in layers. It is rare for me not to wear a cami/tank, but it is also rare for me to wear a body con tank or shirt by itself.
I don't think body con knits are dated per se, it is just that it's not my style to wear them alone (and perhaps it is a style that you are moving away from as well).

I can tell you that body con knits are certainly worn all the time by high school girls, even those who are fashion forward

Anonymous

I fully intend keeping on or two as I love to layer for warmth. I don't have half as many as I used to but I'm not giving them up any time soon.

Glory

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I totally hear you on this. I tossed all but two that I still sort of like. I have put them in the hold zone for now because I don't want that regret later on. Perhaps take them out of the main zone for now (like a virtual purge), and then see if you miss them.

Mo

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Yeah, I guess I now only see them as a layer option, whereas before they stood alone as a basic top in an outfit. Add to it, most of my uniform tops at work are this type of tee. That really makes me not want to wear something similar in my 'off' time!
Guess I need to reevaluate each one as a possible layer or not.

Thistle

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I still wear them all the time, and probably will despite the new trends. Looser silhouettes tend to look like tents on me.

I also use them for warmth. I have on a body con tank and tee under my dress today so I stay warm despite the cold snap..

Diana

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I'm keeping mine for layering. I don't really feel like wearing them on their own. But honestly when it is a million degrees and humid as soup, I'll probably just wear them on their own anyway.

RoseandJoan

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Are we talking skin tight body con, show your belly button body con? I've not been into that fit for about 10 years. But if we are talking body skimming, neatly tailored then no, I am not giving up a single one. They balance many of my trousers and skirts, are no fuss and are a fundamental part of how my wardrobe remains functional.

cciele

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I just bought several body-skimming (great term, Jules) knit tops, which I will layer or wear on their own. I also have a few body-con tops I wear with voluminous bottoms.

Raisin

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I don't think I have any stand alone body con tops, now that I think about it. I have a few snugger tees, but they are for under my work uniform, and a few tanks/camis for under blouses. Everything else is loose! I think keeping a few around for layering is a good idea.

Scarlet

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Especially in the cold winters aren't they great layers?

Ariadne

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I'm not wearing body-con tops really at all anymore, but I am still wearing whatever the equivalent is of a tailored knit top - something that's still fitted, but body-skimming instead of skin-tight. I particularly like these with more voluminous bottoms.

The nice side benefit of losing weight during the current "fashion moment" is that my formerly body-con knit tops now fit in a more relaxed way, so I don't have to do much shopping to achieve my preferred silhouette. Bonus!

Liz A.

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Can someone maybe post a pic of the difference between a body-con vs. tailored knit top? Thanks!

RoseandJoan

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Liz, in my mind the first pic is bodycon and the second is more body skimming, both show waist definition. Both pics are taken from ASOS

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JuneBug

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I am holding on to mine so as to wear them over full skirts which to me is a timeless couple! Also they're great under fitted jackets and I've recently been inspired to wear them over slim maxi skirts for a streamlined appeal!

Transcona Shannon

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I have kept a couple for layering underneath blazers and tucked into trousers or skirts for work.

Mo

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Yes, great description! "you can see your belly button' lol That's the bodycon knit I'm over.

CocoLion

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I think it depends. You have to judge each item individually. I purged a bunch of tops like this last year because they showed my belly too easily (like a 21-22" top).

I do not think a layering tee is dated though, so be careful not to over-purge. Look at all of the more fitted tees here, Vince, Velvet, Splendid, LNA etc are all doing a more fitted tee. As well as oversized and more tailored fits.
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Liz A.

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oh yeah, that kind of knit is best under another layer. i've worn one and felt uncomfortable the whole time.

texstyle

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I've purged most of the body con tops I owned and have replaced them with body skimming tops. I think if the tops are tight they don't even feel that good layered (to me). I can't stand a tight cami either - and recently purchased a body skimming cami to try out. Wearing a bra is enough constriction to me.

Mo

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I am coming to the conclusion that layer ones are okay for me. It's the few close fit tops I have that were meant as stand alones that I don't want anymore. Glad I sussed that out he he.
This woven front berry one just never fit my bust and the fall colored surplice one is just soooo snug everywhere. Off they go . . .

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catgirl

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I got rid of all mine (except the ones I use to layer) after seeing a picture of me wearing one and feeling HORRIBLE. I looked so much better in fitted tops before pregnancy and a c-section. Now it's just not a look I enjoy, whether it's in or not. But I see a place for it with baggy bottoms and would still sport that look if I had the abs for it!

Aida

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Another who keeps just the layering kinds. I do have a couple that I'll use with baggy bottoms, namely a pair of very fitted black turtlenecks (one sleeved, one sleeveless). Especially in warmer weather I much prefer breezier knits. But I do still wear fitted-bordering-bodycon sweaters in winter; I usually just have one of these in my wardrobe at a time though.