We may finally be coming out of our early aughts hangover, but that doesn't mean we have to say goodbye to everything from that era. We're still partial to low-rise silhouettes, especially the skirt variety. Another carryover? Stylish halter tops.
They're not hard to find. A simple scroll through top online shopping sites reveals a range of eye-catching pieces that'll easily slot into any summer wardrobe. There are more formal versions practically begging to be taken out on date night with somewhat skinny jeans and a baguette bag in tow. We even found a Valentino Garavani option with a handkerchief hem Carrie Bradshaw would love to wear around New York City on its most scorching days. There are also casual interpretations meant for running errands in hot, sticky weather or lounging around in while relaxing hopefully in your air-conditioned home.
This trend has had plenty of time to trickle down to affordable retailers. Which means you have enough funds to splurge on a few. Or if your heart is really set on going designer, you can add one statement top to your summer lineup.
Keep reading to see the most dynamic halter tops that deserve a spot in your seasonal sartorial roster.
Mango Striped Vest, $45.99 at Mango
Agua by Agua Bendita + Net Sustain Carlota Flora Cropped Appliquéd Cotton-Blend Bouclé Halterneck Top, $246 at Net-a-Porter
Reformation Ramona Knit Top in Blood Orange, $78 at Reformation
Ferragamo Stretch Silk Satin Halter Top, $990 at Luisa Via Roma
The Frankie Shop Sophie Tie Halter Top in Black/White Stripe, $98 at The Frankie Shop
Zara Satin Effect Tied Halter Top in Pale Pink, $39.90 at Zara
Rosie Assoulin O'Delia Halter Top, $198.75 at Shopbop
ESSE Studios Delphi Satin and Wool-Blend Twill Halterneck Vest, $264 at Net-a-Porter
Pilcro Scoop Halter Tank in Blue, $58 at Anthropologie
WARDROBE.NYC Cotton-Blend Drill Halterneck Top, $400 at Net-a-Porter
Reformation Delia Ribbed Halter Top in Parmesan, $98 at Reformation
Mango Halter Neck Denim Top, $49.99 at Mango
Zara Gabardine Halter Top, $12.99 at Zara
COS Longline Vest Halterneck Top, $84 at COS
Valentino Garavani Printed Silk-Twill Halterneck Top, $910 at Net-a-Porter
Reformation Malika Linen Top Es in Dried Herbs, $148 at Reformation
ESTHE Denim Cutout Halter Top, $155 at Urban Outfitters
Siedrés x Mango Halter Top With Slit, $45.99 at Mango
Reformation Tate Linen Top, $168 at Reformation
St. Agni Asymmetric LENZING Lyocell and ECOVERO-Blend Twill Halterneck Top, $255 at Net-a-Porter