Dare to Wear: Lily Donaldson Masters the Menswear-Inspired Trend in Lace Bodysuit

How to recreate the Victoria's Secret model's outfit

By Diana Nguyen Nov 19, 2015 11:18 PMTags
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The shirt-less tuxedo suit? Seen it. Plunging neckline? Done it. The bodysuit? Love it. But all together? If model Lily Donaldson can do it, so can you!

Anyone who has an impeccable body like the Victoria's Secret catwalker could pull off wearing a paper bag, let alone the sexy Saint Laurent ensemble she wore to the Museum of Modern Art's 8th Annual Film Benefit on Tuesday. But how does someone who's not a model rock the same look—on an aspiring model's budget? It's all about the bodysuit.

Without the lace accent, Lily's outfit is still chic but a bit expected. The delicate material feminizes the menswear-inspired getup, giving it an elevated touch. Plus, bodysuits gently cinch in and emphasize the curves, making it a flattering option for most.

If you try this look, make sure the plunging neckline is visible whether the jacket is buttoned or not. You also may want to opt for a cropped topper, so that the bottom of the jacket ends where the pants begin, drawing the eyes to the neckline's focal point.

To get the tailored look of designer tuxedo pants without dropping a ton of cash, make sure the bottoms are slim or skinny fit and end at the ankle for a precise-looking touch. Lastly, embellish this seriously sexy look with a fierce brooch and textured pumps. The balance between the masculine and feminine is what makes this outfit work.

So, the sexy suit: Do you dare?

H&M Lace Bodysuit, $24.99; Joe Fresh Faux Leather Tuxedo Pant, $34.94; Reese + Riley Taylor Cropped Blazer with Mesh Inserts, $94; Etsy Big Holiday Sale Slithering Snake Brooch, $20; Enzo Angiolini Tannaz Studded Faux Suede Point Toe Pumps, $29.99-$59.99