As temperatures rise and layering becomes a distant winter memory, it’s officially time to get your shoulders out with a trusty bandeau top - the perfect staple summer piece. Whether you're dancing in a field at a festival, sipping cocktails on a rooftop, or just doing the weekly big shop in 25 degrees (respect), there's one item that belongs in every summer wardrobe: the classic bandeau top.
Gone are the days of yanking up a flimsy tube every five minutes or doubling up with a strapless bra that digs in by lunchtime. The modern bandeau is all about support, style and wearability – and we've found the bandeau top of the summer from Next. Enter the Hidden Support Bandeau Top.
This chic little number is the hero piece we didn’t know we needed but now can’t live without.
Made from a comfy, stretchy nylon-elastane blend, this bandeau hugs in all the right places without suffocating you - which is an absolute essential when it’s pushing 30 degrees and you still want to look col. The material is light, breathable, and feels buttery-soft on the skin. So yes, you can wear it comfortably all day without regretting your choice of top.
The main reason we LOVE this bandeau is because it has built-in support, so you can kiss goodbye to awkwardly trying to wear a strapless bra underneath. This bandeau has a hidden internal bra layer that gives subtle lift and shape - no wires, no hassle, just a really good design. This also eliminates the issue of constantly having to awkwardly pull up your top, or keep twisting it round as it's slipped out of place (we've been there) but thanks to the built-in bra, this top isn't going anywhere.
Style-wise, this top is a completely blank canvas for summer outfit potential. Team it with wide-leg linen trousers for date night, tuck it into high-waisted shorts for a festival, or layer under a sheer shirt for daytime glam.
Available in both black and white, and in sizes from extra small to extra large. And at just £26 each, they are a total steal.