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The ‘Handkerchief’ Top Trend Celebs Can’t Stop Wearing–Rihanna’s Sexy Date Night Look Takes The Cake!

August 27, 2021 by Lisa Cupido

 
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As ‘90s fashion gives way to early aughts goodies, one Y2K trend is taking the lead this summer: the handkerchief top. If you aren’t familiar with this sexy, yet casual look, allow Queen Rihanna to guide you on your path to fashion goodness. Also known as the bandana top, the handkerchief top is almost exactly what it sounds like: a tube top-style neckline that descends into a triangle in the front, with a back that’s pretty much entirely exposed save for a tie closure. It may sound intimidating — and maybe your memories of Christina Aguilera rocking the near-naked trend in music videos has you pushing back against it already. But Rihanna proved on a recent night out that this is one of the hottest date night looks you can wear right now. And, even better, there is a simple way to tone it down and create balance in your look so that it’s not over-the-top sex bomb (unless that’s what you’re going for, then, by all means, pair it with a mini and heels and take centerstage). Check out the ‘handkerchief’ top trend celebs can’t stop wearing — and find out why Rihanna’s sexy date night look takes the cake. 

Rihanna killed it on a recent date with A$AP Rocky to the Pergola nightclub in New York City. Did she go for a tight mini dress and 6-inch heels? Nope — her sexy look was also ultra comfortable and cool, a combination that isn’t always easy to achieve. RiRi paired her Harley Davidson handkerchief top with baggy ripped jeans and heeled sandals for a look that straddled the line between hot and casual. Unlike similar tops, Rihanna’s had spaghetti straps and a deep V-neckline, deviating from tube top styles. Her equally stylish head bandana, layered necklaces, and sparkling earrings helped elevate the look, as well. 

The easiest and most affordable way to get in on the handkerchief top trend is to simply make your own creation. All you’ll literally need to do so is a cute bandana and a bit of practice typing it around your front and securing it in the back. If that method fails, take to shopping — sites like Forever 21 and Zara have cute and thrifty handkerchief top picks that range from tube top to strappy styles. Take your cue from Rihanna and pair yours with a pair of baggy jeans or experiment with everything from maxi skirts to minis and denim cut-offs. There’s no end to the number of ways you can style this top — up or down — and it’s one trend that isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. 

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