7 Star-Approved Ways to Wear Cutouts

This summer trend is a cut above the rest.

May 21, 2013

From what we've seen on and off the red carpet this season, it's safe to say the cutout trend isn't going anywhere. And it's easy to see why—it's both sophisticated and flirty, and just a little bit daring. (While it does require flashing a little skin, it's easy to keep the look chic by taking a less-is-more approach with smaller openings and unexpected placements.) Check out the coolest cutouts of the moment, and see how our favorite stars are rocking the look.

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<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/taylor-swift/">Taylor Swift's</a> Sheer Shoulders
The blue carpet at this year’s Billboard Music Awards featured cutaway details a-plenty. We think Taylor nailed the look with this bright blue mini dress—the sheer panels are both flirtatious and tasteful, and complement the geometric motif.
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This summer trend is a cut above the rest.

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<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/bella-thorne/">Bella Thorne's</a> Peek-a-Boo Dress
The clean lines and cerulean hue of Bella's dress are a little bit of a departure from her super-girly look, but the simple cutout is a fun nod to her playful style. We dig this refreshing take on summer's midriff-baring trend.
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<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/vanessa-hudgens/">Vanessa Hudgens's</a> Breezy Style
Think of Vanessa's frock as a fusion of a crop top and a maxi-dress, two of our favorite summer trends. Its long length and flutter sleeves let the cute, bow-tied opening take center stage without overpowering the look.

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<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/nicki-minaj/">Nicki Minaj's</a> Bare Sides
Nicki went for all-out elegance at this year’s Met Ball with a navy column gown featuring exposed sides. The thoughtful placement makes these daring slits fashion-forward and red carpet-worthy.
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<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/annasophia-robb/">AnnaSophia Robb's</a> Cute Keyhole
If you're feeling this trend but aren't crazy about flashing more than a hint of skin, try a sporting something small. Here, it adds a little interest to the sweetheart neckline of AnnaSophia's sundress.

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<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/kylie-jenner/">Kylie Jenner's</a> "Hip" Style
The blue carpet at this year’s Billboard Music Awards featured cutouts a-plenty. We think Taylor nailed the look with this bright blue mini dress—the sheer panels are both flirtatious and tasteful, and complement the geometric motif.
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<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/sarah-hyland/">Sarah Hyland's</a> Back Detail
Sarah shows us how to put a modern spin on a classic look—it seems simple from the front, but the two back cutouts make a sweet statement.

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