With summer just around the corner we can’t wait to expose sun-kissed skin in this season’s latest peekaboo cut-out dresses.
When uber-chic Gwyneth Paltrow nails a trend on the red carpet you know it is a trend with legs and the perfect combination between sexy and stylish. Celebs from both sides of the Atlantic have been swift to follow in similar creations…

Speaking of swift, Miss Swift became and elegant backless beauty at the 2013 Grammys accenting with silver cut outs for a classic femme fatale touch to this season’s ‘IT’ trend.
Here at GC, The Harlow Maxi Dress, a draped Grecian inspired cut out with ruched shoulders and daring cutaway detailing at the hips, encapsulates this trend perfectly while making a luxurious statement for any event.


Kelly Rowland and Gwyneth Paltrow dressed to impress with these contour curving body-con cut out dresses. Miss Rowland’s knockout piece had intricate detail cut out’s over her bust, waist and thighs flaunting the female form while Gwyneth’s Micheal Kors number was minimalistic yet delivered maximum impact! For a similar vibe take a look at our Alexis Dress. Designed with a chic minimalist silhouette, this standout piece will make a show stopping statement.

Brazillian model, Alessandra Ambrosio, went for all out glamour after dark in the knockout cut out piece at the GQ Men of the Year party. The soft blush colour palette and elegant draping lead to symmetric side panels drawing attention to the waistline much like our form flattering Blake Dress. A seductive sultry choice perfect for SS’13.

Torso baring styles were an unexpected bombshell on the catwalks for 2013, with top name designers the likes of Stella McCartney, Alexander Wang and Balenciaga all supporting the trend.
This look is best accessorized to a bare minimum, so be sure not to overwhelm with jewels. In this case less is definitely more!
