Maybe we have the Halloween season to thank for this latest red carpet craze, but these sexy dresses featuring lingerie-inspired boning are anything buy scary.

Kerry Washington
's sleek Calvin Klein number creates a sexy yet delicate effect, while London-based designer Christopher Kane's dresses on Whitney Port and Emma Watson use the same effect to create futuristic fashion.

Check out similar styles in this Corset Trend Look Book
that calls out singer Eve's body-conscious Dolce & Gabanna choice.

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