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50 Demure Outfits Under $35 That Actually Look Sexy As Hell
Very hot, very mindful.
If you’re a demure-curious shopper who wonders if translating the trend means sacrificing a bit of heat, the answer is no. The femme-leaning aesthetic can be incredibly alluring — and Amazon teems with surprisingly great bargain options, 50 of which are featured here. These demure outfits under $35 actually look sexy as hell. Whether you’re hoping to update your basics or introduce a new going-out piece into your wardrobe, this list puts its own sexy spin on the trend. Notice how it accounts for every sartorial need — very mindful. Scroll on to shop the round-up.
1A Cable-Knit Polo Shirt That’s Serving Country Club Energy
Crafted from soft cable-knit fabric, with a notch collar and short sleeves, this pullover is serving country club — with a split V-neckline to generate tasteful heat. The easy fit silhouette features ribbed trim for a look that’s polished whether worn tucked or loose. Try contrasting the preppy design with strappy kitten heels.
- Available sizes: Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 4
2An Essential Pleated Midi Skirt
Don’t be fooled by the delicate pleats; crafted from floaty chiffon, this midi skirt is unquestionably spicy. Designed with a high elastic waistband, the knee-length silhouette takes you from day to night and season to season — when temps drop, simply swap your strappy heels for a pair of tall boots.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 39
3This Surprisingly Sexy Sweater Vest
While contrasting piped trim and cable-knit fabric make this sweater vest unquestionably demure, it’s surprisingly sexy — especially when worn as a standalone top. The V-neck silhouette is designed with a close cropped fit, one that’s ideal for pairing with on-trend loose denim and a sleek heel.
- Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 32
4A Turtleneck A-Line Dress With Perfectly Balanced Proportions
Proof that a turtleneck dress can be sexy, this dress features a swingy A-line hem that hits at the mid-thigh, revealing a little — but not too much — leg. Designed from a soft rayon fabric blended with a bit of stretch, the fitted long sleeves and bodice keep the proportions perfectly balanced.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 12
5The Coolest Pleated Bucket Bag
In pleated faux leather, this bag is looks like the sort of piece you’d find in a designer boutique — but it’s surprisingly attainable. A top handle and detachable strap offer versatile styling options, while two inner pockets keep smaller essentials like your keys sorted; the chocolate-brown shade shown here is the next It-color.
- Available colors: 4
6A Pair Of Pointed-Toe Kitten Heels You’ll Wear With Everything
If you add only one item to your wardrobe, make it these shoes; with a pointed toe and 2.5-inch kitten-heel, the design is both on-trend and versatile, pairing with everything from office attire to going-out looks. A cushioned footbed and adjustable heel strap keep the silhouette comfy.
- Available sizes: 5.5 — 11
- Available colors: 14
7This Glittering Cubic Zirconia Tennis Bracelet From A Cult-Favorite Brand
PAVOI is known for its cult-favorite designs; with over 19,000 five-star ratings from shoppers, this tennis bracelet is no exception. The chain is plated in 14-karat gold, and rimmed with glittering cubic zirconia. It adds tastefully sexy sparkle to your look whether worn alone or layered into a stack.
- Available colors: 3
8A Soft, Second-Skin Turtleneck Bodysuit
In a curve-clinging fit, this bodysuit is serving looks — in spite of (or perhaps because of) the demure turtleneck silhouette. So popular it has over 35,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, the bodysuit is crafted from springy fabric with a snap gusset for a smooth silhouette. Pair with denim or a midi skirt, or layer it under a slip dress; you’ll find it’s incredibly versatile.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 32
9These Earrings Made With Real Freshwater Pearls
Shockingly accessible given the high-quality design, these earrings are crafted with real freshwater pearls — and nothing is more demure than pearls. Chunky and gleaming, they dangle from gold-toned huggie hoops plated in real 14-karat gold: A luxe addition to any jewelry collection.
- Available colors: 6
10A Plaid Mini Skirt That Would Look So Hot With Tall Boots
With its mid-thigh mini length, this skirt is already sexy as hell; the plaid print qualifies it for membership in the demure club, too. The high-waisted design features an invisible side zipper for a tailored fit that’s easy to slip on. For a look that’s equal parts hot and tasteful, pair it with tall boots and a chunky sweater.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 44
11A Puffed-Sleeve Top In A Preppy Striped Print
A magic trick is performed by this top’s puffy short sleeves: They match the demure energy of the preppy striped print while adding a playful, sexy element. A close fit balances the high scooped neckline, keeping the look polished. Try tucking into a pair of floaty trousers for a chic in-office look.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 12
12These Chunky, Avant-Garde Mary Jane Heels
The hero feature of these Mary Janes is the chunky 3.7-inch heel; it flares out a bit, for an avant-garde silhouette that’ll make any outfit stand out. Crafted from faux leather, the shoes feature an adjustable buckle strap, with a square toe to match the chunkiness of the heel.
- Available sizes: 6 — 11
- Available colors: 5
13A Tweed Jacket That Looks So High-End
With its fringed trim and plaid tweed fabric, this jacket certainly looks demure — and high-end. The long-sleeved design features an open front and high jewel neckline, all in a slim fit. A natural choice for your office wardrobe, it turns going-out trendy when paired with a silk tank, denim, and a saucy kitten heel.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 3
14This Sophisticated Sleeveless Jumpsuit
Although it’s crafted from soft and stretchy fabric so comfy you could lounge in it, this jumpsuit brims with elegant structured detail. Wide legs and a defined waist contrast the fitted bodice while a high neckline balances the mock-neck tank shoulders. Understated yet alluring, this piece is an easy yes.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 25
15A Button-Down Cardigan You Can Style As A Standalone Top
Thanks to wide ribbed cuffs and slightly bloused long lantern sleeves, this button-down cardigan can easily be styled as a standalone top; the low V-neckline adds a seductive element to the femme silhouette. The relaxed fit can be layered over a T-shirt or tank if you prefer a little extra coverage.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 12
16This Gorgeously Textured Midi Skirt
With its gorgeous faux suede texture and below-the-knee length, this midi skirt is reminiscent of vintage ‘70s silhouettes. Designed with a high pull-on waist, the silhouette flares out a bit at the hem; try layering it over a pair of tall boots and add a slim-fitting top to imbue it with subtle “office siren” vibes.
- Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 7
17This Clingy Maxi Dress With A Low Square Neckline
Contrasting the tasteful maxi length and long sleeves, the low square neckline of this dress turns up the heat — and that clingy fit helps, too. A bit of stretch is blended into the fabric to ensure the dress keeps its shape, adding lounge-all-day comfort. Pop on a pair of heels and you’re ready for dinner.
- Available sizes: X-Small — Large
- Available colors: 3
18A Surplice Neck Sweater That Highlights Your Décolletage
Thanks to its plunging neckline, this sweater — with long sleeves in a soft, thick knit — is demure without sacrificing any heat. The silhouette hits at the hip, with a split, wrap-style hemline to draw the eye and add a little mystery.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 8
19These High-Waisted Dress Pants That Go From Work To Cocktails
Understated enough to wear to work, and sexy enough to double as cocktail attire, these high-waisted pants are capsule wardrobe magic. The pull-on silhouette fits close through the hip before extending to a wide leg; their 32-inch inseam can accommodate your most daring pair of heels.
- Available sizes: Small — 5X-Large
- Available colors: 35
20This Peek-A-Boo Vest Top
Designed with wide tank shoulders, a V-neckline, and a peek-a-boo hook-and-eye closure, this vest top is downright blush-inducing; the crocheted texture and easy fit offer tasteful counterbalance. Surprisingly low-priced, the top is chic with skirts or denim — and you could even try it layered over a slip dress.
- Available sizes: Small — Large
- Available colors: 3
21This Lustrous Satin Tank With A Cowl Drape
It’s impossible to overstate the allure of this satin tank; sexy but not flashy, it’s a piece you’ll return to again and again. The cowl neckline gracefully drapes, matching the laid-back energy of the easy fit, while delicate adjustable spaghetti straps allow you to control the dip of the neckline.
- Available sizes: X-Small — 3X-Large
- Available colors: 34
22This Button-Down Shirt For Menswear-Inspired Sexiness
Menswear-inspired folded cuffs and a crisp collar lend this button-down shirt plenty of androgynous allure, with the close fit serving a subtle dose of femme energy. A bit of stretch is blended into the fabric for a comfortable fit — and you can make the look lean as sexy or demure as you’d like, depending on the number of buttons left undone.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 22
23A Fringed Shawl That Hangs Perfectly
Thanks to a clever notch at the center, this fringed wrap fits around your neck to create the perfect drape — very mindful. Crafted from plush material in a roomy 51-inch wingspan, it’s a natural choice for chilly days, and can even double as a sexy, cozy top when worn belted.
- Available sizes: One size
- Available colors: 28
24A Wrap Dress With Over 10,000 5-Star Ratings
With over 10,000 perfect ratings from fans, this wrap dress easily wins your attention; shoppers adore the way the deep V-neckline and adjustable tie waist subtly highlight curves. With three-quarter sleeves and a knee-length hem, this dress can be styled for day or night with a simple change of accessories.
- Available sizes: Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 22
25A Set Of Sparkly Studs For Your Ear Stack
Whether you’re building out the perfect ear stack or styling a single piercing, this set of cubic zirconia earrings understands the assignment. Each round-cut pair is set in gleaming stainless steel, in escalating sizes so you can choose your desired level of sparkle; shoppers are so obsessed the set has over 23,000 five-star ratings.
- Available colors: 12
26This Crop Top With An Asymmetrical Neckline
With its sloping neckline, this top gives a suggestive peek of shoulder — and the cropped length and ruched, curve-clinging fit amplify the allure. Long sleeves tastefully balance the silhouette, which can be dressed up or down; if you’re going out, try pairing with a silky midi skirt and stilettos.
- Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 15
27A Rib Knit Pencil Skirt That’s Giving Laid-Back Office Siren
Crafted from a stretchy ribbed knit, this pencil skirt is giving office siren — but in an effortless throw-on-and-go way; the high-waisted sweater-like design accentuates curves without being extra. The hem hits below the knee, while the eye-catching side slit ends just above — perfect for styling day-to-night looks.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 16
28This Nautical Cardigan In A Cropped Length
Contrasting piping and gleaming brass-toned buttons give this short-sleeved cardigan its maritime energy — but the cropped length and V-neckline add spice, preventing the piece from feeling like a uniform. Style the stretchy knit as a standalone top, or try wearing it unbuttoned over a slip dress.
- Available sizes: X-Small — Large
- Available colors: 3
29A Set Of Menswear-Chic Satin Pajamas
There’s no denying the hotness of this satin pajama set — it’s a surprisingly accessible way to upgrade your bedtime wardrobe. Menswear-chic details abound from the long-sleeved top featuring a notched collar to the contrasting piped trim that coordinates with the elastic waist pants. An easy “Add to Cart.”
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 32
30This Longline Bralette In Demure Colorways
Iconic underwear brand Hanes designed this racerback bralette with a scooped neckline, longline underband, and wide tank straps; the supportive silhouette offers plenty of coverage while still looking sexy AF. It’s offered in chic colorways, like the rich mulled berry shown here, that you’ll want to show off.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 5
31A Pair Of Floaty Trousers For Your Capsule Wardrobe
If you’re building a capsule wardrobe, include these budget-friendly trousers; designed with a high waistband and a floaty, wide-leg fit, they’re tasteful enough for the workplace, and you can drive up the sex appeal for evening with a delicate tank. Structured details like functional belt loops and a pleated front contribute high-quality appeal — but they’re remarkably accessible.
- Available sizes: X-Small — 2X-Large (including select short and long sizes)
- Available colors: 29
32This Cropped Cardigan With Cable Knit Accents
Cable knit accents lend cozy allure to this cardigan, and while it might look demure, it’s actually incredible hot. The V-shaped neckline and cropped length provide sexy contrast to its boxy fit while remaining understated — and you can always leave a button or two undone if you want to make eyes pop.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 18
33A Matching Lounge Set That Looks So Put-Together
For looking instantly put-together, this matching lounge set is unbeatable. The mock-neck tank and wide-leg, drawstring-waist pants are crafted from smooth fabric that’s more elevated than sweats, but still soft and stretchy. Road trips, long flights, or a day of errands — this set looks hot and keeps you comfy.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 15
34This Pleated Tennis Skirt That Came To Win
From the front, this skirt appears to be minimal and practical; designed from stretchy, supportive fabric, the high waist and flat front hit at the top of the thigh, with built-in shorts for coverage as you dash around the court. But one look at the sexy AF pleated back, and it’s clear: This skirt didn’t come to play, it came to win.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 15
35A Short-Sleeved Cardigan That’s Low-Key Sultry
Worn buttoned up, this short-sleeved cardigan is appropriate for the office; leave a button or three undone, however, and you’ve got a look sultry enough for after-work drinks. Don’t limit the waist-length silhouette to service as a standalone top, though; it can also serve as a light outer layer over a slip dress or tank.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 13
36A Hot-As-Hell Matching Workout Set
Comprised of a cropped pullover tank and high-waisted leggings, this matching workout set is hot as hell — but the breathable fabric will help keep you comfy during high-intensity workouts. A variety of chic colorways help your look stand out, while strategically placed darker tones in the knit support and highlight your shape.
- Available sizes: Small — Large
- Available colors: 23
37These It-Girl Mary Jane Ballet Flats
The quickest way to update your wardrobe: Add these Mary Jane ballet flats. Crafted from faux leather, the demure, dance-inspired silhouette features a square toe and a slip-resistant sole. Play up their sensuality by pairing with a mini skirt and cropped cardigan.
- Available sizes: 4 — 10.5
- Available colors: 44
38A Ribbed Shell That Elevates Your Tank Collection
In a stretchy ribbed knit, this top instantly elevates your tank collection — and creates a defined, sexy silhouette. A high crew neckline balances the wide, shoulder-baring tank straps, while the hip-length hem pairs well with waistlines both high and low, keeping you covered at the same time.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 16
39These Straight-Leg Jeans From A Classic Denim Brand
Every wardrobe ought to include a piece from classic denim brand Levi’s, and these straight-leg jeans are as iconic as the brand. Blended with a hint of stretch, the high-rise, zipper fly design hugs your waist — and the ankle-length hem pairs well with so many shoe styles, that these are sure to become a favorite.
- Available sizes: 2 — 28 Plus (including select short and long sizes)
- Available colors: 3
40This Figure-Forward Workout Jumpsuit
At the intersection of demure and sexy lies this workout onesie; the pull-on design features a high boat neckline and wide tank straps, with a scrunched booty for a defined shape. The low scooped back draws even more attention — and the ultra-stretchy fabric hugs every curve.
- Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 8
41A Lace Lantern Sleeve Blouse That Is The Moment
Boho chic is back, and this lace blouse is so of the moment. A high neck and long lantern sleeves keep the hot peek-a-boo design in check, and you can determine the spice level by what you choose to layer (or not) underneath. Whether worn over a bra or the included tank, the look will be undeniably on-trend.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 18
42These Subtly Bootcut Yoga Pants
Designed with a high waist and boot-cut hem, these yoga pants will look good on everyone — and the stretchy, moisture-wicking fabric makes them as practical as they are alluring. Flatlock stitching and a lined gusset contribute even more comfort, with two hidden waistband pockets for stashing keys or a credit card.
- Available sizes: X-Small — 3X-Large
- Available colors: 32
43This Blazer With A Draped Open Front
A waterfall-like draped open front effortlessly creates visual interest in this blazer, sure to become a favorite. The otherwise classic long-sleeved design hits at the hip, with a slightly tapered waist — a versatile silhouette that’s as stunning over a maxi dress as with a simple T-shirt and jeans.
- Available sizes: Small — 3X-Large
- Available colors: 22
44This Button Front Nightie As Alternative To Your Sleep T-Shirt
Trade in your old sleep T-shirt for this nightie; with short sleeves and a knee-length hem, it’s got the coverage and comfort of an oversized tee with some majorly sexy updates. The V-neck design features a button front, so you can make the silhouette as revealing as you like.
- Available sizes: X-Small — 3X-Large
- Available colors: 42
45A Cubic Zirconia Choker Crafted With Real Gold
A rim of glittering cubic zirconia hugs the neck as 14-karat gold plating gleams; you’d never guess this tennis necklace was so attainable. Designed with a 2-inch extender chain, you can customize the fit of the 13-inch strand. Stunning on its own, it would make for a sexy textural addition to any chain necklace stack.
- Available styles: 14
46A Cowl Neck Top To Spice Up Your Office Wardrobe
To spice up your corporate wardrobe, all it takes is this long-sleeved top; the cowl-neckline and draped fit are low-key sexy while offering plenty of coverage for in-office days. A bit of stretch is blended into the fabric, so you can tuck and blouse the relaxed fit, assured that it’ll hang just right.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 10
47A Stevie-Nicks Wrap Skirt That Shows A Little Leg
With its fluttery maxi hem and floral print, this skirt serves femme indie style — but the wrap design creates a side slit, ideal for anyone wanting to show a little leg. That means the waistline is also fully adjustable for a customized fit. If you prefer extra coverage, a lacy slip would look so romantic layered underneath.
- Available sizes: Small — 3X-Large
- Available colors: 22
48A Bomber Jacket With Sheer Lace Sleeves
The sporty lines of this bomber jacket get a saucy surprise with the addition of peek-a-boo lace sleeves. (It would be great layered over a coordinating bodycon dress. Designed with a zipper front and a hip length, the fit is relaxed enough to layer without looking bulky.
- Available sizes: X-Small — 5X-Large Plus
- Available colors: 8
49A Ruched Midi Dress That Hugs Your Curves
Designed with long sleeves, a high neckline, and a knee-length, this dress is unquestionably modest — but it’s still sultry. The soft and stretchy fabric hugs all of your curves, helped along by ruched sides. This minimal yet eye-catching dress is cocktail-ready with the addition of stilettos and statement jewelry; a wardrobe must.
- Available sizes: Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 6
50This Crescent Bag In The Season’s Hottest Color
She’s got a mirrored finish and an on-trend crescent shape — and this bag is shockingly affordable, too. A single shoulder strap keeps with the minimal design, while the zippered top ensures items stay secure. Speaking of whichL While she’s compact, she can still fit your phone, wallet, and keys — everything you need for a night out.
- Available colors: 6