Cecilie Bahnsen
Cora Textured Top
CA$99.95CAD
Out of Stock
The Cora Textured Top is a sleeveless women's blouse with a babydoll silhouette, featuring a fitted bodice, a flared peplum hem, and a V-shaped back secured by a tie bow. Constructed from textured polyester crepe with a fine lining, the top includes a side seam pocket, straight fit, and sheer, structured fabric. This handcrafted European garment is intended for dressy occasions and should be selected according to the UK size conversion column.
- Material
- polyester crepe
- Gender
- female
- Style
- romantic, minimal, bohemian
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
A romantic babydoll top in textured polyester crepe with a peplum finish and tie-back.
Sheer structured texture, peplum hem, bow tie-back, handcrafted construction
- Material
- polyester crepe
- Style
- romantic, minimal, bohemian
- Occasion
- date-night, party
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- babydoll silhouette
- bouncy richly textured fabric
- peplum finish
- tie-up back with bow
- sheer fabric
- structured textured polyester crepe
- fine lining
- straight fit
- handcrafted in Europe
- traditional handcrafting practices
- romantic minimalism aesthetic
- assertive volume and ruffles
- rich materials enhancing structure and texture
- fascinating sheerness
Product Insights
The Cecilie Bahnsen Cora Textured Top merges Danish utilitarian heritage with romantic minimalism, handcrafted in a Copenhagen atelier using old-world techniques. Its peplum silhouette, formed from a highly twisted polyester-polyamide crepe that resists wrinkles and holds its shape, creates an hourglass illusion but adds hip volume. The adjustable tie-back bow lets the wearer cinch the bodice to control the peplum flare, while the sheer crepe overlay and deep V back require a camisole for modesty in bright light, altering the silhouette.
Verified claims
- Design heritage
- Designed by an RCA-trained founder who previously worked at John Galliano, and handcrafted in an independent Copenhagen atelier using old-world techniques.
- Fit adjustability
- The crossing ribbon bow at the back lets the wearer cinch the bodice to control the peplum's flare.
- Fabric
- Highly twisted yarns give the crepe a pebbled surface that maintains the peplum's sculptural shape.
- Low maintenance
- Polyester crepe resists wrinkles, pilling, and fading; dries quickly; hand-wash or dry-clean.
- Layering
- Sheer crepe outer over fine lining; typically opaque but a camisole adds modesty in bright light.
- Brand signature
- The bow is classically Cecilie Bahnsen and reflects Danish utilitarian design.
- Peplum silhouette
- The peplum is likely to start around the natural waist or slightly above and generally adds fullness at the hips, with the effect varying by body shape.
- Sheerness
- Designed semi-transparent; a camisole may be wanted for bright lighting.
- Peplum structure
- Tightly twisted crepe yarns and a sheer overlay give the peplum a standing, lightweight shape.
- Hip effect
- Peplum adds volume at the hips, with the effect varying by body shape.
- Back silhouette
- The back features a deep V-shaped opening and a tie-up bow.
- Cleaning
- Hand-wash or professional dry-clean to preserve crisp volume.
- Storage
- Store folded or on a padded hanger to prevent stretching.
- Durability
- Fabric resists pilling, fading, shrinking, and wrinkles; peplum retains shape.
- Pairing
- Pair with clean-lined pieces such as a bias-cut silk skirt or tailored wide-leg trousers to let the texture lead.
- Back design
- The tie-back bow is adjustable and crosses at the back bodice rather than the neckline.
- Craftsmanship
- Handcrafted in a Copenhagen demi-couture atelier using traditional techniques.
- Care
- The crepe dries quickly, resists wrinkles, and the lining provides modesty for easy everyday wear.
- Brand heritage
- Official Paris Fashion Week house since FW22, independently owned, founded by a John Galliano, Erdem, and RCA alumna.
- Material
- Shell is 75% polyester, 25% polyamide; an exclusive hand-designed textured crepe that holds its shape and resists wrinkles.
- Design philosophy
- Combines Danish utilitarianism with romantic minimalism; tie-back is a house signature.
- Bust/waist fit
- The Cora Textured Top has a straight fit, meaning it is loose throughout the bust and waist rather than fitted at the bodice; the babydoll silhouette and bouncy fabric add volume.
Product record
- Title
- Cora Textured Top
- Brand
- Cecilie Bahnsen
- Price
- 1145 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Cora Textured Top: Choose this if you want a romantic, statement sleeveless top in black, with a fitted bodice, babydoll-style peplum that flares into a gathered, double-tiered lower section, and a deep V back where wide straps meet in a large tied bow. The richly textured polyester crepe (75 percent polyester, 25 percent polyamide) shows raised floral motifs, with a fine cupro-and-polyester lining and even a side seam pocket in the peplum. Note that the fabric is sheer by design and the deep armholes reveal part of the side torso, and it comes in sizes 8 to 16.[1,2,3,4] | Katia Drawstring Top: Choose this if you want a cropped, short straight-cut overlay piece in crisp, sheer polyester organza, shaped by cutouts and drawcords with an open back, ruched side panels and small puffed cap sleeves. It is designed to work as a sheer layering piece—shown over a T-shirt above the waistline—and suits fans of Cecilie Bahnsen's romantic, utilitarian street-couture look. Note the fabric is translucent, so the layer underneath will show through, and the red listing shown is size 10.[5,6,7,8,9] | Deeba Poplin Scalloped Cropped Top: Choose this if you want a white, sleeveless boxy cropped top in 100 percent cotton poplin with romantic detailing: a scalloped hem with eyelet cutouts and floral embroidery, a high ribbed crew neck, and three bow-tie closures down the back. It suits those drawn to Cecilie Bahnsen's Scandinavian street-couture aesthetic, and it comes in sizes 6 through 14. Note it must be dry cleaned, and the boxy cut runs slightly loose rather than form-fitting.[10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Sleeveless black textured top with a round neckline, fitted upper bodice and a full peplum tier with visible side pocket and narrow bound hem.
- SilhouetteSleeveless top with a fitted upper bodice and a wide, flared peplum that forms a double-tiered effect over a matching textured skirt.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.70 (high) - NecklineRounded crew neckline with a simple finished edge.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high) - ArmholesDeep sleeveless armholes with visible skin gap at the sides; armhole edge is finished and narrow.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high) - Surface textureDense raised, ruched or rosette-like textured fabric covering the entire visible top surface, producing an irregular sculpted surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.62 · h 0.80 (high) - Hem finishPeplum hem finished with a narrow folded binding creating a defined edge visible along the bottom of the flared tier.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.56 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high) - Side pocketModel's left hand is placed inside a side seam pocket integrated into the peplum; pocket opening runs along the side seam.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.46 · w 0.22 · h 0.36 (high) - Back detail (partial)A small portion of a tied fabric detail or bow is visible at the model's left side rear, partially peeking from behind the peplum.Partial
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.30 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Cropped studio shot of a model wearing the top against a neutral gray background with soft, even lighting; image shows upper body down to the skirt area.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal crop showing the model from jawline to upper thighs, centered on the torso and top; head partially included.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundSmooth neutral light gray seamless backdrop with no visible texture or props.
- Model presenceModel's left arm is visible with hand in pocket; chin and lips visible, no other accessories visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.60 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with gentle shadows under the peplum folds that emphasize the textured surface.
Colors
deep black· textured top fabric#0E0E0Eblack binding· bound hem trim#0E0E0E- SilhouetteSleeveless top with a fitted upper bodice and a wide, flared peplum that forms a double-tiered effect over a matching textured skirt.
- 02
Product
Black textured sleeveless top shown from the back with wide straps tied into a bow, V-shaped back opening, and a gathered lower section; fabric shows raised embroidered floral texture.
- Shoulder strapsWide shoulder straps made from the same black textured fabric lie over the shoulders and extend down the back forming the sides of a V-shaped back opening.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.45 · h 0.30 (high) - Back bowLarge bow tied at the center-back where the straps meet; bow loops and long narrow trailing ends are visible and made of the same textured black fabric.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.26 (high) - V-shaped back openingDeep V-shaped back opening created by the inward angle of the straps, exposing the upper back and shoulder blades.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Bodice bandHorizontal bodice band sits below the V opening, made from the same black textured fabric and forming the top of the gathered lower portion.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.70 · h 0.18 (high) - Gathered lower sectionBelow the bodice band the fabric is gathered into a fuller skirt-like lower section with visible volume and drape.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.70 · h 0.36 (high) - Raised embroidered textureBlack fabric has a raised, irregular embroidered or textured floral pattern across straps, bodice and lower section, visible as slightly lustrous raised motifs against matte background.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.78 (high) - Visible seams and gathersSeam where the bodice band meets the gathered lower section is visible and the gathers form irregular vertical folds.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.70 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio-detail back view of a model wearing the top, cropped from the head to mid-hip against a plain light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadow.
- Model crop and poseImage shows a model from the upper back to mid-hip, turned slightly to the right so the right profile of the face and right arm are visible; hair is short and straight, cut near the jawline.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.62 · h 0.46 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft studio lighting that produces gentle shadows and even illumination across the garment and skin.
- Right arm visibleModel's right upper arm is visible to the right side of the frame, showing natural skin texture and freckles.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.62 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution studio image with clear detail and texture visible; no obvious motion blur.
Colors
black· straps and bow#0E0E0Dblack· bodice band and gathered lower section#0E0E0D- Shoulder strapsWide shoulder straps made from the same black textured fabric lie over the shoulders and extend down the back forming the sides of a V-shaped back opening.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a sleeveless black textured top with wide shoulder straps, a deep V-shaped back, a large tied bow at mid-back with long tails, and a flared layered hem showing a raised textured surface.
- Back silhouetteDeep V-shaped open back formed by two wide shoulder straps that meet at a central knot; the straps sit flat against the shoulders and reveal the upper back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - Bow detailLarge tied bow located at the center of the upper back; bow has two prominent loops and two long tails that extend downward over the back of the top.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.22 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high) - Fabric textureBlack fabric with a raised, irregular textured pattern covering visible surfaces of the top; texture appears as clustered raised motifs rather than a smooth weave.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.90 · h 0.56 (high) - Layered flared hemLower portion of the top flares outward into at least two visible layers or panels creating a peplum-like silhouette; raw or piped edge visible along hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.44 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - Side arm openingsDeep armhole opening that reveals a portion of the wearer's side torso under the straps.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.32 (high) - Visible lower garmentA matching black textured lower garment is visible below the top's hem and shares the same raised textured fabric, but it is cropped and may be a separate piece.Partial
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.76 · w 0.76 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-quarter shot of a model against a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting; cropped at mid-thigh, no props or packaging visible.
- Shot compositionRear-quarter view of a model showing the back and right side; image cropped near mid-thigh so full lower body is not visible.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft, even studio lighting producing minimal shadows and even illumination across garment texture.
- Model presenceRight hand and forearm of the model are visible alongside the body; head is partially visible in profile at the top edge.
2 regions
x 0.64 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.32 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
black· fabric#0E0E0D- Back silhouetteDeep V-shaped open back formed by two wide shoulder straps that meet at a central knot; the straps sit flat against the shoulders and reveal the upper back.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Cecilie Bahnsen
CBCora Top
Variants
5 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4542932 | Cora Textured Top - 8 | CA$199.95CA$1,145.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4542933 | Cora Textured Top - 10 | CA$199.95CA$1,145.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4542934 | Cora Textured Top - 12 | CA$199.95CA$1,145.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4542935 | Cora Textured Top - 14 | CA$199.95CA$1,145.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4542936 | Cora Textured Top - 16 | CA$199.95CA$1,145.00 | Out of Stock |