Sheer Trend Continues to Dominate Fashion

Sheer Fashion
Explore the enduring appeal of the sheer trend
trend guide
BY Essi Kettunen

How the luxury fashion industry is mastering the sheer trend

Sheer fabric is characterized by its unique quality, which is its delicate, weightless appearance reminiscent of an ethereal dream.

In high fashion, sheer has maintained its position as a trend year after year.

It’s exciting to see that sheer isn’t just a one-season wonder! It is a timeless favorite that’s leading the way in the spring/summer 2025 trends.

Sheer: Fashion Phenomenon

The use of lightweight sheer materials in high fashion has been a staple for decades.

The very known sheer-loving designers like Valentino, Dior, and Saint Laurent have been using sheer as their design philosophy.

Sheer elements are actually an old trend.

They have been in fashion for decades, evolving from 1920s flapper dresses to modern couture gowns.

Sheer isn’t about showing off, it’s about the art of subtle elegance, making a garment feel graceful and refined — playing with drama and a touch of sensuality.

Dior SS 2025
Saint Laurent RTW 2016

The Sheer Trend in Luxury Today

The luxury designer continues to redefine sheer fashion, mixing modern craftsmanship with sheer transparency.

The semi-sheer conquest has been seen in many designer runways that put the sheer category to more wearable—Thats what Ralph Lauren, Tibi, and Toteme have been showing to us and many others too.

Now sheer is seen in contemporary fashion like in layered looks, structured sheer panels, and embroidered transparency.

Credit: Toteme Runway

The Versatility of Sheer

A good look is always about how and what you mix and match.

Sheer works well when paired with structured clothing. It creates a visual balance.

For example, sheer tops can be worn with blazers.

Credit: @rosiehw

Easy fit for casual events where you wanna look sophisticated, a sheer blouse or top paired with tailored trousers or skirt will be a good go-to outfit.

For finer occasions, sheer dresses are the obvious choice.

Sheer fabrics provide a stylish upgrade to many designs, which is why I believe sheer pieces can make choosing outfits effortless.

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