10 sheer outfit ideas to try this summer—straight from the runway

If you’ve had a chance to digest the spring/summer 2025 runways in its entirety, you’d quickly notice an array of sheer outfits relating to an overarching theme around the softness of a woman’s inherent power. Nicole Phelps explained it best: “You don’t have to renounce your strength to be feminine.” Billowing, floaty, and bubbled silhouettes took the forefront, infusing the audience with a sense of otherworldly delight. But, these aren’t the bubble-hem basics of yesteryear—instead, these ethereal pieces remain grounded in strength. Chiffons, tulles, sheer organza, and frothy, cascading silks aren’t afraid to take up space.

A sense of wonder cascaded down the catwalks. At Khaite, chiffons and structured silks seemed suspended. For Alaïa, Mulier sent out models cast in sculptural, soft shapes, snapped onto the body like a magnet. And, at Ashlyn, peplums were decorated, gathered, and draped materials. And although we at Vogue easily fell in love with the fanciful notes showcased, we wondered: how would this be worn in real life? You’ve come to the right place because we have the answers.

The key is to combine the unlikely. Wear Mango’s chiffon mini dress over a pair of laid-back, wide-leg trousers. Tuck a button-up shirt into a semi-sheer midiskirt. Add ballet flats and basket bags to billowy dresses. And, ground a tulle blouse with sporty sneakers. Ahead, are some ethereal spring sheer outfits to recreate.

The Tulle Top

Christopher Esber’s T-shirt is unlike any other it is draped with a veil of silky texture. Turn it into an off-duty moment by tucking it into a balloon-hem midiskirt and adding sporty sneakers.

Sonora veiled short-sleeve t-shirt

Bergdorf Goodman

₹ 65,000.00

suede-trimmed leather sneakers

The Semi-Sheer Button-Up

No matter the varying personal styles, we all have come to own a plethora of different button-up shirts—whether striped or classic white. Take note of the spring/summer runways with a red organza option from The Frankie Shop. Add warm-weather accessories, like Madewell’s latest basket bag, and Massimo Dutti’s leopard sandals.

Peri silk-blend organza shirt

Net-a-porter

₹ 20,500.00

Irene straight silk maxi skirt

Bergdorf Goodman

₹ 79,000.00

animal-print heeled sandals

Massimo Dutti

₹ 18,000.00

The Chiffon Mini Dress

While we adore this idyllic mini dress (made from layers of chiffon) as an evening wear look, it can also be worn in the daytime over linen trousers.

Gala silk and linen-blend wide-leg pants

Net-a-porter

₹ 1,19,000.00

satin wedge sandals

Net-a-porter

₹ 1,15,000.00

The Sheer Skirt

There are plenty of ways to style a sheer skirt for spring—balance them out with wardrobe essentials, like button-up shirts, tees, and blazers. Complement the color of this mocha mousse find with chocolate brown stripes.

Peri silk-blend organza midi skirt

Net-a-porter

₹ 14,500.00

mesh water flats

Bergdorf Goodman

₹ 59,000.00

The Billowy Cape

The cape is often seen as a winter-appropriate topper, but we’re taking it into the warmer months thanks to silky options that dance around the body. Own the night, or day, by wearing yours with pleated trousers and flip-flops.

mulberry silk cape

Massimo Dutti

₹ 14,000.00

Saionara jelly PVC flip flops

Net-a-porter

₹ 18,500.00

leather-trimmed suede tote

Net-a-porter

₹ 1,19,000.00

Sbiru pleated wool wide-leg pants

Net-a-porter

₹ 31,000.00

The Organza Dress

This sleeveless dress from Lafayette 148 New York features an undulating handkerchief hemline made from layers of sweeping silk—a dress that goes hand-in-hand with the airy femininity of now. Bring yours back to earth with a mesh flat from Khaite, and a playful basket tote from Hunting Season.

sleeveless silk organza dress

Nordstrom

₹ 1,99,800.00

leather-trimmed raffia tote

Net-a-porter

₹ 45,000.00

The Silk Blouse

Tired of your pussy-bow blouses and simple tops? Mango is here to add fantasy back into your rotation. Let the asymmetric neckline and semi-sheer fabric do the talking, and pair with easy wide-leg jeans from EB Denim and snakeskin ballet flats from Dear Frances.

Enzo mid-rise carpenter wide leg

Winter Balla snakeskin-print leather ballet flats

Bergdorf Goodman

₹ 54,000.00

The Georgette Pant

Peter Mulier was one of the first designers to send models down the runway in floaty yet sculptural pants, and the spring/summer iteration is lighter in fabric and in hue. Go full butter with a complimentary tank top from Khaite. Add whimsy with a woven tote and jelly sandals.

pleated georgette peplum tapered pants

Net-a-porter

₹ 3,10,000.00

braided leather shoulder bag

Massimo Duttti

₹ 49,000.00

The Floral Silk Skirt and Layered Top

For the maximalist, more is more is more! And the ethereal trend is the perfect place to layer on the goodness. Pair layered squares of silky organza (found in Khaite’s top), with Loewe’s flouncy floral skirt. Instead of opting for minimalist accessories, go bold with Dries Van Noten and Cult Gaia.

Virgo leather asymmetrical sandals

Bergdorf Goodman

₹ 77,000.00

The Caldera leather clutch bag

Bergdorf Goodman

₹ 59,800.00

The Fluid Pant

Yes, sheer pants can be worn in real life—when styled correctly, of course. Before adding your preppy knit and cool-girl accessories, add a boxer brief or a bodysuit.