The “Barely-There” Look Is Back—5 Ways To Master The Minimalist, See-Through Trend Fashion Insiders Love This Summer

You think you have seen all the trends come and go, but then one more slinks into the mix and quietly takes you by surprise. This is precisely what has happened with the sheer trend—I have taken note of the rise in the use of this fabric in both decades past and recent years, but this summer season, it has not only dominated the catwalk, but street style and celebrity red carpet looks too. My Instagram feed is also awash with transparent, organza and gauze-like fashion pieces which make you double-take, as they have a barely there quality.

Not to be resigned to evening-wear looks alone, organza and sheer pieces can be worn arguably anywhere, from casual daytime fits, to office-ready ensembles, resort wear, and yes, more glamorous and show-stopping occasion attire. I have seen it embraced across a wide variety of garments and accessories, including, but not limited to, blouses, pencil skirts, blazers, shapewear, button-down shirts, flowing dresses, straight-leg trousers, and lastly, pretty footwear.

Sophie Robyn Watson wears a sheer skirt from Rise & Fall, a layered white tank top, black leather jacket from Whistles and mesh ballet flats from Dear Frances .