How To Wear: See-Through Clothing
The new way of wearing see-through fabric is to mix it with a melange of textures: think light organza juxtaposed with menswear fabrics and tough jewellery.
By Aaron Kok - published
The Look: Sheer, transparent fabrics are back, so gear up for a season of flashing some skin ahead! It’s sensual, but not in an overtly ‘in your face’ manner, making it a great trend to try for the guys who dare.
Seen At: Fendi’s spring/summer 2025 runway show had a smattering of sheer tops in black and navy blue, whilst Walter Van Beirendonck doubled down on his usual delivery of humour and cheekiness with pastel chiffons and adorable pom-pom embellishments. Sheer pieces also floated by at Louis Vuitton and MSGM, but our fave of the season was Dries Van Noten’s swan song collection, which saw everything from see-through pants to translucent tulle wraps worn over blazers.
Why We Love It: It’s a little nonsensical, but isn’t that what you need? Fashion should be fun to wear, and pushes you out of your comfort zone at times.
How to Wear It: Modernise it with a contrast of fabrics—from traditional checkered wools to a sliver of snakeskin—and toughen up the oft-soft fabrics with hardy accessories.
Ahead, we’ve compiled some of our best picks to get the look right now.
Step 1: Slip something sheer on
Jacket, $1,750, RICK OWENS
An elongated coat gets a lighter update for our weather when done in gauzy, see-through chiffon.
Top, $260, JW ANDERSON at CLUB21
A sheer pullover is a great way of working in another pattern into your outfit.
Sunglasses, EMPORIO ARMANI
Still looking to dip your toes into the trend? A pair of see-through coloured sunglasses might help ease you in.
Step 2: Ramp up the textures
Jacket, $5,990, VALENTINO
A trusty blazer in a smart Prince of Wales check lends a grown-up polish to help anchor your translucent pieces.
Shoes, $185, VANS x HOCKEY
Slip in a little bit of animalia for that added notch of sensuality. Our vote goes to these snakeskin-printed sneakers.
Trousers, $328, OFF DUTY at FARFETCH
These pleated trousers are so comfy, you’ll never want to take them off.
Bag, $11,270, BOTTEGA VENETA
On the hunt for a new work tote? This roomy Andiamo bag offers plenty of storage space, without skimping on style.
Step 3: Finish with some sparkle
Ring, $42,900, BVLGARI
Add a serpentine splash with this stunning snake-inspired ring.
Bracelet, $1,050, DIOR MEN
Layer this chain bracelet with your daytime watch for an effortless wrist stack.