8 Sheer Skirt Outfit Ideas to Try This Spring
The sheer skirt can feel like a moment that’s meant to live its entire life on the runway—but somehow, it really hit its stride IRL this. At Alaïa the look was decidedly “sexy secretary,” while Dior managed to make the idea ladylike. At Prada, as always, it’s about the cool, unexpected mix of sheer bottoms, blazers, cardigans, socks, and loafers.
Vogue’s Sheer Skirt EditThe Soft Blue: Zara silk organza skirt, $109The Hero Buy: Prada printed georgette skirt, $1,590The Ethereal White: Mango semitransparent knitted skirt, $80The Double Layer: Vince beaded border sheer knee length skirt, $395The Wrap Effect: Dries Van Noten asymmetric wrap-effect layered printed skirt, $895The Pretty Pleats: J.Crew Collection layered tulle skirt, $168The Embellished Accent: & Other Skirts studded midiskirt, $158The throughline in styling this tricky piece is that it’s all about balance. If the skirt is fitted and sheer, opt for something a bit more staid up top. And if there were ever a time to invest in proper undergarments, it’s now. While some sheer skirts come complete with what we’ll call modesty minis—most often what looks like a shorter skirt underneath a longer sheer pencil—many designers leave it up to you to figure out.
We recommend high-waisted briefs for the bold; boyshorts for those perhaps less willing to show-off, and a short slip for the most demure among us. There’s also always the option of a longer coverup up top by way of blazers, lightweight spring sweaters, and button-downs. Whether you go sheer for day with a trench coat and loafers or a shrunken cashmere polo with ballet flats, or take the trend to evening-wear, our overarching styling advice would be to wear it with confidence.
Below, eight ways that allow you to embrace trend to sheer perfection.
Built-in LayeringTry using a bodysuit as a layering piece for a one-and-done moment.
Norma Kamali
oversized cotton bodysuit
AlaĂŻa
Le Teckel shoulder bag
Chloé
Lauren scalloped ballet flats
Pacharee
Valentine pearl necklace
The Long and Short of ItA long jacket belted over a sheer skirt provides all the coverage you need.
Prada
printed georgette skirt
J.Crew
heritage barn jacket
Emme Parsons
Danielle loafers
Working GirlGive your going out look a decidedly sexy workwear vibe with a cardigan, ladylike top-handle, and oversized leather bomber.
Miu Miu
sheer nylon midi skirt
Mango
leather bomber jacket
Alex Mill
Eldridge cardigan
Le Monde Beryl
Venetian mesh mules
Saint Laurent
Sac De Jour tote bag
Miu Miu
logo-band regular briefs
Keep it SimpleThe minimalist take on sheer skirting means approaching each piece from a streamlined perspective.
Maison Margiela
midi skirt
Paola Sighinolfi
Vara earrings
Black OutThe trend lends itself perfectly to after-dark looks, for those who want to take an all-black approach to evening wear.
AlaĂŻa
floral lace maxi skirt
the 90s Rise bikini briefs
Soft Goat
turtleneck singlet
Sophie Buhai
Secession earrings
Put it in NeutralShades of cream and brown layer beautifully together in ethereal fabrics.
Mango
semitransparent knitted skirt
Skims
seamless sculpt brief
Gianvito Rossi
Tokio mules
Gucci
oval-shaped sunglasses
The Best Dressed GuestHit up the wedding circuit in something truly-statement making, and try a boyshort layer while you’re at it.
Brandon Maxwell
the Lucy sheer knit maxi skirt
Liberowe
Raja cropped jacket
Prada
patent leather slingback pumps
Bottega Veneta
intrecciato shoulder bag
Skims
Fits Everybody boyshort
Shop more sheer skirts:
Sportmax
Aceti silk-overlay midi-skirt
J.Crew
layered tulle skirt
Gucci
silk tweed layered skirt
Vince
beaded sheer midi skirt
Zara
rhinestone silk skirt
Mango
semi-transparent knitted skirt
& Other Stories
studded midi skirt
Rosetta Getty
double layer split skirt
Dries Van Noten
asymmetric silk-crepon mini skirt
Givenchy
Iris double-layered midi skirt
