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

Alaïa

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.

Alaïa

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