If the cut-out dresses were all the risqué-rage for 2022, 2023 spring/summer will make you ‘dare to go bare’ (with style and subtlety, of course). Yes, transparent or sheer looks have already announced their big presence over the national and international ramp. If you are a big Netflix Wednesday fan, then you cannot get enough of the sheer details of the collared black chiffon goth-gown Jenna Ortega wore for that legendary party sequence!
Closer to home, we have a plethora of Indian celebs to draw inspiration from. Whether it is the see-through white blouse with the lacy bralette donned by Pathan badass Deepika Padukone, or the Roberto Cavalli Couture black sheer gown wearing new mom-on-the-block, Alia Bhatt, we don’t have to look harder to seek India-appropriate sheer ensemble ideas.
Besides the diaphanous quality of the material that has its own romance, varied textures like embroidery or lace works create a sexy ambiance around a sheer look. So while you plan your jewellery, you have to take in the ‘presence-in-the-absence’ vibe (the visual illusion, if you may) of the fabric and the feature details you want to highlight. Like Emily in Paris star Lilly Collins sports these sapphire drop earrings to match both her blue eye shadows and the blue shoulder-sequin detailing of her see-through dress. This effectively brought out an understated vibrancy in her whole appearance.
Does this sound like too much brain work? Worry not! We will give you more handy tips and tricks in building a jewellery collection around your next bold sheer look.
Layering is Caring
This suggestion may sound as questionable as the fashion trend, and we don’t disagree. Any sheer dress already has dramatic wear like a bodice, a bralette, or a high-waist monokini underneath it. And now if you layer it up more with jewellery then the result might look a bit confusing and cluttered. But hang on! Cast a glance at Deepika’s sheer-shirt look from the 2019 Cannes and all your doubts will be rested. She sports a creative bunch of delicate necklaces. Craftily balanced with the gold finish buckle detail of her belt, the complete accessories layering gives her a rather clean, crisp, and refreshing result. She has kept her ear free from any adornment and an oversized pair of sunnies has made her day look whimsy and attractive. So, our suggestion will be a layer, definitely. But opt for lightweight jewellery like our Dancing Crystals Necklace or Glittering Triad Necklace. For a tension-free layered look, you can pick our pre-layered necklaces like these Layered Cubic Necklaces or Layered Trigon Necklaces. Just be sure to match the metal plated finish with other metallic accents that you will be wearing with your sheer dress to keep the flow cohesive.
Statement Earrings
The transparent trend can be interpreted in multiple ways. There can be risk-free sheer panels that just give a calculated peek-a-boo or a bold all-body textured mesh pattern that is more exposing. For a full-body mesh where the exposé drama is at its peak, the best way to balance it all is to add that one dramatic accessory – a pair of statement earrings. Wear a pearl one like this Hanging Moon Rock Earrings for a graceful feminine look. For a shimmery touch, go for the double whammy of these twin solitaire pieces like Tandem Solitaire Earrings or Twin Amore Solitaire Earrings. Our statement hoops in unusually shaped solitaires can also add a touch of a modern contemporary feel to your sheer look. Try these Tapering Radiance Hoop Earrings or these Tilted Teardrop Hoop Earrings.
Combine Colours
Imagine a monochrome lacy sheer dress with a contrasting pop of colours. Doesn’t it sound delightful? Throw in a contra-colour and sizzle just enough to stand out and ditch that crowd. Or if you don’t want to take that much risk, go easy. Just like a layering necklace, you can match some colourful detailing of your dress with a statement hoop made with semi-precious coloured gemstones like our Luminous Hoop Earrings – Pastel Colours and Irise Hoop Earrings – Pastel Colour. We have some pleasant pastel pops for your wrist too. Try out these delicate Pastel Tennis Bracelets in imaginative shades like Amber, Aqua, and Blush Pink.
There is no reason why you can’t crank up the energy of any see-through dress with some clever accessorizing. We hope that with our help your jewellery plans for building up an envious sheer ensemble have become a bit easy.
