DO’S AND DON’TS

Myths about sheer that fashion enthusiasts should be aware of. Wadhwa and Narang share some insights.

Sheer is just for “perfect” bodies

Layering is key. Play to your best asset while covering the rest of it. A sheer black lace dress with 3/4 sleeves looks great on almost any figure.

Sheer is just for the runway

Sheer dresses or a blouse and shirt combos matched with a contrasting coat are trending everywhere, even in offices.

Mixing it with other fabric is not a good idea

When wearing sheer, make sure to play down the other elements of your ensemble to look classy and not trashy.

Sheer is just for lingerie and gowns

Most women assume that sheer should be worn only in the form of lingerie or vintage gowns. This outdated notion can restrain the growth of your wardrobe. Embrace a new attitude, shift to sheer in dresses, pants and casual t-shirts to ooze of femininity.

Placement of sheer is very important

Wearing a sheer fabric is no doubt a bold choice and designers need to keep one’s comfort zone in mind when playing with it. Sheer can make you go from feminine to glam, and subtle to bold and sexy in a minute with the way it is used.

When wearing sheer, one should wear contrasting inner garments or make a statement with innerwear

When opting for sheer fabrics, always make sure you wear the right undergarments. Simply wearing a contrasting coloured bra or underwear, which draws unnecessary focus, will make you come across as raunchy. Style a laser-cut skirt with a slip underneath or a nude-coloured camisole with a sheer dress.