From crochet gowns à la Jennifer Lawrence at Cannes to mesh shoes that pirouette circles around the ‘balletcore’ trend, here’s how to do transparent fashion right
With Hong Kong’s temperature and humidity rising steadily, now is the time to embrace summer fabrics in all their lightness and breathability. Mesh, crochet and sheer outfits are among the most popular choices this season, and it’s easy to understand why—not only are they casual but sexy, their peek-a-boo details keep its wearer’s style chic and cool.
For instance, Jennifer Lawrence cut a fine figure at the Cannes Film Festival on May 21 when she attended the photo call for the documentary Bread and Roses (2023) in a Dior Haute Couture crochet dress in sandy beige. On its own, it would have more fitting on the beach than the red carpet. However, Lawrence glammed it up with a loose chignon, minimalist makeup, Alison Lou pear-cut cocktail diamond earrings, and strappy gem-studded sandals.
Here we look at how luxury brands have incorporated peek-a-boo fashion in their summer collections.
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Okay crochet
Knitwear might not be the first thing that comes to mind when one thinks of summer dressing, but crochet—with its bohemian vibe and relatively open weave—ticks all the right boxes for a summer wardrobe. Which is why it has long been a staple in summer fashion, especially in resort-wear or for getaways. For example, Sofia Richie, model and daughter of singer Lionel Richie, rocked a black crochet skirt on the beach during her honeymoon earlier this month.
If you’re looking for a sustainable brand selling crochet garments, check out the most recent collections from Indian Canadian designer Pari Desai and black-owned business Nia Thomas that is great for swimsuit cover-ups.