We’re doing sheer for the wedding afterparty

The fashion police is here. And no, we're not here to cover you up—we're here to check if you're showing enough. Because after the shaadi silks and the camera-ready couture, there’s a shift in mood—and wardrobe. You’ve done the drama, now you want the ease. Guess what? Sheer offers both.

This season, sheer is a post-shaadi personality shift. It’s the fabric equivalent of an exit line. It floats, it flashes, and it plays very well with flash photography. But don’t mistake it for mindless exposure. Sheer, when styled right, is about being in control of the reveal. A net sari that slips just so. A beaded blouse worn over confidence and very little else. A see-through shirt that walks the line between “oops” and “editorial.” The effect is less scandal, more slow burn.

You might be a bride ready to ditch the layers or a groom looking to outshine your own sherwani, or even a guest who refuses to get blinded by the lights—there’s a sheer moment here for you. So, consider this your official notice. You’re under fashion surveillance. And frankly? You’re not wearing nearly enough. Here’s how to pull sheer off at the afterparty.

The blazer makes it PG

Who says you have to choose between showing skin and suiting up? The sheer + blazer formula is the ultimate cheat code—equal parts sultry and structured. For him, it’s all about contrast: think translucent shirts layered under inky black velvet blazers. Leave the top buttons undone, add a sharp trouser or leather pant, or let the sheer do the talking while the velvet plays wingman. For her, a sheer corset meets its match in a sculpted, shoulder-padded white blazer—clean, crisp, and just oversized enough. Whether draped over or buttoned at the waist, it’s the kind of look that lets you flash, flirt, and still claim full control. The best way to go bare might just be to tease a little, here and there.

Party on the top

Don’t want to commit to head-to-toe sheer? Start small. A sheer blouse is the easiest way to dip into the trend without diving all the way in. Style it over a bralette, tuck it into tailored trousers, or throw it on with a lehenga that needs less drama. One sheer top = endless afterparty potential. Take the white beaded blouse: light, delicate, and perfect with high-rise pants or layered under a light jacket. Or the silver-embroidered couture piece—it holds its own with a satin lehenga skirt and no dupatta in sight. Even a black blouse with striking red embroidery works, softening sheer with texture and just enough coverage.

The see-through classic

Time to show off all those hours spent in the gym. No jacket. No distractions. Just skin, texture, and pure audacity. Go black and embroidered if you’re feeling moody. Pair it with crisp trousers and undone buttons—just enough to hint at trouble. Or try the barely-there beaded one: a little sparkle, a lot of skin, zero apologies. And when shimmer’s on the table? Take it. Wear it with nothing underneath, let the collar fall loose, and let the light find you. These sheer shirts are the easiest way to make a statement.

All sheer, no fear

Warning: These looks aren’t for the faint of fabric. You didn’t come to play it safe. Whether it’s shimmer, slit or see-through from every angle, this is sheer turned all the way up. There’s the shimmery, second-skin bodycon, best worn with heels, gloss, and zero hesitation. Then comes the sheer overcoat—long, floaty, and layered over a metallic mini like you just rolled out of a couture fever dream. And the beaded number with the thigh-high slit? That’s for when you want jaws dropped before you even say hi. These looks are exits, entrances, and afterparty legends waiting to happen. So if you're going to bare it all, bare it well.

Saris after-hours

Wanna go sheer without losing your desi girl energy? What better way than a scandalous sari to pull that off! Think featherlight tulle, slinky organza, or crystal-beaded net that clings in all the right places and floats everywhere else. The structure’s familiar, but the vibe? Completely unfiltered. The sheer black number made entirely of rings? Pair it with a sleek blouse—or don’t. Add heels and a don’t-mess-with-me liner and you’re done. A beaded net sari with glimmering threads? Let it drape low, keep the blouse strappy, and skip the necklace. And if you’re feeling fiery and floaty, an organza sari worn with a bold corset blouse makes for the perfect sweet-but-sharp after-hours combo.