HOW TO STYLE THE UNDERWEAR AS OUTERWEAR TREND

There’s something deliciously punk about impractical – yet still wearable – fashion. And a sheer lace dress on a cold day should be the poster girl for unapologetically confident style. Dakota Johnson’s recent Gucci look stopped us all in our tracks when it hit the red carpet – and it’s this intricate balance of coverage and exposure that makes a lacy lingerie look so successful. Opt for long sleeves and high necks to balance a barely-there fabric, or pair sheer lace pieces with more structured silhouettes to keep things looking chic. Personally, we love a see-through top paired with luxurious lingerie and tailored trousers – what better excuse to invest in that bra you’ve been eyeing?

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AFRM strappy lace top co-ord in black, £78
ASOS DESIGN long sleeve lace bodysuit with ruched centre in black, £24
House of CB Delilah lace maxi dress in vintage cream, £199
ASOS DESIGN satin and lace mix sheer bodice cami maxi dress in black, £45

One way to adapt the lingerie as outerwear trend for autumn? Add faux fur of course. Fuzzy trims and jackets have dominated the AW25 collections, and they’re the perfect cosy complement to more daring get-ups. In fact, adding a faux-fur detail to your sheer look is a shortcut to old-Hollywood glamour. Just look at arguably the most famous underwear as outerwear ‘fit of all time – Rihanna’s Swarovski dress. You might not be working with the same budget, but emulating this infamous outfit is easier than you might think.

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My Accessories faux fur skinny scarf in brown, £22
Topshop Sophie faux fur scarf in green, £42
ASOS LUXE 3D floral embellished broderie mini dress with faux feather, £160
ASOS LUXE faux feather cupped skater dress in cream, £85

The bustier will always be iconic. It’s flattering, intricate, and endlessly adaptable. And thanks to bold designers like the aforementioned Dilara Findikoglu (whose SS26 collection had a delightful air of early McQueen) these silhouettes are getting re-worked for a rebellious era. The clean lines of classic corsetry can be softened with sheer skirts and floating fabrics – so consider pairing a structured top with a romantic skirt or a delicate fabric like lace.

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Heiress Beverly Hills premium lace drape corset mini dress in white, £206
House of CB Aria white stretch cotton off-the-shoulder frill corset in white, £109
WeWoreWhat ruched cup corset top in black and white polka dot, £95
Lace & Beads scarf neck tulle corset bodysuit in black, £48

Margot Robbie and Jenna Ortega are just two stylish stars spearheading the embellished lingerie look. If recent carpets are anything to go by, draping oneself in diamonds and very little else is the new look du jour. And Kim Kardashian’s latest Vogue France cover cemented autumn 2025 as the season of almost-naked jewels. It’s easy to see why – what could be more glamorous?

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ASOS DESIGN chiffon floral dripping embellished midi skirt in black, £60
ASOS DESIGN sheer lace embellished cami top in black, £28
ASOS DESIGN sheer scatter sequin mesh halter top in black, £22
ARRANGE sheer grid sequin maxi skirt co ord in black, £95