#STRIKETRENDWATCH - TRANSPARENT FASHION
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It’s your fashion fairy godmother here, did you miss me? As promised, I’m back with another #STRIKETRENDWATCH; our monthly trend column designed to keep you up to date on what we predict will be making its way into the hearts and closets of your fav fashion girlies. This month, we have none other than Transparent Fashion.
Transparent Fashion has come in hot. The rule is, if you can’t see your tits through your shirt, you're probably not wearing it right. The classic 90’s style has made its fair share of appearances throughout the decades, historically led by the iconic Jean Paul Gaultier. His tattooed mesh designs were only the beginning of what would become the infamous and slightly scandalous trend we see returning today. Speaking of, we’ve compiled a list of a few brands that you should’ve added to your cart yesterday.
You know the drill, get your wish lists ready.
1. AUNÉ @aunecollections
First on our list, AUNÉ. Handmade and made-to-measure, this UK-based brand gifts us with their take on transparent fashion, while maintaining a sustainable base. Their collection contains bi-colored, asymmetric patterns, and of course, fan-favorite, the sculpture printed mesh sets. The brand’s use of lightweight material, ethical practices, and shoulder designs guaranteed to get you dress coded at school (potentially the only time we will willingly accept the verdict that our shoulders are distracting), make AUNÉ the perfect label to add to your wardrobe.
2. SUPRIYA LELE @supriya_lele
Next up, is British-Indian designer Supriya Lele. The 33-year old designer recently debuted her SS21 collection, much of which is greatly inspired by her heritage and old drummer days. Lele describes the collection as “subversive sparkly attire for the grown-up metalhead”. In her signature minimalist fashion, she incorporated sheer layers of both highly saturated and neutral-toned wraparound fabrics. Lele’s uncompromisable blend of Indian and British culture, gives her label a sense of identity that can only be recognizable as Supriya Lele.
3. NENSI DOJAKA @nensidojaka
Pretty sure if you search up the definition of “mesh moment,” an array of strictly Nensi Dojaka will flood your results. Having just presented her AW21 collection in London just days ago, the obsession is in full effect.
Heavily inspired by 90s aesthetics, Dojaka experiments with layered mesh, asymmetrical designs, and off-beat silhouettes that aim to emphasize the delicacy in femininity. As seen on her website, the goal of the label is “to repaint the image of women; showing both sides: the vulnerability, but mainly the strength that characterizes them”.
5. MUGLER @mugleroffcicial
This level of iconic is self-explanatory. Household name Mugler has been giving us “sheer and sexy” for years. With each collection, comes a new rendition of transparent fashion.
When imagining the SS21 collection, Creative director Casey Cadwallader stated, he felt it was time to bring out Mugler’s “fantasy side”, taking inspiration from the brand’s 90’s archive. With that, we have been blessed with another timeless Mugler creation.
*Trying my hardest not to think about how much this one will hurt my pockets.
6. ASAI @asaitakeaway
Chinese-Vietnamese designer, A Sai Ta, created his label with the intention to help fight in dismantling racist structures and provide support to marginalized communities through the use of his platform. The brand name, ASAI, doubles as an acronym: Actively Stand Against Injustice.
The London-based brand combines a kaleidoscope color palette with nylon patchwork to create their cult favorite pieces. Likely seen all over Insta, ASAI is a practical yet light and fun addition to your transparent collection. And if that wasn’t enough to whip out your cc, 100% of the label’s proceeds after production are donated to organizations fighting for marginalized communities.
7. FANCI CLUB @fanci.club
This one is for my fanci b*tches. Designed by 21-year-old, Khahn Duy Tran, this Vietnam-based Depop shop uses recycled fabrics to create collections such as his recent see-through “Jellyfish” line.
Many of the looks are inspired by 80’s and 90’s Vietnamese fashion, along with blueprint Jean Paul Gaultier, making Fanci Club an obvious competitor when it comes to transparent fashion. Also, making my daily Depop scroll a little more exciting.
Our generation is notorious for the desire for transparency; whether that be emotionally, politically, financially, or better yet, physically. Whether you choose to play with layers or embrace a fully sheer look, the options are endless and we highly encourage you to try them all. I, myself, fully embracing the spirit of transparency, have received approximately 16 “take that down” texts and I can’t say I’m mad about it. While my tits aren’t covered in Swarovski crystals, girl, they’ll soon be seen under my vintage, depopped JPG mesh tee.
That’s all I have for you today. See you next month with another #STRIKETRENDWATCH. Now go piss off your parents!
Strike Out,
Writer: Sage West
Graphic: Sammya Mufarrej
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