As much as this sounds cliché, it’s true — the moment the weather warms up, it feels like an excuse to show as much skin as possible. That’s why year after year the runways are filled with sheer pieces and skimpy, lingerie-esque looks. Consider it a survival tactic when the heat and humidity are unbearingly oppressive on the body. So, what’s 2026’s version of this look? Perhaps Laufey’s dress at the Billboard Women In Music serves as the best source of inspiration.
Styled by Leith Clark, the Chloé fall 2026 ethereal number is a study in contradictions with its voluminous silhouette that leaves little to the imagination. Sexy and sweet, it’s a clever take on a nightgown that feels appropriate for a red carpet moment. And yes, it’s also quite wearable.
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“Chloé feels like such freedom and it’s so feminine — this is what we wanted to channel for the night,” explained Clark of the choice she and Laufey made. Under creative director Chemena Kamali, the brand has embraced its bohemian roots with a subversive twist, mixing sheer billowing silhouettes with unexpected footwear.
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In soft hues like mint green, lavender and blush alongside creams and whites, the color palette across these see-through pieces resembles vintage sleepwear. It’s as if a woman just casually found them at a shop and immediately threw one on, looking effortlessly glamorous without being too overdone. This sense of ease and spontaneity is precisely why nightgown dressing is so alluring. “The fluidity and softness of these dresses — it feels playful and also kind of like a dream,” said Clark.
Of course, as fantastic as it may be, styling sheer nightgown dresses require some styling tricks. In the case of Laufey, Clark added white lace bra and matching underwear, to ensure the singer didn’t feel too overexposed. It also helped that Laufey wore her hair long, as an added layer. For those seeking to recreate this look, try coordinated underpinnings like Clark did. Meanwhile, those who prefer a more dramatic take try a contrasting shade be it a bright bralette or black underwear. Still feeling hesitant? Clark has this advice for those on the fence, “Wear your nightgown out into the world. Let it be transparent. Be free.”