ON THE STREETS

Make a statement with barely there pieces and calls from the wild. Not for the faint of heart.

Portrait of Tammy Strobel

"Inject fresh edge to your sheer look with primary colours and team with statement-making boots to balance the girlish notes. From top: Keep it timeless in monochrome. Go short and sweet in crimson. Make a maxi statement in bold violet"

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1 CLEAR AS DAY

Reign supreme in sheer pieces for day. Opt for separates that are sensuous and sweet, with dramatic details such as pleats and frills. Add extra coverage with a coordinating slip or a contrasting bodysuit.
 
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"Visor, $580, Dior"

2 TAKE COVER

Brave the great outdoors in a sporty visor with sheer film details. Wear yours with a crisp shirt and pleated skirt to get that chic Wimbledon vibe. It’s functional and cool all at once.
 
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"Match your specs to the tint of your raincoat"
 
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3 RAIN OR SHINE

Perfect for our monsoon season, clear raincoats (and even boots) are your answer to showing off your outfit even when it pours.
 
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Shirt, $764, Macgraw at Farfetch 

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Jacket, REDValentino

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"Pump, Dolce&Gabbana"

4 LIGHT AS AIR

Varsity jackets add a dose of street-chic appeal to the sheer trend. Or go for tops and shoes that combine opaque details with mesh ortulle
 
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Sunglasses, Oliver Peoples 

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"A futurist point of view"

5 NAKED EYE

Tinted sunnies are instant mood-boosters that add oomph to your look. Reach for neons if you dare. Or play it safe with rose-tinted shades while on the go.
 
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Gucci pre-fall 2020
 
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Chanel pre-fall 2020
 
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"Fendi pre-fall 2020"

6 DARE TO BARE

Soft, feminine fabrics can make for a strong and modern statement. The bright, voluminous see-through frocks at Chanel and Gucci were worn with elegant extras. At Fendi, a sense of playful innocence came through via sheer babydoll dresses that played peekaboo with hand-knitted undergarments. It’s naivety that’s dripping with sexappeal.
 
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From left: Speak volumes in a bold monoprint pantsuit. Break the mould by mixing patterns. A tra c-stopping maxi coat on display. A beautiful pattern on a feminine number
 
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7 IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE

After months of staying home, go loud and proud with prints of the wilderness when you hit the streets. Whether you decide on a nature or animal motif, the look evokes a sense of wonder and exploration. Keep to tailored pieces for a sophisticated take on this trend.
 
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Score brownie points with a decorative gold necklace 

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Watch, Chopard
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"Watch, $155,000, Cartier"

8 SPIRIT ANIMAL

Showcase your animal spirit by wearing it as a key accessory. Let it shine against plain neutral-toned clothing or bare skin for bestresults.
 
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"Keep your hair and makeup natural for an e ortless look"

9 THE WILD ONES

Set your sights on making maximum impact. Don’t be afraid of mixing your textures, colours or even prints.
 
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From top: Cow print is a cool alternative to animal spots or stripes. On trousers, the print lends a whimsically playful vibe 

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10 BULLSEYE

It’s about time we talk about the underdog: Cow print. Thinkof it as an organically shaped polka dot that offers just as much versatility and easy styling with other wardrobe staples. Plus, it offers an unexpected, quirkytwist.
 
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Boot, Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello 

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Boot, Tory Burch 

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"Step out in style with animal-print boots"

11 FLEET OF FOOT

Animal-print boots are a staple in any stylish woman’s shoe closet. It’s a powerful weapon that transforms an outfit from sin to win, be it for day ornight
 
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Punctuate the look with a gold-studded belt 

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Pack a punch in purple python 

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A varsity-striped cardigan lends sporty vibes 

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"A midi skirt for the o­ ce and bey"

12 HEAR ME ROAR

Stop traffic with animal prints in a vibrant hue. Drive the point home by wearing the trend head to toe, or team it with a t-shirt or cardigan for a subtler take.

BY GRACIA PHANG. PHOTOGRAPHY: SHOWBIT