Summer is the time of the year when you get to shed the layers and embrace the lightness of the season. Breathable fabrics, loose clothes, and light colors are some trends emerging in men’s summer fashion. But a breezy frontrunner that has gained steam over recent years is worth mentioning – men’s sheer shirts.

Whether it’s right off the runway or custom street style, sheer shirts offer a confident and sexy twist to summer wardrobes. Sheer shirts can be a fashion statement, but it’s also a practical choice for staying cool and comfortable. The see-through shirts are crafted with lightweight fabrics such as mesh, chiffon, or organza, allowing air to circulate while minimizing the risk of sweat-soaked clothes.

Photo: Lenny Kravitz at the 2024 Grammy Awards / Getty Images for The Recording Academy

Men’s sheer shirts strike the perfect balance between playful and polished while turning a few heads. At the Grammy Awards this year, Lenny Kravitz rocked a black sheer shirt that turned a few heads with his abs on full display. The “Fly Away” singer is known for showcasing his individuality and edgy style, and his latest sheer piece was one of the best fashion looks of the night.

Sheer shirts can be worn on a date night, to a nightclub, or at a red carpet event. The subtle transparency of the shirt has an alluring appeal that will have you embracing your adventurous side. Variations of sheer and mesh shirts are sold at Neiman Marcus, ASOS, Fashion Nova, Saks Fifth Avenue, Phix Clothing, and other retailers.

Photo: Tory Devon Smith / Instagram Page

Actor Tory Devon Smith is no stranger to sheer shirts, including this fitted black shirt that was featured on his Instagram page in the summer of 2023. And last year, I wore a sheer shirt to a house music event at The Flat in Houston. I felt fit and confident and the compliments I received confirmed that I made the right fashion choice for the night.

Whether you’re in Ibiza or lounging by the pool, your fashion choices for Summer 2024 should reflect your mood. So if you want to show off the gains you’ve made at the gym or if you’re just feeling carefree, men’s sheer shirts are the move this season.

Photo: Jacquari Harris at The Flat Houston