If you’ve had a chance to digest the spring/summer 2025 runways in its entirety, you’d quickly take note of an overarching theme dedicated to the softness of a woman’s inherent power. Nicole Phelps explained it best: “You don’t have to renounce your strength to be feminine.” Billowing, floaty, and bubbled silhouettes took the forefront, infusing the audience with a sense of otherworldly delight. But, these aren’t the bubble-hem basics of yesteryear—instead, these ethereal pieces remain grounded in strength. Chiffons, tulles, sheer organza, and frothy, cascading silks aren’t afraid to take up space.
Vogue’s Soft Power Edit:
- The Romantic Mini: Mango short chiffon dress, $250
- The Updated Top: Christopher Esber Sonora veiled t-shirt, $650
- The Flowing Cape: Massimo Dutti flowing silk cape, $140
- The Floral Skirt: Loewe silk skirt, $3,800
- The Organza Midi: TWP Sylkie organza midi skirt, $595
- The Floaty Dress: Lafayette 148 New York silk organza dress, $1,998
- The Sheer Button Down: The Frankie Shop Peri silk-blend organza shirt, $205
- The Fluid Pant: Khaite Trenton pants, $1,480
A sense of wonder cascaded down the catwalks. At Khaite, chiffons and structured silks seemed suspended. For Alaïa, Mulier sent out models cast in sculptural, soft shapes, snapped onto the body like a magnet. And, at Ashlyn, peplums were decorated, gathered, and draped materials. And although we at Vogue easily fell in love with the fanciful notes showcased, we wondered: how would this be worn in real life? You’ve come to the right place because we have the answers.
The key is to combine the unlikely. Wear Mango’s chiffon mini dress over a pair of laid-back, wide-leg trousers. Tuck a button-up shirt into a semi-sheer midiskirt. Add ballet flats and basket bags to billowy dresses. And, ground a tulle blouse with sporty sneakers. Ahead, are nine ethereal spring outfit ideas to recreate. Plus, even more sheer, tulle, and organza pieces to shop.
The Tulle Top
Christopher Esber’s T-shirt is unlike any other it is draped with a veil of silky texture. Turn it into an off-duty moment by tucking it into a balloon-hem midiskirt and adding sporty sneakers.
The Semi-Sheer Button-Up
No matter the varying personal styles, we all have come to own a plethora of different button-up shirts—whether striped or classic white. Take note of the spring/summer runways with a red organza option from The Frankie Shop. Add warm-weather accessories, like Madewell’s latest basket bag, and Massimo Dutti’s leopard sandals.
The Chiffon Mini Dress
While we adore this idyllic mini dress (made from layers of chiffon) as an eveningwear look, it can also be worn in the daytime over linen trousers.
The Sheer Skirt
There are plenty of ways to style a sheer skirt for spring—balance them out with wardrobe essentials, like button-up shirts, tees, and blazers. Complement the color of this mocha mousse find with chocolate brown stripes.
The Billowy Cape
The cape is often seen as a winter-appropriate topper, but we’re taking it into the warmer months thanks to silky options that dance around the body. Own the night, or day, by wearing yours with pleated trousers and flip-flops.
The Organza Dress
This sleeveless dress from Lafayette 148 New York features an undulating handkerchief hemline made from layers of sweeping silk—a dress that goes hand-in-hand with the airy femininity of now. Bring yours back to earth with a mesh flat from Khaite, and a playful basket tote from Hunting Season.
The Silk Blouse
Tired of your pussy-bow blouses and simple tops? Mango is here to add fantasy back into your rotation. Let the asymmetric neckline and semi-sheer fabric do the talking, and pair with easy wide-leg jeans from EB Denim and snakeskin ballet flats from Dear Frances.
The Georgette Pant
Peter Mulier was one of the first designers to send models down the runway in floaty yet sculptural pants, and the spring/summer iteration is lighter in fabric, and in hue. Go full butter with a complimentary tank top from Khaite. Add whimsy with a woven tote and jelly sandals.
The Floral Silk Skirt and Layered Top
For the maximalist, more is more is more! And the ethereal trend is the perfect place to layer on the goodness. Pair layered squares of silky organza (found in Khaite’s top), with Loewe’s flouncy floral skirt. Instead of opting for minimalist accessories, go bold with Dries Van Noten and Cult Gaia.
The Fluid Pant
Yes, sheer pants can be worn in real life—when styled correctly, of course. Before adding your preppy knit and cool-girl accessories, add a boxer brief or a bodysuit.
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