14 Sexy Little Things To Wear This Summer

As OC writer Fiona Duncan notes, summers are sexy in Manhattan. Humid, hot airs cause hemlines to rise, shirts to unbutton, a small stream of sweat to run down the small of your back. But the heat wave doesn't just affect the Big Apple—fashion-conscious folks everywhere have to deal with brighter skies, stunning UV rays, and steamy conditions.

Oftentimes, we find ourselves stripping down to our skivvies the minute we enter the privacy of our homes, standing in front of freezers, fans, and air conditioners to get just a few moments of relief. Unfortunately, such forms of display aren't exactly acceptable in the public realm. In these dire times, we turn to the world of sheer, sexy cut-outs and crop tops to keep our cool. Sure, we'd rather be wearing nothing, but next-to-nothing will work. Until we get home, that is.

Yes, we do need a crochet cut-out dress from Maria ke Fisherman. It is that hot. 

Cut-outs and sheer in one? This Bernhard Willhelm Transparent dress might turn heads, but in a good way.

Nothing says easy-breezy like a loose-fitting camisole dress. 

Sheer and short, this Norma Kamali Sleeveless Mesh Crewneck Dress works as a cover-up or a provocative dress. In this heat, who cares?


For something a bit more demure, this Avelon Sheer Dress has sexy, subtle patterns to give you coverage in all the right places. 

It's all prim and proper in the front, but the low-back Alexander Wang pleated apron dress lets you show just a little skin. 

 

Wear this Norma Kamali V-Back Gown over your bathing suit or a cute bralet and shorts, and call it a day.

Kenzo's open-front sleeveless polo is a super-breezy alternative to bodycon dresses.