The Quirky Layering Trend Zara's Really Behind

Zara's in-house stylists have slyly released a fashion memo via the new-in section on the site: Right now you really, really, really need to buy a see-through, semi-opaque or tulle dress and layer it over jeans.

This grunge-era styling throwback has been bubbling on the streets for some time (leading fashion blogger Susie Bubble has long been at the forefront of such complex layering), but now it's hitting more mainstream echelons and, we have to admit, on in-between-weather days such as this, the idea strikes the right note.

So this is what our American fashion pals would call your "third piece"—the unexpected item (outside of your accessories) that elevates the ordinary wardrobe basics already lounging happily in your closet. By slipping on a sheer slip or tunic over your existing denim and jersey tees you instantly have a more directional version of a day-to-day outfit. Fresh for festivals and a fun mix-up for the office.

Scroll down to see how the Zara crew are layering right now—and shop from the looks…

Shop Zara's Layering Dresses:

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Tulle Tunic

The in-built top helps do the hard work for you.

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Gathered Tulle Dress

Will you be daring enough to style one over a sweatshirt?

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Tulle Sleeveless Dress

This nicely taps into the lingerie trend too.

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Tulle Dress With Pockets

Step things up a notch and try with your favourite Breton T-shirt.Will you do this trend? If you're after easy-wear frocks, check out our edit of the best summer dresses.Opening Image: Zara

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Hannah Almassi is the MD for Women’s UK at Future PLC. Following a decade-long tenure as Who What Wear UK’s first Editor-in-Chief, she now oversees Who What Wear and Marie Claire in the UK. Hannah has been part of the the Who What Wear brand since 2015, when she was headhunted to launch the UK sister site and social channels, implement a localised content strategy and build out the editorial team. As an expert at the intersection of content, commerce, building brands and monetising digital platforms, she now combines her editorial experience alongside business acumen to help guide digital titles into the future.