11 Hollywood stars' most revealing see-through dresses of all time including Christina Aguilera's bare-all look
From Cher's 1970s see-through look all the way to Kylie Jenner's modern see-through dress, let's take a look at our pick of the most revealing dresses ever…
When it comes to red carpet looks, many celebrities dare to make a bold fashion statement with a see-through dress. The playful nature of a see-through dress lets stars turn the look into their own signature style, a quality needed to stand out amongst the many stars hoping to secure a fashion moment for the history books.
The phrase 'naked dress' has gained huge popularity over the past year, with stars such as Hailey Bieber putting their own gothic spin on the trend or Kylie Jenner adding a modern twist. However, the style dates all the way back to the 1970s when Cher stepped onto the red carpet in a shimmering ensemble, pioneering the way for future fashion looks.
So here we take a look at some of the best see-through dresses of all time...
Starting with an edgy see-through style, Hailey wore a sheer black lace dress to the Wuthering Heights premiere in February 2026. The sultry ensemble embodied gothic romance as she walked the carpet in her floor-length gown. Underneath, she wore a low-cut black bodysuit to match the look by Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello. To complete the outfit, she paired the dress with strappy heels and natural makeup to keep all eyes on the dress.
If there's ever a time to be fashionable, it's in Paris and Angelina Jolie certainly achieved it in her sheer gown. The floor-length outfit, embellished with metallic beading from Givenchy by Sarah Burton, was worn to the Coutures premiere in Paris in February 2026. Featuring a silver floral design, the long dress had a delicate fringe that moved as she walked, giving her a graceful presence on the carpet.
When you see Halle Berry's dress for the 2025 Met Gala, it makes it easier to see why it took 1,455 hours to make. Designed by LaQuan Smith, the outfit took sheer mesh to the next level with its decorations of Cartier High Jewellery. The actress's figure was complemented by the body-hugging scoop-neck dress, which alternated between sheer mesh and black fabric. She added a cropped tuxedo jacket and a black netted veil, proving she still exudes Bond girl energy.
Opting for a vintage Mugler gown from 1998, Kylie Jenner chose a see-through look for the annual Academy Museum Gala. The 2024 ensemble featured a sheer bodice covered in sparkly nude sequins as a cover-up. With it's sleek black skirt and hip cut-out panels the design had a modern feel - impressive as it's literally a vintage piece.
Dakota Johnson has never been afraid of bold fashion choices, and her ensemble for the Kering Foundation's Caring for Women dinner was no exception. Stepping out in New York City in 2025, The Materialists actress wore a sheer black Gucci gown over a black balconette bra and matching underwear. The dress featured floral lace detailing, a high turtleneck, and long sleeves to balance the see-through look on the carpet.
While Margot Robbie tends to shake up each of her red carpet looks, she chose a see-through gown for the London premiere of A Big Bold Beautiful Journey in 2025. Taken from Giorgio Armani Privé's Spring 2025 couture collection, the sheer base of the dress was decorated in beadwork featuring floral and paisley motifs throughout. The back of the dress also had a moment, with a jewel pendant securing the spaghetti straps. Similar to Kylies, the outfit felt both vintage and modern, taking the naked dress trend and adding floral detailing for extra shimmer.
This wouldn't be an all-time list without throwing it back to the early 2000s, when Christina Aguilera sparkled from head to toe. Attending the 2003 VMAs, the Candyman singer wore a white dress with a Swarovski crystal mesh bodice and a floor-skimming skirt. Full of Y2K flair, the dazzling archival piece was re-worn by celebrities including Keke Palmer in 2025.
An expert at bringing confidence to the red carpet, Jennifer Lopez did just that at the 2017 Latin Billboard Music Awards. The singer wore a silver cut-out gown designed by Julien Macdonald that offered minimal coverage, carrying off the daring look with ease.
Cher popularized the naked dress trend back in 1974. At the time, her arrival at the Met Gala caused a stir when she wore a sheer, sparkly, and feathery jumpsuit designed by Bob Mackie. Compared to how the trend has evolved, it remains a bold look and stands as one of the Believe singer's most iconic fashion moments.
Model Bella Hadid commanded attention in a crystal-embellished one-shoulder gown at the 2017 Cannes amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala. Designed by Ralph & Russo, Hadid brought a classic, statue-like elegance to the carpet in her see-through dress, which she paired with silver heels and a flowing train.