Sheer is always a daring trend for the red carpet, but these stars took the risk and wore the fabric to the Grammys over the years!
The Grammy Awards are one of the most high-profile nights of the year, bringing together the biggest names in music to celebrate their achievements. Beyond the performances and trophies, the ceremony has also become a major fashion moment, with stars using the red carpet to showcase bold, unforgettable looks.
Over the years, celebrities have embraced a wide range of daring styles at the Grammys — and sheer dresses have become a recurring red-carpet staple. From subtly transparent gowns to fully see-through statements, these looks strike the perfect balance between glamour and risk-taking, proving that the Grammys are a place where fashion rules are meant to be pushed.
Scroll through the gallery to see photos of celebrities rocking sexy sheer dresses at the Grammy Awards over the years.
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Dua Lipa – 2021
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Here, Dua Lipa shows off a sheer purple ensemble while attending the Grammy Awards in 2021.
March 31, 2022, 11:53AM 2 of 23
Olivia Rodrigo — 2023
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Olivia Rodrigo went with a classic look for the 65th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 5, 2023. Her sheer Miu Miu dress looked lovely with sleek straight hair and a natural makeup look.
February 6, 2023, 8:47AM 3 of 23
Doja Cat — 2022
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Doja Cat was a seafoam dream at the 2022 Grammys. She teamed the sheer Atelier Versace look with spiky platinum locks.
April 5, 2022, 11:39AM 4 of 23
Dua Lipa — 2022
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Dua Lipa wore a black dress with sheer midsection to the 2022 Grammys. The ensemble featured bondage style straps and chunky gold chains.
February 2, 2023, 9:10AM 5 of 23
Paris Hilton — 2022
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Pairs Hilton stunned in a completely sheer gown at the 2022 Grammys. Her ensemble featured embellishments throughout and a cape down her back.
February 2, 2023, 8:48AM
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Laverne Cox — 2022
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Laverne Cox wore a vintage John Galliano gown to the 2022 Grammy Awards. The dress featured a sheer train and bodice.
February 2, 2023, 8:48AM 7 of 23
SZA — 2022
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SZAs dress to the 2022 Grammy Awards was completely sheer. It included a floral design down the center to add some flair.
February 2, 2023, 9:10AM 8 of 23
Dua Lipa – 2021
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Dua Lipa rocks an Atelier Versace dress at the 2021 Grammy Awards. The ensemble was purple mesh with cutouts and a thigh-high slit.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 9 of 23
Taylor Swift – 2021
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Taylor Swift poses for photos while attending the 2021 Grammy Awards. Her sheer Oscar de la Renta dress was covered with a floral design, and the look was paired with pink shoes.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 10 of 23
Lizzo — 2020
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Lizzo holds up her Grammy Awards at the show in 2020. She rocked a sheer dress with silver fringe for the press room.
February 2, 2023, 8:48AM 11 of 23
Miley Cyrus – 2018
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Miley Cyrus looks glamorous while attending the 2018 Grammy Awards. She wore a red Zac Posen dress with sheer sleeves and her hair in Old Hollywood curls.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 12 of 23
Cardi B – 2019
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Cardi B resembles a seashell while attending the 2019 Grammy Awards. Her Mugler ensemble featured a sheer, flesh-toned bodysuit, paired with a dramatic skirt that opened up at the top.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 13 of 23
Heidi Klum – 2018
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Heidi Klum brings some grunge to the red carpet at the 2018 Grammys. She rocked a totally sheer black dress with lacy bodysuit on the top half.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 14 of 23
Lady Gaga – 2018
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Lady Gaga stuns in an Armani Prive gown at the 2018 Grammy Awards. The dress featured a sheer jumpsuit and then a skirt with long, dramatic train.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 15 of 23
Shania Twain – 2020
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Shania Twain hits the red carpet at the 2020 Grammy Awards. She wore a black dress with a sheer skirt and see-through sleeves.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 16 of 23
Kristin Cavallari – 2018
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Kristin Cavallari was angelic in her ong white gown at the 2018 Grammys. The ensemble featured a sheer cutout at her midsection.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 17 of 23
Maren Morris – 2019
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Maren Morris stuns in a plunging dress at the 2019 Grammy Awards. The belted outfit featured sheer material and a long train down the back.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 18 of 23
Jenny McCarthy – 2018
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Jenny McCarthy looks fierce while attending the 2018 Grammys and walking the red carpet. Her leather black dress had sheer sleeves, and her look was complete with blue hair.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 19 of 23
Kacey Musgraves – 2019
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Kacey Musgraves rocks a Valentino gown while at the 2019 Grammys. The strapless dress was belted with a darker pink belt at her midsection.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 20 of 23
SZA – 2018
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SZA rocks a sheer white dress at the 2018 Grammys. The gown also featured a dramatic leg slit to show some skin.
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Giuliana Rancic – 2019
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Giuliana Rancic shows some leg in her Tom Ford dress at the 2019 Grammys. The gown had a sheer cutout all the way down one side.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 22 of 23
Julia Michaels – 2018
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Julia Michaels wears a sheer ballgown at the 2018 Grammys. The ensemble featured a plunging neckline, as well.
March 31, 2022, 11:45AM 23 of 23
Madison Beer
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Madison Beer at the 67th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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