Sheer Delight: Hudson Williams, Connor Storrie, and the Rise of the Sheer Shirt Trend

The 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party wasn’t just about celebrating Hollywood’s biggest winners; it was a runway for a daring new menswear trend. Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie sent social media into a frenzy after both opted for sheer tops, sparking a conversation about evolving red carpet style and male confidence. But they aren’t the first to embrace the look – a growing number of male celebrities are choosing to showcase a bit more skin, challenging traditional norms and turning heads in the process.

A Matching Moment at the Vanity Fair Party

Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie made a striking impression at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Mark Guiducci at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on March 15, 2026 as reported by Vanity Fair. Williams, who earlier wore Balenciaga to the Oscars ceremony, continued to make a statement with a sheer top that showcased his physique and featured a train. Storrie, styled by James Yardley who aims to enhance the actor’s “Old Hollywood leading-man energy,” opted for a Saint Laurent sheer turtleneck, complete with a fur stole and diamonds according to Vanity Fair. The coordinated look quickly became a trending topic, with fans expressing their excitement on social media as noted by People.

Beyond Heated Rivalry: A Look at Other Celebrities Embracing Sheer

Although Williams and Storrie’s coordinated appearance garnered significant attention, they are part of a larger trend of male celebrities experimenting with sheer fashion. Here’s a look at other stars who have rocked the look:

• Benson Boone: The pop star wore a sheer lace top to the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
• Harry Styles: Styles sported a Gucci see-through mesh blouse at the 2019 Met Gala.
• Hunter Doohan: The Wednesday star wore a floral mesh top to the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
• Conan Gray: Gray made a dramatic entrance at the 2022 Met Gala with a jewel-encrusted mesh shirt and cape.
• A$AP Rocky: The rapper showcased his style with a sheer lace shirt at the 2019 Dior show in Tokyo.
• Shawn Mendes: Mendes wore a completely sheer black shirt to the 2021 Cinderella premiere.
• Ncuti Gatwa: The Doctor Who star turned heads with a fully see-through mesh shirt at Vogue World in London in 2023.
• Manu Rios: Rios paired a mesh Moschino top with leather boots to Cardi B’s Met Gala after party in 2022.
• Lucien Laviscount: The Emily in Paris actor wore a skin-tight, sheer black shirt to a 2023 event.
• Zane Phillips: Phillips wore a black mesh shirt covered in flowers to the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in 2024.
• Kit Connor: The Heartstopper star wore a mesh tank top while playing Romeo in a Broadway revival of Romeo + Juliet.

Why the Sheer Trend?

The increasing popularity of sheer shirts among male celebrities signals a shift in fashion norms and a growing acceptance of vulnerability and self-expression. It’s a departure from the traditionally conservative menswear often seen on red carpets, and a bold statement about confidence and individuality. The trend too reflects a broader cultural conversation about gender fluidity and breaking down traditional boundaries.