Last season, naked dresses became both a fashion trend and a political statement: it was a declaration of freedom that challenged not only indiscreet gazes on the street, but also social media platforms that censor nipples.Christian Vierig (Getty Images)Outside the Alaïa show during Paris haute couture week, it became clear that the style will remain. Pieter Muller, the house’s creative director, is one of the minds behind the trend, which is part of the essence of the house founded by Azzedine Alaïa, who frequently turned to transparent fabrics, body-hugging fits and veiled presentations of the female body.Christian Vierig (Getty Images)One of the stars invited to the show, British singer Rita Ora, showed off a naked dress made of floral mesh.Christian Vierig (Getty Images)French actress Rebecca Dayan, who played the jewelry designer Elsa Peretti in the 'Halston' biopic, appeared in a lilac naked dress.Edward Berthelot (Getty Images)Argentine model Mica Argañaraz wore a white mesh dress that emphasized her silhouette.Edward Berthelot (Getty Images)Filipino singer and actress Heart Evangelist opted for a mesh skirt combined with a black leather jacket, one of the favorite materials of the Alaïa founder.Christian Vierig (Getty Images)The geometric shape of Alaïa’s knits make the garments stand out, as in the case of this influencer and model, who also donned one of the house’s recognizable corset belts.Edward Berthelot (Getty Images)
