It's the trend that dared to bare and won. Sheer fashion remains a statement to make in spring / summer 2013, and our guide takes you through all the looks, from the subtle to the sexual, from the monochromatic to the colourful. Read on to find out all you need to know.

Take inspiration from the playful side of the '60s in bold prints, bright colours and short a-line hems. This spring the evolution of the mod revival continues.

Girly, sweet and very much vintage inspired: Diane Kruger covers the April 2013 issue of Flare Canada wearing a floral dress, Louis Vuitton bow headband, and metallic Chanel bag.

The Louis Vuitton fall 2013 show had just as much buzz off the runway as on, particularly with all the models and celebrities (Kate Moss included) ducking out the backstage exit. Rumoured couple Jefferson Hack and Tati Cotilar (who was still in the slicked under-wig hair and runway makeup) made a stylish yet understated exit: Hack proving that stripes for men this year can cover…

View all the photos of the beauty & make-up at the Louis Vuitton autumn (fall) / winter 2013 showing at Paris fashion week. Read the article to see the full gallery.

View all the detailed photos of the Louis Vuitton autumn (fall) / winter 2013 showing at Paris fashion week. Read the article to see the full gallery.

View all the photos of the beauty & make-up at the Louis Vuitton autumn (fall) / winter 2013 showing at Paris fashion week. Read the article to see the full gallery.

View all the photos from backstage at the Louis Vuitton autumn (fall) / winter 2013 showing at Paris fashion week. Read the article to see the full gallery.

View all the detailed photos of the Louis Vuitton autumn (fall) / winter 2013 showing at Paris fashion week. Read the article to see the full gallery.

Fittingly decked out in the brand’s spring checks, Elena Perminova was one of the stylish guests at the Louis Vuitton fall 2013 show in Paris today. Always a favourite for photographers, this shot was taken as she posed post-show outside the venue.