# See-Through Sack Dresses Stella McCartney's Spring/Summer 2013 Pieces Hang Loosely By Jordy E | Published 2012-10-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stella-mccartney-springsummer-2013 References: [mode.newslicious.net](http://mode.newslicious.net/2012/10/paris-fashion-week-stella-mccartney.html) & [stellamccartney](http://www.stellamccartney.com/default/) Stella McCartney's [Spring/Summer 2013 collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein) was presented at none other than Paris' Fashion Week. The assortment of orange, green and blue-hued dresses hung loosely on the models, resembling the styles of [oversize sack-like frocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-back-shift-dress). Slits of delicate transparent fabric ran through the McCartney jumpers and floor-length pieces, largely in line with the coming season's preference for [cut-outs and sheer see-through apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025). Loose belts tied many of the ensembles together almost effortlessly. This no-nonsense approach to fashion favors comfort and sensibility above all else. While related labels have chosen to incorporate revealing slits and skintight pieces, McCartney's Spring/Summer 2013 line has kept it simple and even homely, qualities that are often desired yet rarely found, especially not during the Paris Fashion Week event. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Transparent Apparel:** Fashion brands can explore the trend of incorporating transparent fabrics in their designs for a modern and edgy look. - **Comfortable Fashion:** Opportunities exist for brands to focus on creating more comfortable and sensible clothing options that prioritize comfort without compromising style. - **Homely Elegance:** Brands can tap into the desire for simple, homely elegance by offering stylish yet comfortable clothing options that are in line with McCartney's Spring/Summer 2013 collection. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** The fashion design industry can explore the trend of transparent apparel to create innovative and cutting-edge designs. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Textile manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of transparent fabrics by creating and supplying materials that meet the demand for see-through apparel. - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can offer comfortable and homely yet elegant clothing options to cater to the growing demand for sensible and stylish apparel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md) - [Understated Spring-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein.md) - [Transitional Spring Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splendid-srping-2025.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md) - [Fashionable Technical Sportswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stella-mccartneys-2024.md) - [Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-5.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Transitional Wardrobe Range](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mm6-maison-margiela-prefall.md)