This season’s crop of lightweight chiffons and sheers are flirty, flattering and supremely feminine. Gossamer fabrics and tiers of ruffles add an ethereal touch for day or night.

Alice + Olivia purple- and-white belted chiffon V-neck dress, $328. Ruby Boutique, The MIX Shops, 480.947.0888.
Ya-Ya Aflalo fuchsia-and-purple cat-eye-print halter dress, $550. Amy Inc., The MIX Shops, 480.425.1424.
3.1 Phillip Lim yellow pleated chiffon dress, $795. Badgley Mischka white-and-gold earrings with turquoise gems, $185. Badgley Mischka gold-and-white beaded cuff, $595. All Neiman Marcus.
Marchesa black-and-white chiffon strapless gown, $1,045. Valentino patent peep-toe pumps with bows, $695. Both Saks Fifth Avenue.
Escada red-and-white sleeveless blouse with ruffled neckline, $898. Saks Fifth Avenue.
Robert Rodriguez sage green strapless dress with rose detail, $425. Estilo Boutique, 480.664.0365.