Charli XCX made a dramatic statement at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival. She stepped out in a fully sheer Lou de Bétoly look that leaned into gothic, deconstructed glamour. The singer and songwriter, known for pushing stylistic boundaries, attended BIFF wearing a black cardigan and pencil skirt set from Lou de Bétoly’s FW26 RTW collection. The look was highlighted by Check the Tag on Instagram, which confirmed the designer and event details.
Charli XCX’s Lou de Betoly is completely sheer and torn at the seams for BIFF
The ensemble was anything but conventional. According to the designer, it was crafted from 1007 grams of entangled yarn scraps and fastened with crystal buttons. The set appeared deliberately torn and distressed, with threads cascading down from the sleeves and hem. The sheer knit exposed glimpses of her skin beneath, while the elongated, frayed strands created movement with every step she took. The pencil skirt fell below the knee, maintaining a classic silhouette. However, the outfit’s shredded texture and visible seams gave it a raw, almost gothic, undone edge. The cardigan mirrored that same effect, with trailing long fibers that extended past her wrists.
Charli paired the look with pointed black patent heels and no jewellery. She kept the styling minimal to let the intricate textile work and craftsmanship take centre stage. Her long dark hair, worn loose and parted down the middle, added to the moody aesthetic, framing her face and softening the intensity of the outfit. The overall effect felt both romantic and rebellious. It was a mixture of delicacy and destruction.
Lou de Bétoly’s work often explores sustainability and craftsmanship, and this piece reflected that value through its use of yarn scraps and other materials. On the Berlin Film Festival stage, Charli XCX once again depicted her ability to translate avant-garde fashion into a compelling red carpet moment. She embraced a look that was sheer, gothic, and unmistakably bold.
Originally reported by Viha Shah on TheFashionSpot.
