Chiffon, a sheer silk fabric, is this season's hottest trend. Cool on the skin and soft to the touch, chiffon can be both elegant and a tad risqué. Chiffon's lightweight texture conveys a clean, innocent look- but you get to decide whether you are going to be naughty or nice. Tucked, draped, cinched, or ruffled, chiffon conforms to your shape. It compliments the figure because it is a flattering fit, and it does not cling excessively.

Chiffon garments from saris, sundresses or even formal wedding attire can add glamour or be toned down from dawn to dusk. After months of layering for the cold season, Chiffon is the perfect fabric to showcase that body you have worked on all winter (remember those days at the gym when you did that extra ten minutes on the treadmill because you knew bathing suit season would be here before you knew it?). Well nothing compliments your figure at those pool parties like a chiffon sarong wrap.

Chiffon gives its wearer an opportunity to experiment with separates to create their own unique style. The fabric's pure functionality coupled with its ease of use results in a multipurpose versatility that few textiles can match. A diaphanous flowing chiffon dress in pastel shades will not only make you look sexy, but it will feel comfortable against your body on those long, hot, humid summer months. Pairing separates like a ruffled chiffon skirt with a simple cotton sleeveless blouse can assure an aura of femininity without giving the appearance that one is trying too hard. Need something edgier? Try pairing a plunging neckline chiffon halter top with satin pants; pair these with open-toe heels and you are all set to dance away the night (ladies do not forget that all important pedicure). 

Put away that little black dress because this summer it is all about bright and bold colors. Do not be afraid to wear chiffon in kiwi, papaya, and berry. Wear chiffon to the beach, to lunch, and yes, even to a formal dinner. Keep cool and look hot with chiffon - it is definitely a must have this season. 

Christine Preetha Philip, is the Designer of ChuChu Couture.