Why Lace Is The Coolest Layer Right Now

How to style lace layers.

POSTED BY GRETCHEN DEUTSCH

With the rise of lingerie as outerwear, lace details have been at the forefront of my fashion inspiration. The coolest looks I’ve seen recently have all included a layer of lace, and people are seriously getting creative with the delicate fabric. I never thought it would be acceptable to wear a lace maxi dress over long pants, and, somehow, it is one of the chicest outfits I can think of. 

 

 

The bohemian-vintage detail gives streetwear a softer, more feminine vibe, and the style possibilities are endless. From wrapping a lace scarf around our hips to layering a lace slip dress over jeans–then throwing on a t-shirt on top of that–lace proves that an outfit can be just as cool and effortless as it is romantic. 

 

 

The underwear as outerwear look is taking over, and lace camis are stepping out of the bedroom and into real-life wardrobes. The best part is that these details persist through Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter wardrobes. In the warmer months, the simple slip dress over denim is a trusty go-to, but in the cold, all we have to do is add a sweater, and the outfit’s effect stays exactly the same.

Once considered too delicate for daily wear, lace has become one of the most versatile tools in modern styling. Worn boldly and layered without rules, it balances softness with edge—proving that romance and streetwear can, in fact, coexist.

My FizzyPicks are serving all the lace layers you need to make this trend your own.

Black lace capri leggings set with elastic waist and ruffled hem, paired with a matching lace top.

ZARA
Lace Capri Leggings
$39.90

 

Brown long-sleeve blouse and black asymmetrical semi-sheer lace midi skirt set.

ZARA
Asymmetrical Lace Midi Skirt
$79.90

 

Kimchi Blue Aura Sheer Lace Flare Pant

URBAN OUTFITTERS
Kimchi Blue Aura Sheer Lace Flare Pant
$49

 

Out From Under Lace Headscarf

URBAN OUTFITTERS
Out From Under Lace Headscarf
$15

 

LOVERS AND FRIENDS
x Maggie MacDonald Millie Sheer Maxi Dress
$188

 

MAISON ESSENTIELE
Lace Maxi
$270

 

Swedish Stockings Rosa Lace Tights, zoom image 0

REFORMATION
Swedish Stockings Rosa Lace Tights
$59

 

Lilu Top, zoom image 0

REFORMATION
Lilu Top
$148

 

Fern Satin Short, zoom image 0

REFORMATION
Fern Satin Short
$148

 

Lace Trim Silk Shorts

INTIMISSIMI
Lace Trim Silk Shorts
$65

 

Elana Dress, zoom image 1

REFORMATION
Elana Dress
$298

 

WILMA WHITE LACE TUNIC TOP – DISSH

DISSH
Wilma Sleeveless Lace Tunic
$159

 

SUITE SATIN DRESS | Aritzia

ARITZIA
Suite Satin Dress
$138

 

ASOS
Lace Hem Satin Cami Top
$49.99

 

SCALLOP LACE WRAP SKIRT_2COLOR

OUEL
Scallop Lace Wrap Skirt
$70

 

Lacey Essential Tunic

FREE PEOPLE
Lacey Essential Tunic
$58

 

Meena Midi Off-the-Shoulder Dress

FREE PEOPLE
Meena Midi Off-the-Shoulder Dress
$168

 

MORE TO COME
Avia Tie Bodysuit
$58

 

Saint Top | White

WITH JÉAN
Saint Top
$139

 

PROD 2024-2 Apricot-blue / XS / In-stock Lace color-block tulle Dress /Apricot-blue

PROD
Lace Color-Block Tulle Dress
$219

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