How to choose lace dresses for everyday style
Sweet, feminine and romantic, lace dresses have been a popular choice for centuries. Of course, some are best kept for fancy, formal events – but others can be worn in your normal day-to-day life, too. If you're new to lace, don't go for the all-over look. Try, for example, a denim dress with a lace trim, or a simple frock with lace sleeves. Think carefully about colour. The two most classic choices here are black and white, but you'll need to take care: black lace can look rather severe, while white can wash you out if you're pale. Other shades, like cream, light blue, or soft pink, can be more forgiving, especially if you opt for contrasting accessories.
Women's lace dresses for special occasions
A lace gown is a classic choice for a wedding – just make sure you don't outshine the bride! For a special event, avoid high-necked or loosely-fitting lace, which can be a bit fussy. If you're heading out for the evening, lace body-con dresses are one of the sexiest styles you can choose. With lace dresses, look for a fabric with a bit of stretch to it; this ensures it will fit comfortably. Go for an eye-catching colour. Here, red-hot crimson is a popular choice to draw the eye. If you dare, electric blue or bright yellow can make sexy alternatives. Lace evening dresses are ideal if you want to give the impression of flashing your skin, without actually showing too much; this makes them great if you're shy about your body, but you still want to sizzle!
Accessorising your dress
Dresses scream femininity, so choose edgy accessories to keep your look interesting. A denim jacket looks great over a cute, flirty lace dress; if you really want to mix things up, you can add ankle boots in a tough style. Of course, you could also go the other way and embrace the feminine look. A long, romantic lace dress is ideal for the summer. Wear it with a simple pair of sandals and, if the weather permits, a broad-brimmed hat. In winter, a short lace dress looks good with tights in a contrasting colour. In fact, this is one of the best opportunities to experiment with fun, brightly coloured tights that will really pop against the soft fabric of your lace dresses.
