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Last Updated: Feb 6, 2017 - 2:32:04 PM |
Kristin Cavalleri
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Feminine, demure and oh so sexy, lace is designers’ current fabric of
choice. This age old textile has stood the test of time, remaining as
relevant in today’s fashion scene as it was in centuries past. Designer
labels from Givenchy to Alexander McQueen have all incorporated lace in
their upcoming Cruise 2011 collections, making it a hot trend for not
only this fall but into next year as well.
However if you’ve never slipped on a lace piece, the thought of wearing a fabric so inherently boudoir may seem daunting.
Never fear, lace is a classic look and when done right you can be assured you won’t look like a walking doily.
When
wearing lace stick to the rule “less is more.” One lace piece is
sufficient, combining different lace pieces with varying patterns is
overkill. Classic lace pieces come in every style imaginable from simple
dresses, to blouses, skirts and even leggings.
Chanel Lace Sunnies
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If the thought of
slipping on a peek-a-boo lace top makes you break out in a nervous
sweat try a lined lace skirt instead. A lined lace skirt allows you the
feminine flirtiness of wearing lace in a more full coverage piece. Many
lace skirts combine the contrast of black lace with a nude colored
lining or vice versa, making it easy to pair with many solid colored
tops in your wardrobe.
For the busy fashionista, lace is a great
option for its practicality, easily taking you from day to night. A
great lace look can take you from the boardroom to a dinner meeting and
right into cocktail hour.
For your TGIF celebrations this week,
slip on a lace camisole beneath your suit, allowing just a peek to be
revealed under your blazer and shed your blazer for after hour drinks.
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Aside
from choosing the perfect style, lace comes in a variety of colors as
well. Black lace is by far the sexiest and most common hue choice for
your lace ensemble, but avoid going overboard with the black lace for
fear of looking like you just left a funeral.
For a less overtly
sexy look, opt for pastel colored lace. Take an adorable frothy colored
lace baby doll dress and pair with sandals for the duration of summer.
Though our climate changes only slightly for fall, make your lace baby
doll dress fall ready with opaque tights and oxfords for a prim and
proper look.
If prim and proper is not your cup of tea, take a
little of the sweet out of your lace look by pairing it with less
feminine pieces. A menswear inspired blazer or lightweight tailored
leather skirt are great accompaniments to a lace top. Pairing pieces
from opposite ends of the fashion spectrum, feminine and masculine is
almost always complimentary.
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Once you’ve found those perfect quality lace pieces to add to your
wardrobe making sure they last is the key. Caring for lace pieces is
also very important to ensure your clothing stands the test of time.
Lace is designed with so hand washing all your lace pieces is a must.
Tossing your lace pieces into the washer will wear them down very
quickly.
Tyrina Talks Fashion
is your weekly serving of fashion forecasting, trend reporting, figure
analysis and helpful fashion tips and tricks. Email Tyrina with your
fashion questions and photos at tyrinaalicia@hotmail.com. Visit www.primadonasales.com
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