5 Ways To Stylishly Wear Lace To Work
So you’ve stocked your closet full of lace, but now that it’s time to actually put them on, you can’t figure out how to make them look office-appropriate. Don’t fret, let us show you how with these top tips and tricks.
- Choose Light or Neutral Colours
If you want to keep your look more casual and conjure up a more innocent vibe, neutral coloured lace for example white and beige will do the trick.
Polyester lace dress by Vila, $70.55, ASOS 2. Go For "Big" Lace
There are many different types of lace, classified by how they are made. One of the lace motifs with the least “boudoir” integrity would be macramé lace. It’s a form of textile-making using knotting rather than weaving or knitting, which results in it being coarser with big lace pieces.
White guipure lace dress by Self-Portrait, $464, Net-A-Porter
3. Layer Something Over It
If you prefer light delicate laces, try layering a knitted tunic over it. The lace-edged hem of a dress peeking out will lend the perfect touch of femininity to your outfit.
Polyester dress by Vila, $61.70, ASOS 4. Pair With A Masculine Outerwear
Masculine cuts will help to “neutralise” the sexiness of lace pieces. Work a blazer or a draped vest over your ensemble and you are good to go! You can also try pairing lace top with pants instead of a skirt to look more sharp and polished.
Polyester drape waistcoat, $109, Zara 5. Tone Down Your Shoes
If you are going for a “busy” head-to-toe lace look in the form of a lace dress, keep the design of your shoes clean and minimal. You can also keep the heel height lower to make it more office friendly.
If you are still not convinced, you might want to test the waters on a day where you have no major meetings scheduled. If you feel overexposed, just dial back the degree of skin exposure by throwing on a blazer. Have fun!
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