Lace took centre stage this season 2025, but not in the way you remember it. Aimee Yan gives you tips for styling lacey looks
At Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026, lace quietly redefined itself. It appeared in unexpected layers, subtle trims, and transparencies. From Prada’s deconstructed lace slips to Fendi’s fluid organza dresses, lace has been proved that can be sensual without being showy.
For those who want to bring this runway romance into real life, here’s how to wear lace in 2025, from the smallest detail to the boldest statements.
Start with details
Take a cue from amapiano star Tyla, who made headlines for pairing a simple white tank with a peek of lace bralette underneath. The look was effortless, a quiet nod to femininity without leaning into costume. For beginners, this is the easiest way to start: layer lace under everyday basics. You don’t need to buy something new, just rediscover your lace lingerie. Wear it beneath a semi-sheer top, and let just a trace show.
For another take, look at Twice’s Mina, who wore black lace shorts under a polka-dot skirt, a clever mix of cool and sweet. It’s subtle, but it shifts the whole attitude of an outfit, turning something playful into something stylishly complex. Or take reference from Kendall Jenner with a classic pair of lace tights from Calzedonia, an intimate wear brand that exudes feminine energy and timeless class.
Choose a transitional piece
If lace feels intimidating, follow Blackpink’s Jennie, whose blue-and-brown cropped top blended lace and silk straps in a surprisingly wearable way. The shirt from Collina Strada mix of materials gave the piece a grounded luxury, soft yet structured. This kind of hybrid piece bridges the gap between casual and elegant. Pair it with Era’s jeans, tailored trousers, or even under a blazer; it’s versatile, confident, and completely modern.
Keep it low-key
For those ready to try more lace, look to Yoonchae of Katseye, whose high-neck lace dress balanced transparency with restraint. The sheer top met a silk puffed skirt, creating an impression of mystery rather than exposure. No need for statement accessories, the fabric already does the talking.
Similarly, Lily-Rose Depp gave the lace dress a romantic update with ruffles tracing the waist and thigh. The silhouette was simple, but the texture gave it life and proof that lace can be sensual without sparkle or volume. Think of it as quiet confidence in fabric form.
Own the statement
Then there are those who wear lace as a declaration. Lisa turned heads at Louis Vuitton’s after party in Paris Fashion Week in a black lace gown layered over lingerie, redefining power dressing with sheer confidence. Meanwhile, Sabrina Carpenter lit up the VMAs in a crimson Valentino silk-and-lace ensemble and feathered scarf, fitted bodice, unapologetic glamour.
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