If it isn't obvious by now, I am absolutely in love with anything that "screams femininity". One of my favorite textiles has to be lace. It seems that lace always finds it's way into every season, and the way the fashion industry has transformed this once "bridal fabric" amazes me: lace can showcase your most lady-like side with an ethereal style dress, or you can mix hard and soft by pairing a lace dress with a leather jacket! As StyleCaster.com summarizes Spring 2011 trends, "...it's all about the luxe, but also keep an eye out for the whimsical and playful..."
Shopbop has some awesome lace pieces, and their styling shows just how flexible this fabric can be. I picked out 6 of my favorite to show you, and if you can see, the background of this lace inspiration board is my newest textile design! Created in Adobe Illustrator, I used the pen tool and created a "lace" design to repeat, with a detailed scalloped edge!
1. Alice + Olivia, Lace Back Halter, $275
2. Lover, Tilly Lace Top, $440
3. Nanette Lepore, Amore Mio Lace Sheath Dress, $278.60
4. LaROK LUXE, Lace Mace Dress, $398
5. Beyond Vintage, Embroidered Lace Blouse, $297
