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There’s one type of dress that’s as versatile as it is historical — the lace dress. These floaty frocks date back to the seventeenth century, when lace was a symbol of wealth, sometimes even being the most expensive part of an entire outfit. While that’s not necessarily the case today, the best lace dresses have retained their class, making for timeless year-round dressing options, especially with layering come the fall and winter.
Recently, lace dresses have made a comeback, with designers sending them down runways and shoppers everywhere sporting them on sidewalks in major cities. High fashion iterations were seen on spring 2023 runways at Dion Lee and Christopher Kane to fall runways like Mugler and Anna Sui. Fashion tastemakers like Alexa Chung and Chriselle Lim have been spotted in the lace dresses on the streets during fashion week. But it’s not just for models and celebrities; everyone can wear lace dresses.
There are plenty of lace dresses for a variety of occasions; perhaps a slip dress for a garden party or a sophisticated pick for wedding guest attire? Though lacy dresses may read bridal to some, rest assured that you can find a slew of styles in different colorways and cuts to suit your aesthetic.
We consulted with Sarah Edmiston, part of the celebrity stylist duo Zadrian and Sarah, to narrow down a list of the 20 best lace dresses to wear this fall. From delicate, dreamy maxi lace dresses to short, structured options, there’s a lace dress for you.
Top Lace Dresses of 2023
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