Currently Craving: Leather & Lace
Lace was a major trend on the Spring 2013 runways. It was spotted everywhere from Valentino and Burberry to Elie Saab and Saint Laurent (formerly known as “Yves Saint Laurent”). I love the idea of returning to delicate, feminine dressing. And lace is just the material for this fashion comeback. Like all runway trends, translating an all-lace ensemble to everyday life isn’t exactly realistic for most of us. (Could you imagine showing up to class or your internship clad in an all-lace pantsuit? I didn’t think so.) To work this look into your wardrobe I suggest styling lacy elements with more tailored or masculine pieces, such as a sharp blazer or a relaxed moto jacket. This way you can give a nod to this ultra ladylike trend while providing yourself with some coverage. Plus, I just love the combination of super feminine pieces with masculine items. It creates an interesting contrast and gives an outfit more depth.
In this outfit I styled together a button up lace blouse with one of my favorite Topshop jackets. (By the way, Topshop has a great selection of affordable leather/faux-leather jackets. I believe the top is from Urban Outfitters…) I love the contrast between the tough jacket and the soft lacy blouse and how it’s offset by my deep red manicure. It all ties together and it’s a great go-to outfit for a variety of occasions.
How will you style leather and lace?
For more tips on how to work leather-like pieces into your wardrobe, check out Anna’s post.
XO Lauren
Photo: Christopher Patey for LaurenConrad.com
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i'm obsessed with leather at the moment - i recently bought an amazing real leather skirt which I love. My outfit featured on my style blog today features leather trousers and my new Zara blazer with leather shoulder pads :)
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I love the leather and lace look but am never able to try I because I cant find a store that sells a nice lace top. cant wait to try it out -
https://www.etsy.com/listing/121893151/vintage-button-lace-organza-flower-bobby?ref=pr_shop
Here is 'just a touch' of lace that is affordable! <3 -
Never thought about putting them together, love it!! Check out my blog: http://thechicstreetblog.blogspot.com/ -
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Where can you find affordable, not cheaply made, leather jackets? I've looked everywhere and I still can't find any.
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I have a question, does anyone think it's okay to wear a leather jacket and leather purse, or is it a bit much? -
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I love lace and leather together! It's the perfect combo!
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I have so many leather jackets and love pairing them with lace dresses and heels when I go out. So cute and chic!
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I'm loving leather right now! I really want to get a leather bomber jacket, but it's rarely cold here in Florida, so I bought a leather skirt instead!
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Love this, leather and lace is so chic :D
Off topic, but I actually just launched a VOGUE sunglasses giveaway on my style blog - you can check it out here: http://www.mediamarmalade.com/2013/01/giveaway-vogue-sunglassesshopcouk.html
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I love those nails! That colour is perfect
Love from South Africa
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I love Juxtaposition like lace and leather, the contrast makes neither look like too much- an entire leather suit would look just as bizarre as a lace pants suit, everyone would be asking where your harley was parked lol, not the best idea!
With Love From Hollywood,
Kier
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Love the leather and lace look! It was so hot all through fall, too.
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Looks lovely... don't think i could pull it off though...
xo Emily @ http://www.hungrydelights.com/ -
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Who's copying who, Lauren? :) I did a post on LEATHER AND LACE a few days ago! I absolutely love the feminine and masculine pieces together. Check out my look at Inspirations by Kayla Rae :)
<a href="http://www.inspirationsbykaylarae.blogspot.com/2013/01/edgy-but-girly.html" title="Inspirations by Kayla Rae">Lace and Leather Post</a> -
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