There’s something about lace that is so undeniably romantic. I personally love swanning into the office in a full lace ensemble that makes me look as if I’m en route to my own wedding, when really I just have back-to-back meetings in the calendar.
And this season, lace is having such a moment - spotted on the coolest girls at Copenhagen Fashion Week and a firm favourite with Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner and Olivia Wilde.
And happily, it’s a fabric that you can certainly wear during a stinking hot heatwave. From delicate tops to floaty dresses and skirts, lace is perfectly suited to this heatwave we’re about to have. Plus, it looks absolutely incredible.
Wear your pieces with bare legs and flip flops now and then add in a windbreaker, boxer boots or a soft knit when the temperature inevitably remembers that it lives in Britain.
Because, while we’re firmly in the business of enjoying summer while it lasts, we’re also seasoned enough to know that autumn is always lurking just around the corner.
© Getty ImagesEnter the pieces that bridge the seasons beautifully - pretty enough for blazing sunshine, but with enough versatility to earn their place in your September wardrobe to.
© GC ImagesThink of it as shopping with foresight - from romantic lace separates to dreamy accessories, these are the buys that promise plenty of wear long after the last Aperol of summer has been drunk…
The best lace pieces to buy now...
The Petal Skirt
Fuchsia Shaw
Described as: "The romantic layer you didn't know your wardrobe was missing," I haven't been able to get this lace skirt out of my mind since first clapping eyes on it. I'll be teaming it with Bermuda shorts and a crop top.
Frill-trimmed Lace Blouse
H&M
Perfect fodder to wear to the office - with something underneath that you can slide off when you're ready to slink away to post-work drinks.
Ophelia Lace Mini Dress
Aje
If I was getting married this year, you'd best believe that I'd be picking up this gorgeous dress in the cream version for a pre-wedding event. Pop atop a turtleneck when the mercury starts dipping.
Forever Young Bloomer Pants
Free People
No one does lace separates quite like Free People - and I have these fantastic bloomer pants (in all 9 colour ways) firmly on my wish list. To be teamed with robust leather come Autumn.
Satin Lace Top
Mango
This top is so romantic I want to take it out on a date - and show it a really good time. Would look sensational with micr-shorts and jeans alike.
The Fleur
Cou Cou Intimates
Proving that just a touch of lace can make all the difference - this delicate mini would look so lovely with bare legs, but try wearing on top of capri pants come September.
Grace Skirt
With Jéan
Everything about this brand makes me want to trot to the Riviera and jump on a yacht. This perfect skirt is sheer for summer, but would look incredible paired with jazzy tights later in the year.
Square-Toe Mary Janes (Margot Mary Jane)
Vivaia
A perfectly pretty pair of shoes that would look just as delightful when teamed with a pair of grey socks and a knee-length skirt.
Long-Sleeve Cape Lace Blouse
Anthropologie
This gorgeous blouse offers a heady dose of bohemian spirit into your summer wardrobe, and when it comes to lace - I say more is more, so team with lace bottoms and you're good to go.
Port Lace Shoulder Bag
Gohar World
Because your accessories deserve a touch of romance too! Plus this plentiful tote is spacious enough to fit a laptop, makeup bag plus lots of snacks.
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