Three Ways to Wear Lace (Without Looking Like a Teenager)

Think the lace trend is just for teens? So did I. But today’s post is going to prove us both wrong.

Last week I was out doing some spring/summer shopping for my 16 year old daughter Aubrey when I noticed that the juniors’ department was overflowing with lace everything. Tees, tanks, shorts, dresses, you name it. There was lace everywhere. I thought to myself, “cute trend, but I can’t pull that off”.

Then I strolled over to the “age-appropriate for Alison” section (it’s really a thing) and saw a few cute lace and eyelet pieces there too. Immediately my mind started piecing together outfit scenarios and I realized that I really can pull it off and so can you!

Here are three totally mom-appropriate ways to wear lace. (P.S. Aubrey approves!)

1. Lace T-shirt + Boyfriend Jeans + Sandals

Throw on some layered gold necklaces and grab a pretty crocheted tote to finish this outfit.

[Lace T-Shirt/Boyfriend Jeans/Tote Bag/Necklace/Sandals]

Change It Up: Add nude heels and pearl accessories to take it up a notch for date night.

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2. Eyelet Top + Bright Pants + Wedges

Lace’s cousin eyelet is every bit as pretty. Tie this look together with a fun statement necklace and some wedges with a printed heel.

[Eyelet Top/Statement Necklace/Bright Pants/Wedges]

Change It Up: Get double duty out of your eyelet top by pairing it with some printed shorts for an easy breezy summer look.

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3. Lace Shorts + Fitted Tee + Sandals

This updated nautical look stars lace shorts paired with a fitted tee and sea-worthy accessories.

[Striped Tee/Tote Bag/Eyelet Shorts/Gold Sandals/Hoop Earrings]

Change It Up: Tie up a soft chambray shirt and add neutral wedges and accessories.

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It’s Your Turn: How will you be wearing lace this spring and summer? Share your styling tips in the comments.

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