5 Ways to Style a Lace Camisole

5 Ways to Style a Lace Camisole

Lace might seem like a summer or evening fabric, but it's making a power play for fall. From lace-trimmed blouses under a blazer to a full lace skirt paired with combat boots, fashion insiders are reimagining the ultra-feminine material for cool weather, balancing its delicate texture with edge and practicality. This season, lace camisoles are the newest addition to the mix. In place of the silk and satin styles we're used to seeing, fresh cotton iterations are redefining the silhouette with intricate details like ruffled lace trims, symmetrical pleating, and tiny buttons that feel distinctly French.

Just like the rugby polo that's quietly become this season's It-top, a lace cami is the perfect layering piece to add a subtle feminine detail to any cold-weather outfit. You can keep the camisole the same color as your top or dress for a monochromatic look, or go for a lighter lace tone to create contrast and break up richer Fall shades.

Another great way to wear a lace cami is by layering it over flowy pants or jeans. The longer hemline peeking out adds interest to casual wardrobe staples, creating the illusion of a mini skirt for a look that's equal parts chic and sexy. Melbourne stylist and Mamamia contributor Emelia Morris recently sported this exact styling trick with her Zara cami dress, showing off five ways to style the trend-driven piece spanning both dressy and casual looks.

The secret to pairing lace with more practical pieces boils down to one simple rule: contrast. Because lace has such a romantic, ethereal quality, pairing it with opposing textures, silhouettes, or styles helps modernize the look and make it more wearable for everyday. That's why it's so refreshing to see fashion insiders pairing a lace cami with everything from relaxed denim and a pair of sneakers to vintage-wash jeans and a boxy leather jacket. Ahead, I've rounded up some of my favorite lace camisoles to shop now, including ones from Reformation and Old Navy.

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