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How to choose the perfect lace wedding dress
Everything you need to know about this beautiful fabric
Lace has signified love and romance for hundreds of years. Despite this, a lace wedding dress is still the most popular choice for modern brides. It has a universal appeal because it suits every design style, from cutting-edge and contemporary to the ultimate princess fairytale. It can also be as light as a feather, sweeping and dramatic, soft and moveable or even 3D.
Finding your dream lace wedding dress
So, where do you start? Before you hit the shops, take a moment to think about how you want to look on your big day. If you love a classic romantic feel consider sheer, dainty Chantilly or Alençon lace for its intricate floral designs.
If you lean towards a more contemporary look, then explore dresses with bold geometric patterns or illusion lace panels that flatter the figure and add a dash of sex appeal. Boho brides will love relaxed knitted lace that hugs curves and moves as they do, while princess brides should look for eye-catching, sequin-embellished styles.
6 of the best lace wedding dresses
To show you just how versatile lace is, we’ve picked six different designs below. There really is something for everyone, from dramatic head-to-toe lace and oversized florals to delicate Chantilly and understated matte varieties. If you weren’t a lace-lover before we promise you soon will be…
The look: Timeless & Traditional

The lace: Embroidered, Chantilly & eyelash
Let’s start with a classic lace style from the queen of timeless sophistication, Anna Sorrano. Camina, a graceful mermaid covered in floral Chantilly, is perfect for an elegant manor house setting and the ideal way to do understated lace. Here, the embroidered flowers overlap the neckline, adding a beautiful softness and also surround the hem of the flared skirt, finished with delicate eyelash edging. It’s a subtle approach that doesn’t overpower the look and lets natural beauty shine.
The look: Contemporary Simplicity

The lace: Matte, embroidered lace
Alternatively, you can choose something even more simple, while still enjoying the beauty of lace. Miavalenca always does things differently, as you can see by the way the designer uses lace. Here a minimal crepe skirt is elevated by a modern bodice with square neckline and low scooped back, all decorated with embroidered matte lace. The lace is also used to accentuate the hips and decorate the contemporary straps. The matt effect makes this lace ideal for fashion conscious, modern brides looking for a catwalk-worthy finish.
The look: Modern Classic

The lace: Embroidered, beaded lace
If you thought lace was only for traditionalists, think again. This design offers the best of both worlds, with its ‘classic meets modern’ feel. Erin’s stylish off-the-shoulder bodice features beautiful florals on a sheer background, which gives the lace a contemporary twist. This is then paired with a sleek Mikado skirt. It’s the perfect look for brides who want just a touch of lace rather than top-to-toe.
The look: True Romance

The lace: 3D appliqués and embroidered lace
This is one for the lace lovers who want to go all out. Opulent Sofie by Aaliyah Quinn features all-over embroidery combined with showstopping 3D appliqués for a look that’s straight from a fairytale. There are also on-trend details, such as the low scooped neckline and embellished spaghetti straps, to give it a contemporary edge.
The look: Statement Bohemian

The lace: Stretch all-over lace with eyelash edging
Lace and boho are a match made in heaven. However, when you picture boho lace it tends to be on floaty tulle or seductively draped. Here,
Heidi Hudson’s Cove design gives you an another option. Made from all-over knitted lace with a soft stretch, this design hugs the figure while still allowing you to move and dance freely. It then ends in a gently flowing train. The dainty eyelash edging adds a boho softness, while the sexy keyhole back is the perfect finishing touch.
The look: High Fashion

The lace: Embroidered, Chantilly and illusion
Lastly, lace may be hundreds of years old but it’s still a high fashion favourite. Miami shows what a talented designer like Aaliyah Quinn can do with modern lace. This fitted sheath has a sheer bodice covered with intricate embroidered lace with exposed boning and a statement plunging neckline. Layers of luxurious Chantilly run through the gown while the sheer sleeves highlight the beautiful detailing. The dress finishes in a magnificent petal-shaped train, decorated with oversized embroidered flowers embellished with sparkling beads. This really is the way to showcase 21st Century lace in all its glory!
So, are you in love with lace yet?
We hope so. It really is the perfect bridal fabric whether you’re looking for simple chic or full-on frills. However, if you haven’t found your dream lace wedding dress above, don’t worry. Simply drop into your nearest store and we guarantee our bridal experts can help you find the perfect design, whatever your lace style!
Click here to find your dream lace wedding dress, then try on your favourites at your nearest wed2b store. Here’s what to expect when you visit, too. Lastly, for more inspiration, check out our Instagram, Facebook or TikTok accounts.
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