When thinking of winter dressing, it’s all chunky knits, heavy wool coats and buttery leathers. Items, and fabrics, that wrap us up cosily against the increasing chill. But this season, there’s a lighter material quietly stealing the spotlight: lace. The same delicate textile that dominated our summer wardrobes in the form of sheer skirts, cami tops and slip dresses is refusing to pack away with the warm weather. Instead, it’s shapeshifted into darker tones, easy to layer items, and evening-ready pieces that prove the ornate fabric isn't solely for summer.
Just take a look at the Autumn/Winter 25 catwalks, where lace stood strong in its classic boho territory at Zimmermann and Chloé, with sweeping ankle-length dresses and silk-trimmed wraps. But, the fabric also found its way into plenty of other areas, proving the it's much more versatile than you may have first imagined.
