Lace is a big trend for 2011 Fall/Winter, especially with the sultry black lace, which oozes a vibe of sexiness and seductiveness. I love how, with black lace, just a little bit of it would spice up the entire look. It seems like all the designers have the same idea for this season as well, so here are a few pieces that you could try for some sassy hot looks in the hopefully soon-to-be cool weather!
Shirt
Making shirts with lace just give a whole new spin to your wardrobe’s staple, so Anne Fontaine and Zeuz decided to come up with pieces that will turn heads at work. These items on its own are already rather feminine looking, so it would go better when paired with a pair of pants to play down the look, as well as putting the lace top in the limelight.
Dress
Seed Heritage and Oscar de la Renta decided to do something different and use white lace instead, which is pretty much the exact opposite of its black counterpart, but equally flattering. The magic with it is just a dab of white lace can turn the look entirely pure and angelic. When incorporated this into a dress, it could be as casual as Seed Heritage’s take, or as formal as Oscar de la Renta’s prom-looking dress.
S.Nine and Bottega Veneta created some slinky cocktail dresses for your endless round of Christmas balls! Made of quality black lace, it is as mysterious looking as it is attractive. Now all you need to do is stay away from Velcro and rough surfaces for the evening.
Jacket
Hong Kong has rather tame winters, so it doesn’t exactly calls for down jackets. The lace trench coat from Anne Fontaine and the layered jacket from Valentino would be sufficient for keep warm and not bulk up. Lace is usually thought of for small pieces, so it was rather surprising to see it made as a coat, but when I tried it on, I must say, the effect was much better than I anticipated.
Cardigan
Eric Bompard is famous for turning your usual functional but dowdy-looking cashmere garments into an airy modern look, provide warmth without the bulk. This cashmere/lace vest is warm yet seductive, making you will be the centre of attention. Opting for something more practical? Get this cashmere jumper with lace attached on both shoulders. It reminds me of a H&M shirt back in summer, except this one is made of cashmere, which will last through the Hong Kong winter (or air condition, which is probably colder).
Shopping List
Anne Fontaine: Shop 2096, Elements, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon.
Bottega Veneta: Shop 311, L3, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Central.
Eric Bompard: Shop 214, L2, K11 Shopping Mall, 214 Hanoi Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.
Oscar de la Renta: Available from Joyce Boutique at G/F New World Tower, 16-18 Queen’s Road Central, Central.
Seed Heritage: Shop G109, The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay.
S.Nine: 17/F, 37 Hollywood Road, Central.
Valentino: Shop 2070, L2, IFC Mall, 8 Finance Street, Central.
Zeuz: Online shop with offices at Room 1703-1704 Sino Favour Centre, 1 On Yip Street, Chai Wan.