Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Fashion Focus: Battenburg Lace

What is Battenburg lace? Perhaps the most readily accessible type of lace today - Battenburg has had many names including Renaissance lace and mezzo punto. Easily recognizable, this lace is sturdy and manufactured on a large scale. It is frequently seen in tablecloths and bridal gowns.
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Want to look ultra feminine? Incorporate Battenburg and other lace qualities into your wardrobe just like we did:

Lace dress: American Rag @ Macy's
Slouchy cardi: Forever21
Over the knee socks: Forever21
Leather combat boots: Aldo


AE girls sporting Ultra fem outfits (from left to right)
Lace belted tunic: Forever21
Lace embroidered skirt: Forever21


Looking for Battenburg of your own - try these options:

Bird by Juicy Couture  

Battenburg Lace Dress

Battenberg Lace Top

Straight from the NY Fashion Week - Oscar De La Renta Battenburg Lace Top