What do weddings, date nights and bed-time all have in common? You can wear a lace slip dress to any and fit right in. Though the lace slip dress really comes into its own during party season, this wardrobe staple has seen us through more than one wedding and even on the odd occasion, styled with modest layers in the office.
We’re not the first to fawn over this style, celebrities have been opting for the elevated-slip for many years, choosing the style to see them through red carpet events, and Fashion Week showings time after time.
Alexa Chung wears a Rodarte lace slip dress at the Rodarte AW23 runway show in New York. The souped up take on the classic silky slip was most recently pioneered by brands such as SIR the Label and Rodarte, who explored swapping cut-outs for lace inserts and sparking a trend during the process. Since then we’ve seen our high-street favourites catch on, experimenting with colours and lace placements, and offering the in-demand garment at various price points.
Kate Moss wore a Fendi lace slip dress to the 2023 Met Gala. With so many iterations on the market, you can find a lace slip dress with thick or thin straps; dresses that are more lace than slip; and other styles with subtle lace trims, quietly framing the piece. Our only styling tip is to mind your underwear choice. The fine fabric naturally skims the body, and will pick up on an underwear line, so opt for seamless style.
In terms of styling, take your cue from the street style set, who dress the style down with trainers, and up with a kitten heel. As we move into autumn, keep a cardigan or chunky knit in tow and pull out your knee high boots. For accessories, we find that the lace neck-line stands strongly on its own, but also looks elegant with a necklace or two. We would, however, suggest that you dip into your earring collection and choose a style that leans on the statement-making side. Whether you’ve got a wedding lined up, or are looking for a fail-safe date-night option, read on to shop our favourite lace slip dresses, from high-street to high-end.
Sir’s lace slip dresses are as good as they come.
Rodarte offers a myriad of lace slip dress options.
Reformation’s floor-length dress is perfect for a special occasion.
Composed of perfectly soft silk, this ivory dress looks darling with Mary Janes or ballet flats.
Rixo’s size range spans size 6 – 20.
This slip dress features a waist tie for a flattering shape.
So easy to style.
Sling over a jumper on cooler days.
This asymmetric style is bold take on the classic slip.
Style this dress with a jumper on top in cooler weather.
An easy summer-ready style.
This lingerie inspired design is crafted from luxurious silk-satin.
