Lace Wedding Dresses You Can Rock Like Royalty
If you’ve missed the rebirth of the chic lace wedding dress trend, you must have been under a rock. When Kate Middleton first stepped out in her lace wedding dress which featured…wait for it…SLEEVES, the world seemed to stop spinning for a moment. After lace wedding dresses took a huge hit post 80′s, the ornamental textile has burst onto the scene in full force looking fiercer than ever. While the lace wedding dress trend may not be for everyone, there are ways to rock it like a royal without being adorned from head to toe. Whether you’re getting married indoors, outdoors, in a house of worship or by the sea, there are plenty of possibilities when it comes to incorporating the lace trend –and I’m here to help navigate the gorgeous waters. Below you’ll find that we’ve curated gorgeous options from wedding rehearsal dresses to stunning wedding dresses from a few of the world’s best and brightest bridal designers. Let us know if you see any that would truly make you feel like royalty! If you see one that you love, we’ve made it easy and provided links to purchase each dress online…like your very own celebrity stylist experience! Note: Prices + sizes are not guaranteed so it’s recommend to scoop up what you love before it’s gone!
Pre-Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Lace Dress Options
Keepsake – Almost Over Mini Dress in Cream/Lace
This fit and flare style dress is a great option for a rehearsal dinner. Incorporating lace in the sleeves ties in a bridal theme while still being a party dress.
Keepsake – Almost Over Mini Dress in Cream/Lace
Aidan Mattox Sleeveless Lace-Overlay Dress
This adorable dress with illusion neckline incorporates a lace overlay and is perfect for a Spring or Summer wedding. Wear it for your wedding rehearsal dinner or even a reception dress option.
Aidan Mattox Sleeveless Lace-Overlay Dress
Aidan Mattox Sleeveless Lace-Overlay Dress
MM Couture by Miss Me Open-Back Lace Dress
This fun and flirty short dress is definitely one that brings the heat. While not a traditional option for a rehearsal dinner, if your wedding has a party atmosphere in the islands or even a Miami-style wedding, this dress is a go-to.
MM Couture by Miss Me Open-Back Lace Dress
MM Couture by Miss Me Open-Back Lace Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier Cap-Sleeve Lace Sheath Cocktail Dress
Timeless, elegant and figure flattering, this gorgeous lace sheath dress will have you turning heads while still providing coverage.
ML Monique Lhuillier Cap-Sleeve Lace Sheath Cocktail Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier Cap-Sleeve Lace Sheath Cocktail Dress
Lace Wedding Dress Options
Ann Taylor Off-the-Shoulder Lace Wedding Dress
This timeless beauty is the epitome perfection for an outdoor wedding. The fit and flare style adds a unique twist with its sweep skirt and incorporates a timeless lace style with a fresh modern design.
Ann Taylor Off-the-Shoulder Lace Wedding Dress
Ann Taylor Off-the-Shoulder Lace Wedding Dress
LOVER Mia Eternity lace and silk gown
This super sexy halter style lace wedding gown offers a keyhole in the front and hugs your curves. Perfect for a beach wedding, this style lends itself perfectly to a celeb-studded royal wedding on a gorgeous beach at sunset.
LOVER Mia Eternity lace and silk gown
LOVER Mia Eternity lace and silk gown-back
MARCHESA Embellished lace and tulle gown
This modern and sexy wedding dress leaves much to the imagination, but offers a figure-hugging silhouette for your walk down the aisle. Gorgeous lace graces from the top of the dress to the fishtail while breaking it up with voluminous tulle.
MARCHESA Embellished lace and tulle gown-front
MARCHESA Embellished lace and tulle gown-back
Vera Wang Dress – Sleeveless Lace A-Line Skirt
This beauty could take center stage as your main wedding dress or even as a party dress for your reception. Larger lace gives this dress a beautiful texture while blending modern and traditional styles.
Vera Wang Dress – Sleeveless Lace A-Line Skirt
Vera Wang Dress – Sleeveless Lace A-Line Skirt – back
Theia Sweetheart Strapless Lace Gown
This sweetheart neckline lace gown is the ideal style for a garden wedding or beach wedding. The lace adds something very interesting to this traditional style and is accented with a belt to pinpoint and highlight your waist.
Theia Sweetheart Strapless Lace Gown
Theia Sweetheart Strapless Lace Gown
Badgley Mischka Collection Lace Open Back Peplum Gown
The element of surprise is incorporated into this wedding gown with a stunning lace-framed cutout in the back of the dress. Just when your guests are in awe as they see you walking down the aisle, they’re in for another surprise when they see your back.
Badgley Mischka Collection Lace Open Back Peplum Gown-back
Badgley Mischka Collection Lace Open Back Peplum Gown-back
Reem Acra Embroidered Lace Drop Waist Gown
Lace and floating silk comprise this royalty-style gown by Reem Acra. Elegant and chic, this gown adds a super sexy element with a thigh-high slit!
Reem Acra Embroidered Lace Drop Waist Gown
Reem Acra Embroidered Lace Drop Waist Gown-back
Marchesa Re-Embroidered Lace Mermaid Gown
Scalloped eyelash edges amongst beading, sequins and lace add regal beauty to this vintage-inspired gown. A beautiful ribbon highlights your waist amongst the fabric and creates a silhouette perfect for Downton Abbey.
Marchesa Re-Embroidered Lace Mermaid Gown
Marchesa Re-Embroidered Lace Mermaid Gown-back
Whether you’re searching for a fun and flirty rehearsal dinner dress or an angelic lace wedding gown, the options are endless in a range of prices. While celebrities and royals are bringing back the trend that we thought may have been forgotten, it’s all about what fits you and makes you feel like the A-lister you are. Comment below with your favorite gown!