The Lace Trim Trend Is Bringing Vintage Vibes To Your Summer-To-Fall Transition Wardrobe

Lace is all the rage in 2026, so it's time to stash away all the unique ways on how to ace the previous summer's crochet trend to the back of your mind for this dreamy material instead. And it seems the titans of fashion have taken note on the return of this sultry trend, with major labels such as Acne Studios and Fendi exhibiting their lacy creations on the runway for their spring/summer shows. Naturally, what appears on the runway quickly catches on with celebrities, as the lace trim has even already influenced wedding fashion, as seen with Emma Roberts' Victorian-inspired gothic face veil. 

Truly, it doesn't hurt to add lace to the hemline of every skirt or top in your closet. In fact, lace trims serve to elevate your entire look by not only giving it a vintage vibe, but also a romantic, fairy-like appearance. From silky slip dresses to pantsuits, this lightweight, sheer fabric is the perfect option for battling the summer heat while living out your "Wuthering Heights"-inspired fantasy. 

This love for lace could possibly have come from the "Wuthering Heights" press tour and the film's eventual launch in February 2026. Indeed, Margot Robbie herself appeared dressed in a series of period-inspired outfits with a modern twist, and one of these outfits was a gorgeous sheer lacy black dress that screamed gothic romance. Both the dress, down to the black-red heels, were designed by Alexander McQueen, with the dress covered in floral motifs strategically placed throughout the garment. Truly out of this world. 

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And it seems lace continues to have a chokehold on the Hollywood elite, as "The Odyssey"'s Charlize Theron chose to don a lace-trimmed number in July 2026. Designed by Givenchy, the dress not only featured a black lacy top, but silver lace trimmings were applied to the neckline and waist area, down to the hemline of the uniquely shaped skirt. If you're looking for styling inspo for the lace trim trend, then look no further than these incomparably fashionable Hollywood icons.