How to Wear a Lace Dress with a Leather Jacket

Lace and leather sound like opposites… and they truly are! These 2 fabrics have nothing in common: one is light, the other is quite heavy, one is flexible and flowy, the other is sturdy. And of course, one is the epitome of delicate and feminine and the other rather masculine and on many occasions, it’s a symbol of biker edginess. Well, in their case, opposites attract! Imagine this: how could you match an edgy leather (or faux leather) jacket? With torn jeans? Not unless you’re taking the edgy aesthetics literally and totally going for a rough look (unless you sweeten it up with a prettier top). With leather pants? That may look a bit… harsh, unless you’re on a motorcycle. So let’s create an eclectic look with these two opposite pieces that come from different aesthetic worlds: a faux leather jacket and a lace dress!

JACKET

Muubaa Vienna Leather Biker Jacket - Eclipse Grey - 10 Hello moto. A fitted leather jacket, the Muubaa Vienna Leather Biker Jacket is a little bit tough and quite a bit chic. The jacket has zipped cuffs with exposed teeth, a neck tab with roller buckles and eyelettes, shoulder epaulettes, jetted zipped pockets, hem band detail and a central zip front opening. All zips have matching leather puller details. To enhance the worn-in look of the Muubaa Vienna Leather Biker it has been enzyme washed creating a shrunken feel.

First, pick a black faux leather jacket that is quite basic, without too many zippers, pockets or chains. Even more importantly, pick a short leather jacket, preferably with the zipper on one side.

Rebecca Minkoff Leather Becky Jacket - Black - Medium Style sophisticate. Mixing fashion forward with classic, Rebecca Minkoff reworks her classic jacket in leather for fall. The Rebecca Minkoff Leather Becky Jacket is a stylish wardrobe staple with its iconic pointed hemline and shawl collar with double seams for good measure. Dress it up or dress it down because you'll never want to take it off.

Why? Because when opting for this mix, you need versatile, classic, recognizable pieces.

Doma Vintage Cropped Leather Jacket - Black - Small Strut your stuff in the Doma Vintage Cropped Leather Jacket. This cropped jacket has clean lines and long sleeves. Zip front and zipper pockets. Pair with your favorite black ensemble to get the babe in black celebrity look.

DRESS

Donna Mizani Lace Boat Neck Dress - Black/Nude - Medium Lace-y illusion. A timeless piece, the Donna Mizani Lace Boat Neck Dress is sophisticated glam with a subtle hint of sexy. Crafted in luxe lace with nude backing, this LBD has a sheer neckline with flirty cap sleeves and a low scoop back. Wear it with your favorite heels and baubles that sparkle for an unforgettable evening statement.

Select a dress in a softer shade – nude, beige, white, gray make great choices. The lace shouldn’t be too precious or too detailed – you should look for a fabric that looks slightly vintage (yellower nuances, thicker fabrics).

Style Stalker Love Me Do Lace Up Dress - Coral Red - 2 Vixen Vavoom! A sassy little number, the Style Stalker Love Me Do Lace Up Dress is an instant style staple. Allover lace in a fiery bright hue, this mini has a circle skirt, exposed zipper at the back, cut out lace up at the waist, and flirty racer front. Pair with a sky high bootie and your favorite baubles for an eye-catching evening look.

Style Stalker Panthers Lace Dress - Black - 6 Sneaky panther. This season's daring take on the LBD proves a little sass goes a long way with the Style Stalker Panthers Lace Dress. A flirty peplum skirt and a sheer lace bodice with an exposed back zipper for good measure make this mini a show stopper. Pair with a sky high bootie and black bandeau for the ultimate party look!

SHOES

Wildfox x Jeffrey Campbell Dallas Denim Shoes - Denim - 10 Leave it to Wildfox to know that bigger is usually better and to include Jeffery Campbell in the mix they got both bigger and better. An adorable platform is covered with a denim t-strap style and dainty back bow. Unbelievably fashion forward, the Wildfox X Jeffery Campbell Dallas Denim Shoes really work back to anything in your wardrobe.

Get a pair of shoes that combine both items

Wanted Shoes Motor Boot in Black 10 Tough girl glam. The Wanted Shoes Motor Boot in Black has style to last until the last mile of your ride. Adorned in studs, these motorcycle inspired boots can be worn with skinnies tucked in or with your favorite sundress for the perfect street style.

– in your case, something slightly feminine (so heels and peep-toes fit the bill) and a bit edgy (so ankle boots with platforms work!).

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ACCESSORIES

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Repeat certain elements from your 2 aesthetics in the look – a long motorcycle necklace matches subtly with your biker jacket.

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A set of golden, black and white bangles with abstract florals is not too rock, but not too pretty-pretty either and a small chain shoulder bag completes your entire eclectic look!