UNEXPECTED Kate Riley,, Centsational Girl
One thing is sure about lace: it’s decidedly feminine. I’ve always adored the use of good lace peeking out from under a crinoline petticoat or used judicioulsy on the back of an elegant gown. In years past, lace has been labeled too often as old fashioned or ‘granny’ but I beg to differ. This season, why not incorporate lace into your holiday decor in unexpected ways? Line the back of your bookcases with a modern gift wrap (Marimekko by Crate + Barrel) then run delicate lace along the shelves for a snowy effect. Attach it to the base of cake stand to dress up a holiday dessert. Lace can also be used as a stencil to make your own holiday gift wrap. Simply attach long strips in rows to plain wrap found at craft stores, then dust it lighly with spray paint from above and allow to dry. No time for DIY? Pair colorful lace with classic houndstooth or modern gift wrap to make a present with panache.