Lace bolero

In the wardrobe of every woman should be things that can decorate and make more solemn almost any outfit. This category includes a lace bolero. This cute cape will hide the shoulders, if the dress is on thin straps or without them, and will decorate even the most modest dress.

Thin lace capes perform the role rather aesthetic. They will not warm in a cool evening, but will make the outfit more suitable for special occasions.

The main features of the bolero are:

• shortened cut. Most often, this cape has a length to the chest, the longest models can only reach the middle of the back;
• the bolero hides only the arms, in the presence of the sleeve, and the shoulders. The neckline remains open;
• the lace bolero has no fastener.

Modern designers offer a bolero of various styles. Some models do not have a cut in the front, they put on over his head.

The thin cape can be made of various types of lace. The most affordable is guipure. It can be purchased at almost every fabric store, and the choice of colors allows you to sew a bolero under any dress.

More expensive and elegant models of capes are made of handmade lace. There are many techniques for making such laces, but many of them have already been forgotten.

• Tatting, weaving on bobbins today is an endangered form of needlework.
• But Irish lace is becoming increasingly popular. It is made of individual elements, which are then connected with an openwork mesh.

Beautiful bolero can be made of ribbon lace, it can be crocheted of thin threads. First, separate strips are made, which later will be connected into a single piece.

Openwork boleros are made to decorate the dress, it can also protect, if suddenly the summer evening becomes cool. Summer capes can only cover the shoulders or have a short sleeve.

Lace bolero with long sleeves will be a great addition to a low-cut dress with thin straps or without them. If the sleeve at the cape is spacious, then it can be worn over the dress with a long fitting sleeve.

Recently, lace boleros have become popular with brides. This cape is useful in the registry office at the solemn registration or during the wedding ceremony in the church. And at the banquet it can be removed, after which the wedding dress will take on a new look.

Lace bolero can be made in a variety of color combinations. Brides most often pick up a cape to match the dress, choosing a bolero white or ivory. But if the image of the bride has bright color accents, then the bolero can be a contrast.

Since the lace bolero becomes the main decoration of the image, its color can be bright. A red cape will suit the same dress, you can also wear it over a dress of a different color, as long as the colors are combined with each other.

This color is universal, it is combined with any of the existing colors. The bolero of black color will make a dress refined and elegant.

When choosing a bolero, you should consider the style, color and decor of the dress. If it has a lot of embroidery, beads, rhinestones or other bright decor, then it is better to choose a lace bolero without additional finishing. A cape with a large number of finishes can be worn with a straight cut dress without unnecessary structural details and decor.

Bolero can visually adjust the shape. If you have broad shoulders, then it will make them already. And in order for the waist to appear already, you need to choose a bolero without ruff on the bottom.

• The most harmoniously bolero fits into the image, if the girl is wearing a fitted dress. It may have different lengths. This cape will suit a short cocktail dress or a sophisticated evening dress.

• Wear a mono-lace bolero over a strictly office dress, then it will become more elegant and festive.

• A bolero made of laces and a trouser ensemble will suit if the top is presented with a fitted strapless top.

• Since the lace gives the image of femininity, lightness and romance, then the accessories should be selected appropriate. Pumps or stiletto heels will help complete the look.