Red Carpet Trend: Lace and Mesh - Stardoll

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We were big fans of all the lace we saw on the shining starlets at the People’s Choice Awards this year. From Kristin Bell in fierce, fiery Valentino to Miley Cyrus in futuristic cream colored David Koma with a plunging mesh neckline, to Nina Dobrev’s glowing green Elie Saab mini, we were loving the intricate lace and mesh detail. Check out the do’s (and don’t's) of emulating this sophisticated red carpet trend below! How to Rock this Trend: Do…go bold. This is not your grandmother’s lace wedding dress. Look for deep, bright, eye-popping colors, like the magenta frock below.

Photo: Courtesy of Oasis Oasis lace frock, $45. Don’t…turn down long sleeves. With lace, long sleeves aren’t dowdy, they’re ultra-elegant.

Photo: Courtesy of Zara Zara lace dress,$60. Do…embrace clever cut-outs. Back, front, side…this trend welcomes all angles.

Photo: Courtesy of Missle Fridge Bengaline cut-out dress, $68. Don’t…be scared to take a plunge. A low neckline concealed in mesh or lace is daring without being over the top.

Photo: Courtesy of Asos Pixie Lott mesh dress, $76. Do…say yes to texture. Sequins, glitter and embellishments on the body of the dress draw attention to the details of mesh cut-outs or accents.

Photo: Courtesy of The House of Fraser Lipsy sleeveless dress, $89 Don’t…forget to love your curves. This trend aims to flatter your figure by drawing attention to your curves while also keeping you (somewhat) covered. Look for dresses that hug and fit your form.

Photo: Courtesy of Top Shop Top Shop wrap dress, $39. Do…lay off the accessories. The intricacies of lace and mesh dresses add enough contrast and visual drama so leave flashy jewelry, shoes and bags at home. A simple pendant necklace is just enough (like the model in the below picture proves).