Lace Skirts 2027: Maxi, Midi and How to Wear Them

A lace skirt is a skirt made from lace, an openwork fabric in which a pattern, usually floral, is held together by a fine net ground, so it shows a little of what is beneath it and works from a morning wedding to a black tie dinner depending on length and lining. Lace maxi skirts are the dressiest shape, and new Resort 2027 pieces from Alex Perry’s stretch lace range sit alongside lace skirts from other houses on Coveti.

• Lace skirts come in three main forms: all-over lace, lace with a lining, and lace trim on another fabric.
• Maxi lengths read as evening; knee and midi lengths move easily into daytime.
• Stretch lace contains elastane, spandex in Alex Perry’s case, so it fits close without a zip-and-boning structure.
• Unlined lace needs a slip underneath for daytime.
• Most fine lace is dry clean only.

Types of lace skirt

All-over lace. The whole skirt is lace. Alex Perry’s Resort 2027 skirts are cut this way from a dual-layer stretch lace of 88.7% nylon and 11.3% spandex, with a jagged floral motif and tuck detailing. The house lists all three as unlined.

Lace trim and lace hem. A skirt in another fabric finished with a band of lace. These are the easiest to wear by day, because the body of the skirt is opaque. Examples on Coveti include the ME+EM Lace Trim Maxi Skirt in Black, Magda Butrym’s Asymmetric lace-hem midi skirt in cream and Essentiel Antwerp’s Black lace-trimmed maxi skirt.

Treated and embellished lace. Lace given a second surface. Saint Laurent’s Split Pencil Skirt in Silicone-Coated Lace and Carla Zampatti’s Black Fringe Sequin Lace Midi Skirt sit firmly in evening territory, as does Oscar de la Renta’s Large Iris Degrade Printed Lace Pencil Skirt.

Lace maxi skirts

A lace maxi skirt is the one to choose when the dress code says long. The Alex Perry Tucked Column Skirt in Stretch Lace, Bare is a straight column with tuck detailing, also offered as the Tucked Column Skirt in Stretch Lace, Teal. Bare is a pale blush nude, Teal a deep blue green. The Asymmetric Skirt in Stretch Lace, Bare adds an angled hemline. From the previous season, the Asymmetric Drape Skirt in Leopard Lace, Black sets the same idea in a leopard-pattern lace.

Other long lace skirts on Coveti include Zimmermann’s Clash Lace Drape Maxi Skirt, Aje’s Alora Lace Maxi Skirt and Rasario’s Lace Maxi Skirt in White. For outfit ideas, see our maxi skirt outfits guide.

Lace midi and knee-length skirts

The midi is the most useful lace length because it can go to the office with a knit and to dinner with a heel. Alex Perry’s Tucked Skirt in Stretch Lace, Bare is knee-length with tuck detailing, and it is the one shape in the suite offered in all three colours, with the Tucked Skirt in Rust, a burnt copper orange, and the Tucked Skirt in Teal.

Midi lace from other houses includes LaQuan Smith’s Lace Midi Skirt with Slit in Black, Carolina Herrera’s Hydrangea Lace Midi Skirt in White and Gemy Maalouf’s Lace Cage Midi Skirt in Black. Pencil shapes are covered in our midi pencil skirts guide.

Fit and sizing

Stretch lace and rigid lace fit differently. A lace with elastane follows the hip and recovers after sitting, so a fitted column stays smooth. A lace without stretch is cut with more ease and relies on its lining and waistband for shape. Check the composition on the product page before you choose a size.

For a column skirt, size to your hip, because a straight shape has no flare to absorb width. For a midi with a waistband, size to your waist. Alex Perry’s official chart runs UK and AU 4 to 20, equal to US 0 to 16, and Coveti holds the Resort 2027 lace skirts in UK 4 to 18. Our read is that the house runs true to size. Third-party skirts vary: the LaQuan Smith skirt is held in XS to XL, the Aje Alora in UK 4 to 18.

How to wear a lace skirt

Black tie. A lace maxi with a firm strapless top reads as a gown. Pair the Alex Perry Tucked Column Skirt in Bare with the Strapless Cupped Corset in Duchess Satin, Bare for a tonal evening look in two fabrics.

Cocktail. A knee-length lace skirt with a lace bodysuit in the same colour, the Singlet Bodysuit in Stretch Lace, Rust with the Rust Tucked Skirt, gives the effect of a dress with a clean waist line.

Weddings. As a guest, avoid white and ivory lace, which belong to the bride. Rust, Teal and black are safe. A trim skirt such as the ME+EM Lace Trim Maxi Skirt in Black works for an evening reception.

Daytime. Wear a midi lace skirt with a crisp cotton shirt and a flat loafer, with a slip beneath an unlined skirt. A fine knit softens it further in winter.

Weekend. A lace maxi with a plain white T-shirt and a leather jacket takes the formality out of it.

Comparison matrix: lace skirts on Coveti

How we measured. Lace composition, length and lining for the Alex Perry skirts come from the Alex Perry product pages. For other houses, length and lace type are taken only from the product name, and sizes held come from the Coveti catalogue on 07 November 2026. We did not verify fibre content for third-party skirts.

Lace skirts around the world

US. Lace maxi skirts carry the holiday season and spring wedding calendar. UK to US is minus four, so a UK 8 is a US 4.

UK. In winter, lace midis work best with knitwear and boots; in summer, a lace maxi suits garden parties and weddings. UK sizes read directly.

EU. French sizing is UK plus 28: a UK 8 is an FR 36 and an IT 40. Lace has a long tradition in French and Italian dressing, so a black lace midi is a familiar evening choice in Paris and Milan.

GCC. In the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar a full-length lace skirt gives coverage for weddings and formal dinners through the cooler months from November to March. Choose a lined maxi, and layer an unlined one over a long slip.

How to care for a lace skirt

Alex Perry labels its Resort 2027 stretch lace dry clean only, and fine lace from most houses carries the same instruction, so read the label on each skirt. Hang lace skirts by the waistband on clip hangers rather than folding them, which can set creases in the net. Keep them away from pronged jewellery and rough bag hardware, which catch on an open motif, and close the zip before storing.

Read next: Alex Perry stretch lace, Alex Perry skirts, how to style a black lace dress and how to style a lace bodysuit.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you wear a lace skirt without it looking too formal?

Pair it with plain, everyday pieces: a white T-shirt, a cotton shirt, a fine knit and flat shoes. A midi length is easier by day than a maxi. Put a slip under an unlined lace skirt, and keep the jewellery minimal so the lace carries the look.

Are lace skirts see-through?

Many are, at least in part, because lace is an openwork fabric. Lined skirts and lace-trim skirts are opaque. Alex Perry’s Resort 2027 skirts are dual-layer, which gives denser cover where the motif overlaps, but they are unlined, so wear a slip beneath them in daylight.

What top do you wear with a lace maxi skirt?

For evening, a structured strapless top, a corset, and a fitted bodysuit all balance a long lace skirt. Alex Perry’s Tucked Column Skirt in Bare pairs with the Strapless Cupped Corset in Duchess Satin, Bare. By day, a plain T-shirt and a cotton shirt both work.

Can you wear a lace skirt to a wedding?

Yes, as a guest, as long as it is not white and ivory. Rust, Teal and black lace are all safe. A knee-length lace skirt suits a daytime ceremony, while a lace maxi skirt with a structured top works for an evening reception.

What shoes go with a lace midi skirt?

Flat loafers and ankle boots for daytime, slim heeled sandals and pointed pumps for evening. The finer the lace, the lighter the shoe should look. Avoid heavy platforms with a delicate lace, which can overpower the hem.

How do you wash a lace skirt?

Follow the care label. Alex Perry’s stretch lace skirts are dry clean only, and fine lace from most houses carries the same instruction. Hang lace on clip hangers by the waistband, keep it away from pronged jewellery, and close the zip before storing.