Lace Is Back: The Must-Have Wedding Trend for 2026
LACE… It’s the must-have wedding trend for 2026, and it’s bigger, bolder, and more versatile than ever. It’s moved beyond tradition, it feels romantic without feeling dated, and rich vintage-style patterns are back! Appearing across bridal fashion, styling details, and tablescapes, it’s well and truly moved into the spotlight, and we are absolutely here for it!
Throughout 2025, we introduced several new lace-led pieces to our collection, and it’s clear they’re fast becoming must-have accessories for 2026 weddings. From bridal prep to reception details, lace is the beautiful detail that’s tying everything together. It adds texture, softness, and sentiment, while still working beautifully with modern aesthetics like monochrome styling, retro-style photography, and minimal to bold colour palettes.
Our Lace Favourites For 2026
Net Lace Handkerchiefs
Our Net Lace Handkerchiefs are the perfect addition to bridal prep, ceremony moments, and speeches filled with happy (and emotional) tears. Handmade in Nottingham using delicate cotton net and traditional Nottingham lace, they’re designed to be as useful as they are beautiful. A modern and stylish take on the traditional handkerchief.
Personalised with names, dates, or heartfelt or even quirky messages, each piece holds sentiment while remaining elegant. These are heirloom-quality keepsakes, made to feel just as special years from now as they do on your wedding day. They could be your something new and blue AND a future loved one’s something old too!
Lace Garters
Our Luxury Nottingham Lace Garters combine comfort, elegance, and intricate craftsmanship. Designed to sit beautifully under your gown, they feature soft satin linings, embroidered lace, and plush elastic for a luxe finish. Like our handkerchiefs, they’re heirloom-quality, making them the perfect keepsake to treasure long after the wedding day. Some of our designs can be personalised too, making them extra special.
Nottingham Lace Handkerchiefs
For those who love a slightly more classic look, our personalised Nottingham lace handkerchiefs bring timeless elegance with a traditional feel. Crafted using authentic lace made just a few miles from our studio, they are embroidered with precision, and perfect for brides, mothers of the bride, or gifting to loved ones on the wedding morning. They’re beautiful in photographs and can be used to add a beautiful, sentimental touch to your wedding morning and beyond.
Lace-Edged Napkins
Lace doesn’t stop with your bridal look, it’s extending into the reception space too, creating a cohesive look from morning through to evening. The Embroidered Napkin Company, our sister brand, offers stunning lace napkins that can bring that vision to life, adding softness and elegance to your wedding tables. Whether styled for an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, lace napkins add texture, opulence and romance to your tablescape.
How To Style Your Lace
For flatlays, pair handkerchiefs, garters, or ribbons with neutral fabrics, soft florals, and metallic accents to create elegant, editorial-style shots. On your wedding morning, lace accessories can be layered with bridal lingerie or a robe for dreamy prep photos you’ll treasure forever. They also look beautiful in their boxes or on a simple background that lets the details really pop. Scroll down for some photography inspiration…
In 2026, lace isn’t just a trend, it’s a vibe. It’s romantic without being predictable and classic without feeling old-fashioned. Whether you’re drawn to vintage charm or modern elegance, lace details are a way to make your wedding feel uniquely your own.
If you’re looking for help choosing your lace accessories or you have a bespoke idea in mind, we’d absolutely love to work with you. Contact us and let us help bring your wedding vision to life.
Heidi x
