One reason the Victorian trend swept the Spring ’16 runways is the inherent lightness of the clothes: sheer dresses that float behind you as you traipse through the park, ruffled blouses that feel like nothing against your skin . . . No wonder our summer uniform was comprised of those delicate, humidity-proof pieces. But just because we’ve turned the corner into gray winter weather (New York is expecting its first real snowstorm this weekend) doesn’t mean we’re ready to give up our Picnic at Hanging Rock wardrobes.
Wearing your high-collar blouse and lace dress in subzero temps simply calls for some clever layering, substantial footwear, and sleek accessories—think lug-sole boots and gilded barrettes (read: Nothing fusty!). If you’re hooked on Simone Rocha’s brand of gothic charm, for instance, simply throw a velvet coat over your barely there tulle dress to stave off the chill. Or, if you’re more drawn to the prairie-girl dresses Bella Hadid, Lottie Moss, and Kylie Jenner recently wore in the pages of Vogue, a fur stole and giant earrings will balance out those frothy florals. And when all else fails, Ann Demeulemeester’s knee-high, snow-crushing combat boots are a consistently great way to add some edge to your look. Below, shop our complete guide to winterizing the sheerest, prettiest Victorian pieces in your wardrobe.
Shades of Cream
Goth Glamour
Prairie Florals
Granny Layering
Sleeve Drama
Soft Ruffles
A Sliver of Shoulder
