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Recent Examples of Brussels lace
It was built out of antique Brussels lace — along with silk, taffeta and tulle — and embellished with pearls.
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Erin Hill, Peoplemag, 8 Nov. 2023
The dress for the party was a slip dress in white jersey and tulle and was worn with Balthazar’s family veil, handmade with Brussels lace and passed down from woman to woman since 1900.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2023
The dress included an ivory ball skirt complete with a lace train, as well as a bodice of antique Brussels lace adorned with pearls.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 14 July 2022
Erin Hill, Peoplemag, 8 Nov. 2023
The dress for the party was a slip dress in white jersey and tulle and was worn with Balthazar’s family veil, handmade with Brussels lace and passed down from woman to woman since 1900.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2023
The dress included an ivory ball skirt complete with a lace train, as well as a bodice of antique Brussels lace adorned with pearls.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 14 July 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for Brussels lace
Noun
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In photos of the nuptials, the bride can be seen wearing a white strapless wedding gown, accessorized with a long tulle veil and opera gloves.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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Fishermen sit on the harbor on stools, trimming ropes with knives; nets are draped over crates like tulle veils spilling onto the ground.—
Lily Radziemski,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
Noun
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The alloy was used for the supple lattice structure of the Bouquet des Roses set — a necklace, ring, ear cuff and earrings — in the Diorexquis high jewelry collection, unveiled May 5 at the Château de La Colle Noire, once Christian Dior’s home in Southern France.—
Nazanin Lankarani,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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Over time, a distinct, lattice or fishnet pattern forms.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
5 May 2025
Noun
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The metallic leather cap toe and stiletto heel offered a clean contrast to the transparent PVC sides — an effect that mirrored the gown’s interplay of opaque velvet and sheer lace.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
2 June 2025
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These structural characteristics reflect and refract light in a way that creates a subtle but dazzling iridescence – less like the bold sparkle of a peacock and more like fine lace held up to sunlight.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
Noun
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There were loads of safety pins, fishnet, and spike heels on the carpet.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
1 May 2025
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In December, Simpson shared a glamorous photo of herself sitting next to some musical gear while wearing a white romper with a black fishnet midriff paired with matching black fishnets and platform boots.—
Janelle Ash,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Brooches These beautiful pins, frequently adorned with sparkling rhinestones, intricate enameling, or delicate filigree, were a staple in our grandmothers' jewelry boxes.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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There are a few digital filigrees and subtones added by the experimental pop wizard A. G. Cook.—
Lawrence Burney,
Pitchfork,
28 May 2025
Noun
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The Lincoln’s grille and headlamps had all but doubled in height over the previous generation, with other exterior elements growing thicker and bolder along the transition.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
5 June 2025
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Rolls-Royce raided its toy box for this highly exclusive version of its Spectre EV, adding light-up grilles and number plates, a dark-finish interior, and—Joker’s favorite—a boost button on the steering wheel.—
Chris Haslam,
Wired News,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Positive opiate drug screenings in the state’s prisons hovered at about 6% on average every month, according to data obtained by UnCommon Law.—
Salvador Hernandez,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2025
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The screening is not generally recommended for men past the age of 70.—
Sarah Lynch Baldwin,
CBS News,
30 May 2025
Noun
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The slow-cooker classic makes an equally impressive sandwich fresh off the grill.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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There are also items from the grill, including sea bass, pork belly, barbecue ribs and the most expensive item on the menu, the ribeye ($50).—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Brussels lace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Brussels%20lace. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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