Wouldn’t it be dreamy if you discovered a weathered trunk—let’s say in your grandmother’s attic—that held the most breathtaking antiqued lace pretties? The kind of pieces that are just begging for you to breathe life into them. I experienced a similar thrill of discovery when my eyes fell upon these heirloom lace tops in the “new vintage” section of Piperlime.com.

These tops, of course, are not freebie finds or pretty hand-me-downs, but they do have a certain heirloom charm, don’t you think?

Lace is just so delicate and sweet, which makes it hard to resist when (like me) you’re completely enamored of all things feminine. The trick to making such girlie pieces work is in the styling. It’s best to keep the other elements of your outfit simple, grounded and a little tough. After all, lace has a lot of gorgeous detail all on its own.

How to Work a Lace Look
To ensure that your lace-kissed ensemble isn’t too prissy and pristine, gravitate to items that are earthy and not overtly frilly. Add a lace top to worn jeans, perhaps your favorite pair of beat-up boyfriend jeans rolled carelessly above the ankles. Toss in a pair of teetering wood wedges or strappy leather thong sandals. And, to allow the lace to hold its feminine reign, opt for jewelry that isn’t too precious. (Think slightly tough gold chains layered around your neck, wooden bangles or a chunky stone ring.)

Thanks to the airy nature of this look, these lace tops are ideal for your spring social calendar. Slip on a lace tank and let it peek out from beneath a blazer at work and ditch the cover-up for dinner.  And can’t you picture some of these pieces slipped on poolside over a bikini then coupled with skinny jeans and some sky-high platforms for drinks?

Where to Nab These Picks
You can get your pretty little hands on each of these lace looks at Piperlime.com, which by the way is the home of free shipping and free returns. (Yes, that’s true—pinkie promise!) Just imagine yourself donning a top that is the epitome of creamy, soft perfection and click away. I’m partial to the clay-colored Beyond Vintage number with the lace panels and scalloped sleeves—not to mention the ivory LnA racerback tank—but as always, it’s to each her own.

1. Sophia Floral Lace Top in Ivory, Beyond Vintage.
2. Lace Top with Camisole in Clay, Beyond Vintage.
3. Chloe Lace Top in Natural, Sanctuary.
4. Flower Lace Tie Waist Top in Ivory, Beyond Vintage.
5. All Over Lace Top in Ivory, Beyond Vintage.
6. Lace Racerback Tank in Ivory, LnA.