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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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for Brussels lace
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Jimmy Choo shoes completed the ensemble, specifically the Afia Mesh 100 pump crafted from satin and ruched tulle in a matching Winter Bloom color.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
29 Jan. 2026
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In four separate photos, Aguilera wore nothing but a diamond necklace and a tiered black tulle skirt.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
28 Jan. 2026
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The bodice had an off-the-shoulder decollete, while the shoulder-length puffed sleeves were of silk marquisette.—
Sue Strachan,
NOLA.com,
22 Feb. 2018
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Lay half of strips lengthwise over jam mixture, spacing evenly, then arrange remaining strips crosswise across, working alternately over and under lengthwise strips to create a lattice pattern (leave barely any space between strips so top is completely covered).—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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The lattice work details on the side give it vintage detail, and the classic scalloped knobs add even more nostalgia.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2026
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Think pastels, dainty embroidery, empire silhouettes, delicate lace, intricate brocade, puff sleeves and, yes, plenty of bling.—
Kelsie Gibson,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
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VorisVina Square-Toe Ballet Flats The lace bow detailing on this flat is so, so cute, and the square toe is a welcome change of pace from the standard rounded route.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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The full cut from the neck to her navel, the fishnet veil, the bright purple eyeshadow — YES.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
19 Dec. 2025
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The pumps’ sharp toe box and glossy finish created a straightforward evening shape with no visible hardware or platform, sitting just below the hem of her asymmetric dress over black fishnet tights.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
19 Dec. 2025
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Mancuso’s cascading lines and shimmering filigrees are dazzling, yet almost instantly bring to mind the work of Beck, Vai, Eric Johnson, Eddie Van Halen and other legends who inspired him.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Jan. 2026
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Inching through the beam of light, an alien creature crawled across the surface of the sand, resembling an inch-long cluster of ghostly leaves fringed with silvery filigree and capped with a pair of antennae-like stalks.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
18 Jan. 2026
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During my inaugural visit, the kitchen’s Santa Maria grill served as a fiery altar, charring a litany of premium meats over an open flame.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
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The menu was altered to spare his staff extra radiant heat from the grill.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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Students must apply and go through a selective screening process — only 20% are accepted, according to the website.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Jan. 2026
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Two cases of Nipah virus have been reported in India, causing airports to increase passenger screening to prevent its spread beyond the country.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Brussels lace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Brussels%20lace. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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