Lace's Royal Revival: Alice + Olivia's Textural Power Plays

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Alice + Olivia, the New York powerhouse founded by Stacey Bendet, has always mastered bold femininity through sharply tailored silhouettes and playful embellishments that transition seamlessly from boardroom to after-dark revelry. This spring, the brand channels lace's storied prestige—once the domain of kings, queens, and clergy as a flaunt of wealth—into modern wardrobe essentials pulsing with expressive glamour. The Rheba Lace Ruffle Sleeve Top ($512) delivers delicate nylon lace with puffed sleeves and a fitted silhouette, perfect for layering over jeans or solo for dinner dates. Pair it with the Melodie Lace Maxi Top ($387), its flowing partially lined length in airy nylon adding romantic drama to evening outings. For structure, slip into the Edie Corset Button Down Midi Dress ($550), a recycled polyester-viscose blend with front buttons and hook closure that cinches the waist for confident polish. Top with the Dollie Faux Fur Cuff Cardigan ($550), its wool body and thick faux-fur cuffs bringing plush texture and button-down ease. These pieces celebrate lace's textural dominance, blending day-to-night versatility with unapologetic opulence.

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Story Details

Brand: Alice + Olivia
Matched Pieces: 4
Price Range: $387 - $550
Retailers: Revolve
Categories: Dresses, Dresses: Midi, Tops
Published: April 01, 2026

Color Notes

Off White Black Soft White

Style Keywords

Alice + Olivia Dresses Dresses: Midi Off White Revolve Edie Corset Button Down Midi Dress Tops Tops: Long Sleeve Rheba Lace Ruffle Sleeve Top Tops: Black

Style Signals

Overall Style

romantic lace luxury

Mood

feminine powerful prestigious

Primary Focus

Sheer white lace robe with long sleeves, high choker collar, deep plunging V-neckline with lace-up corset-style front tie at waist, floor-length A-line silhouette with lace overlay on skirt

Instagram Context

Lace is the vibe of spring….Long before lace was considered ‘feminine,’ romantic, or old-fashioned, it was a textile of the powerful. Kings, queens, clergy… All indulged in lace trims and ruffled collars as a display of wealth and prestige.” —

About Alice + Olivia

alice + olivia: Founded in New York in 2002 by Stacey Bendet, alice + olivia is known for its sharply tailored silhouettes, playful embellishment, and day-to-night versatility. The brand blends polished separates, statement party pieces, and art-driven prints into a wardrobe built for modern momentum—where workwear meets celebration. Its aesthetic DNA is bold femininity, graphic color, expressive glamour, and confident polish.

Look Breakdown

Every piece in this story, with richer fit and category context.

Alice + Olivia Dresses Revolve

Edie Corset Button Down Midi Dress

$550

The off-white dress features a fitted bodice with a defined waist and a flared skirt that falls to mid-calf. The long sleeves have button cuffs, and the dress has a collared neckline and a front button closure. The fabric appears to have a smooth, opaque texture.

Color Off White

Category Dresses / Dresses: Midi

Retailer Revolve

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Alice + Olivia Tops Revolve

Rheba Lace Ruffle Sleeve Top

$512

The off-white top features a button-down closure and a high, ruffled collar. The garment is constructed with a semi-sheer lace textile, with layered chiffon ruffles adorning the sleeves.

Color Off White

Category Tops / Tops: Long Sleeve

Retailer Revolve

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Alice + Olivia Tops Revolve

Melodie Lace Maxi Top

$387

The top is constructed with a sheer, floral lace fabric and features a button-loop closure down the center front. It has adjustable spaghetti straps and a V-neckline with a contrasting trim. The silhouette is fitted through the bust and waist, with a long, open overlay of the same lace fabric extending from the waist.

Color Black

Category Tops / Tops: Black

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Dollie Faux Fur Cuff Cardigan

$550

The soft white cardigan features a button-down closure and a crew neckline. The knit fabric appears to have a subtle texture, and the hemline is ribbed. The cuffs are adorned with a thick faux fur trim.

Color Soft White

Category Sweaters & Knits / Sweaters & Knits: Cardigans

Retailer Revolve

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