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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
Noun
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Along with the jacket, Erivo wore a layered tulle skirt from the French luxury fashion house.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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Underneath that, there were several petticoats and a tulle-and-lace train insert.—
Julie Tremaine,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
Noun
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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
Noun
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More advanced than gravel, lattice pavers allow for grass to grow.—
Aya Diab,
Fortune,
23 May 2026
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Selecting a piece with lattice work will help encourage vining plants to grow vertically.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
21 May 2026
Noun
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There are 14 colors to choose from, including neutrals like black, beige, and white, plus more unique shades like pink lace, burgundy, and charcoal gray.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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It’s made with a breathable upper, a double-lace lock that creates a snug fit to prevent your foot from slipping out of the shoe, and a sturdy and durable rubber outsole that can handle frequent use.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Rebellion was also apparent in the hairstyles exhibited, most notably by singer Miley Cyrus, a fashion fanatic, whose short, spiked look paired perfectly with her risque fishnet Marc Jacobs gown.—
Luis Giraldo,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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And with one last grasp of fabric, Gaga’s final look was a sequin bikini and fishnets paired with glittery platform boots.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Everything is intentional at this broody half-underground restaurant: the descent into darkness, the sense of close quarters as if in the belly of a ship (or a whale), the filigree of kombu and clam juice, molasses and Moxie soda.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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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,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Make sure your grill is a few feet from your home and far away from awning overhangs, plants, etc.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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Fire up the grill for these dishes that go beyond burgers and hot dogs.—
Victoria Caruso,
Washington Post,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Both events will include a screening of the film along with a Q&A with members of the filmmaking team.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
20 May 2026
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With proper patient consent, AI tools can assist in reviewing medical information during early screening, identifying key indicators that confirm whether a case qualifies.—
Arnold Sotelo,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Brussels lace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Brussels%20lace. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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