Runway Report: Modern Romance Steals Hearts (& Closets)

Spring ’16 catwalks proved that romantic style isn’t just frills and lace anymore. Whether it’s glamorous, innocent, or edgy, there are so many ways to rock the trend. Here are our favorites.

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The Jane Austen Heroine

High-drama details like ruffles and sweeping hemlines take their cues from a classic English novel. Play up the traditional innocent look in soft neutral hues and small-scale florals.

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The Couture Queen

Ready for cocktail hour? Post-work style gets a flirty makeover with peekaboo lace. Make an entrance in a show-stopping dress, but don’t stop there – your accessories can be dramatic too. Add bold lips, sparkling jewels, and embellished heels.

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The Victorian Rebel

This prim-and-proper era is finally revealing its dark side with exposed shoulders and tie-neck tops. Try mixing edgier pieces with sweeter ones – like leather and pearls – for a tough-girl take on the trend.

By Elizabeth Burns, Fashion Editor

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