Milanese Lace
Milanese lace belongs to the category of bobbin lace (lace made by hand using bobbins wound with thread), and its technique was particularly developed in the Milan region. It began in the latter half of the 16th century and was widely used in the creation of luxurious garments and accessories, becoming especially popular from the 17th through the 18th century.
It features delicate patterns using plant motifs and curving designs, often incorporating natural motifs such as flowers, leaves, and vines, giving it a decorative and elegant impression. These designs were influenced by the Italian fashion and architectural styles of the time, particularly reflecting the opulence and curvilinear beauty of the Baroque style.
The following historical background applies similarly to other types of lace as well. ↓
18th-century lace was marked by intricate handwork and carried strong symbolic significance within aristocratic society, showing an extremely high level of technical skill.
In the 19th century, the Industrial Revolution brought about machine-made lace, and simpler designs suited to mass production became more common. Floral and leaf patterns remained popular, but decoration became even more elaborate, and as the variety of lace types and styles expanded, it also became more widespread among ordinary people, broadening its range of uses.
Milanese lace currently available in the shop ↓
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