---
type: "fabric"
name: "Bridal Lace"
slug: "bridal-lace"
fabric_family: "specialty"
construction: "plain"
typical_fibers:
  - "Nylon"
  - "Polyester"
weight_gsm: "60–120 g/m²"
price_tier: 4
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/bridal-lace"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:02:09.550905+00:00"
---

# Bridal Lace

Bridal lace is a delicate, ornamental fabric often used in wedding gowns and formal attire, characterized by intricate patterns and a lightweight feel.

- **Fabric Family**: Specialty
- **Construction**: Plain
- **Typical Fibers**: Nylon, Polyester
- **Weight**: 60–120 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.2–0.5 mm
- **Typical Width**: 130 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$$ (4 of 5)

## About Bridal Lace

Bridal lace is typically constructed using a plain weave, featuring a combination of nylon and polyester fibers that contribute to its durability and aesthetic appeal. The fabric is known for its intricate designs, often created through embroidery or laser-cut techniques, making it a popular choice for overlays, veils, and decorative elements in bridal wear. Its lightweight nature allows for a graceful drape, enhancing the overall elegance of the garment.

## Woven Properties

- **Ends per Inch (EPI)**: 40
- **Picks per Inch (PPI)**: 30

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 5%
- **Weft Stretch**: 5%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 5 CFM
- **Spray Rating**: 0
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.1
- **UPF Rating**: 15

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Semi Bright
- **Opacity**: Semi Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: intricate
- **Hand & Drape**: Fluid

## Performance Features

- Wrinkle Resistance
- Stain Release

## Common Finishes

- Embroidered
- Coated
- Stiffened

## Common Applications

- Wedding Gowns
- Bridal Veils
- Evening Wear
- Formal Dresses

## Common Uses in Detail

### Wedding Gowns & Veils

Its intricate, ethereal patterns and featherlight weight make it the premier choice for bridal gowns and veils, adding romantic elegance and dimension to silhouettes without bulk, while its delicate openwork beautifully catches light during ceremonies.

### Evening & Formal Wear

Overlaid on structured bases or worn as sheer panels, it elevates cocktail dresses and formal gowns with sophisticated texture and ornate detailing, lending a luxurious, dressed-up quality ideal for galas, black-tie events, and upscale occasions.

## Care Instructions

Hand wash recommended; lay flat to dry to maintain shape and prevent damage.

- Machine Wash Cold
- Do Not Bleach
- Iron Low Heat

## Additional Information

Bridal lace can vary significantly in design and texture, with some types featuring floral motifs, while others may have geometric patterns. Its versatility allows it to be used in various styles of garments beyond bridal wear.

- **Regional Names**: Chantilly lace, Alençon lace, Venise lace
- **Sourcing Regions**: China, India, Italy, France
- **Testing Standards**: Colorfastness to wash, Pilling, Seam slippage

## Fibers in This Fabric

- [Nylon](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/nylon.md)
- [Polyester](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/polyester.md)

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