Still coming down from a New Year's Eve glam high, black lace is the perfect thing to bridge the gap between real life and a fancy night out.

Though Balmain and Paul & Joe show us extremes in the trend, Preen shows that a little goes a long way in executing subtle sexy.

Lace tights are another great option, but incorporating lace into your tops will unsure a smooth transition into Spring's sheer trend!

Tips:

1. Throw a boyfriend blazer over a lace cami for a casual look.

2. Pair that with a body con skirt instead of slouchy trousers for downtown chic.