# DIY Lace-Accented Shorts Turn Your Average Pieces of Clothes into Stylish Options with This Guide By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-04-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laceaccented-shorts References: [victoriabrikho.se](http://victoriabrikho.se/diy-denim-lace-shorts/) If you want to revamp your wardrobe with some stylish summer accessories without having to break your budget, then this DIY activity lets you make chic lace-accented shorts that won't cost a fortune. The 'Victoria Brikho' website offers fashionistas a clever way to utilize the clothing pieces they already have, and turn them into brand new ensembles simply by adding a touch of lace to it. You'll need an old pair of denim shorts, lace, scissors and a needle and thread. Cut your piece of lace to the exact dimensions of the back pocket of your shorts, and then sew it by hand onto the pockets. You can easily customize what type of lace, pattern or design you would like to showcase on your shorts, turning your old items of clothing into brand new pieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Fashion:** Opportunity for businesses to offer DIY fashion tutorials and DIY fashion kits. - **Upcycling:** Growth in demand for upcycled fashion, creating opportunities for businesses to repurpose clothing and accessories. - **Customization:** Businesses can capitalize on the trend of personalized fashion by offering customizable clothing options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can embrace the DIY trend by offering DIY fashion supplies and hosting workshops. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Opportunity for sustainable fashion brands to promote upcycling techniques and offer upcycled clothing options. - **Online Marketplaces:** Online marketplaces can cater to the customization trend by providing platforms for consumers to design and personalize their clothing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Lace Trimmer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-up.md) - [Breathable Textured Tweed Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linen-tweed-apres-shorts.md) - [Inclusive Lace Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parade-that-lace.md) - [Festival-Ready Footwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo.md) - [In-Store Repair Workshops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-it-for-longer.md) - [Virtual Clothing Designers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-styler-studio.md) - [Summer-Ready Crochet Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-open-knit.md) - [Functional Activewear Skorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harland-threads.md) - [Ultra-Light Intimates Silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feather-lace.md)