Embroidery usually brings up thoughts of stuffy tapestry or grandma's hand-made knick-knacks, but spring's red carpet is shining a decidedly more stylish light on the stitching technique. Lately, celebs are taking a cue from the runway and swapping spring's expected floral prints for lavish embroidered patterns. Click ahead to see the many ways you can wear the embroidered trend.

Marie Claire cover star Lupita Nyong'o wore a flirty Gimabattista Valli Couture frock covered in blue floral embroidery to the magazine's May Cover party.

Kate Mara ("House of Cards") put an edgy spin on embroidery with a graphic monochrome top and skirt by Balenciaga at the Human Society's 60th Anniversary Benefit Gala in Beverly Hills.

Actress Kiernan Shipka chose a long-sleeved Nina Ricci dress covered in embroidered flowers in rich purples for the Season 7 premiere of "Mad Men" in Hollywood.

The embroidered silver fern on The Duchess of Cambridge's Jenny Packham dress added a charming touch to the State Reception in Wellington, New Zealand.