10 Ways to wear ruffles and still look totally chic

Thrilling Frills: 10 Ways to wear ruffles and still look chic

Angela Goh

26 Jul 2016

mis à jour le 26 July 2016 à 00:00

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Superbly frilly sleeves
Embrace overly frilly sleeves for an eye-catching look. Intricate prints can be played down with the addition of solid block colours, as seen with the dark overall dress here, but if you're all about flaunting that statement blouse, let it shine!
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Plunging neckline + frilly shoulders
Aimee Song's beautiful red dress is giving us major heart eyes. That plunging neckline makes for a sensual look, while the ruffles give the whole outfit a touch of sweet femininity.
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Pink ruffles
Ogo Offodile looks amazingly sweet in this J.W. Anderson mini dress. The loose, oversized sleeves lend a casual appearance to the whole girl-next-door vibe.
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Maxi magic
Christina Pitanguy styles up this sweet floor-length maxi dress with a grunge-tastic unbuttoned denim shirt. Those rolled up sleeves add a good amount of character to the whole ensemble.
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Accessory mania
Fashion blogger Nikita Wong knows just how to accessorise to the nines. As if the off-shoulder ruffle dress isn't enough, she's added a lovely wide-brim hat and a contrasting mini shoulder bag for the ultimate daytime look.
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Blue babe
Aimee Song sure loves her ruffle dresses! She looks like an absolute breath of fresh air here, as she models this bright powder blue Chanel dress during Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Fall/ Winter 2016-17.
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Fascinating combination
Sarah Ellen, with her lovely braided hair, pulls off this Toni Maticevski ensemble in the most stylish way. You may think that two distinctly ruffled pieces would clash, but in the case of this frilly blouse and subtle ruffled skirt, the whole look is effortlessly perfect.
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Daring in green
Charlotte Groeneveld shows us that going green and flaunting a daringly eclectic dress with confidence is the key to appearing flawless. Her blonde locks and this pastel dress go well together, and we're sure those giant ruffles don't hinder her in the slightest.
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Simple and understated
It never hurts to adopt a simple look once in awhile. Isabella Charlotta Poppius gives us the perfect example of a subtle sleeveless blouse that features a touch of layered grace along the hemline.
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Go big or go home
Araya Alberta Hargate flaunts this spectacular dress during Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Fall/ Winter 2016-17. We're sure those mega layers will make it a little hard to move around, but we love the whole outfit nonetheless!

Layering your looks with some fabulous ruffles can instantly add a youthful femininity to your day.

Dresses, skirts or blouses that feature ruffles and frills may seem a little too “girly”, but when worn on the right body and with the right amount of flair, the youthful look could be absolutely game-changing. Ruffles make a summery addition to any woman’s modern-day wardrobe - and could very well add some fun and funky layers to your usual look.

If you’d love nothing more than to bring a touch of vintage charm and old school sweetness to your closet, there is no better way to explore frills and layers than by searching for the right kind of inspiration. Head up to the gallery above to get your fix of our favourite street style picks this week that feature gorgeous ruffles.

Angela Goh

Photos: Getty Images

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