How to Style Ruffles
13 Ruffled Outfits You'd Never Spot on a Toddler
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Children, creepy dolls, anything associated with the word "cutesie" — that's what used to come to mind whenever we imagined ruffled clothes. But somewhere in the midst of Fall '16 Fashion Month, our minds immediately changed: ruffles were everywhere, from the runway to the street, and they definitely weren't the kind we remember rocking as kids.
From those sexy Elie Saab dresses to tiered looks fit for the beach, we're dying to get our hands on this revamped style. Scroll through for a few ways to wear it, then shop what you need to nail the trend.
1 A Ruffled Pastel Dress Is the Perfect Springtime Staple
2 A Statement-Making Top Will Amp Up Jeans
Basic no more.
3 Ruffles Can Be Extreme
4 And the Detail Can Make a Front-Tie Shirt Really Stand Out
So feminine and sweet!
5 But They Can Also Be Edgy
6 You Don't Have to Wear Ruffles With Heels
Sneakers tone things down and give off a more casual vibe.
7 A Ruffled Sweater Makes a Neutral Look a Bit More Interesting
8 Go '70s With a Ruffled Crop Top
Bare your belly like Natalie Suarez did.
9 Or Try a Not-So-Simple Ruffled Jumpsuit
10 This Tiered Dress Is a Beachside Essential
Elevated and throw-on-and-go at the same time.
11 And Old Items Get a New Life With This Unexpected Layer
12 You'll See This Style Everywhere This Spring
The bloggers are already fans.
13 But It's Not Going Anywhere Anytime Soon
It was in a ton of Fall '16 collections, too!
