These Victorian Tops Will Make You Feel Like an Old-School Princess

By Sarah Wasilak

Updated on 4/4/2016 at 9:00 AM

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The ruffled tops that strolled down the Spring '16 runways were over-the-top — head-turning, even. But not because they were overtly sexy. In fact, the Victorian trend — even in its sheer form — is quite the opposite. Floral blouses, some with cold shoulders, bows, or frills of chiffon, come in high-neck silhouettes this season.

They'll help you pull off the feminine look when you pair them with tailored trousers or a midi skirt and block heels, and they'll give your casual jeans an elevated lift. Whether you choose the bright hues from Gucci or the designs from Zimmermann that conjure images of a bouquet, you'll be showing off extremely bold style while appearing light as a feather.

H&M Blouse with Ruffles - Blue/dotted - Ladies ($50)

Forever 21 Contemporary Embroidered Peasant Blouse ($25)

RED Valentino Ruffled Lace Sleeveless Top ($595)

Balenciaga Tie-neck silk-crepe blouse ($1,075)

Giambattista Valli Ruffled high-neck georgette blouse ($1,005)

A.P.C. 'Stevy' Ruffle Chambray Top ($235)

Zara Fringed Blonde Lace Top ($36)

Free People Womens Wave of Innocence Printed Top ($128)

Erdem Azalea Cutout Fil Coupé Top ($2,140)

Sea Women's Lace-Inset High-Neck Top-Blue ($320)

Kate Spade Mini rose ruffle shirt ($278)

Zimmermann Mischief floral-print silk-organza blouse ($950)

Gucci Silk ruffle front shirt ($1,400)

Serafini Philosophy di Lorenzo Women's Lace High-Neck Blouse-Black Siz ($690)

Ellery Linen Blouse with Ruffles ($905)

Joe Fresh Polka Dot Ruffle Blouse - Ecru ($10)

Dolce & Gabbana Ruffle-front silk-blend blouse ($1,238)

3.1 Phillip Lim ruffled oversize blouse ($419.25)

Gucci High-neck ruffled silk-crepe blouse ($1,250)

Preen by Thornton Bregazzi Lera silk-georgette cutaway-shoulder top ($665)

Fendi Broken Circle Print Silk Chiffon Blouse ($1,990)

Asos Ruffle Detail Vintage Blouse With High Neck ($55)

River Island Womens Red lace high neck top ($64)

Lanvin Ruffle Washed Techno Crepe Top ($1,690)

Rodarte Shirts ($1,624)

Alexander McQueen Ruffle Sleeve Blouse ($1,073)

Topshop 'Kit' Print Cold Shoulder Top ($75)

Diane von Furstenberg 'Blithe' Silk Halter Tank ($228)

Free People Womens Molly Ruffle Printed Top ($98)

N°21 'Fleur' Tie Neck Sleeveless Shirt ($510)

Zara High Neck Top ($26)

Zimmermann Mischief Manor Ruffled Blouse ($1,295)

Givenchy Ruffle-Front Neck-Tie Blouse, White ($2,345)

Gucci Silk georgette button-down shirt ($1,400)

Alexander McQueen Rose Bud printed-silk blouse ($2,085)

Chloé Ruffle-neck long-sleeved silk blouse ($1,188)

ASOS PETITE High Neck Top with Lace Bib Detail ($48)