Four ways to wear ruffles
We"ve got frills...They"re multiplying.Because this spring is all about ruffles, flounces, pleats and folds.Here are four ways how to wear them in style.
En vacancesFlippy, off-the-shoulder dresses are essential holiday packing.For on-the-go ease swap sandals for plimsolls with personality.
Clockwise from the left:Cecilie Copenhagen cotton scarf print dress, ??150, Matches Fashion;Eugenia Kim sequinned straw hat, ??440, Net-a-Porter;Mark Cross leather and rattan box bag, ??1,370, Matches Fashion; Slip-on trainer, ??85, Chinti & Parker
Prairie girlsFlounce through spring soirees in ditsy dresses boasting ruffles and ribbon.Hard-edged accessories make a welcome contrast to this feminine silhouette.
Clockwise from the left:Teardrop giupure dress, ??360,Self Portrait;Sterling silver ring, ??59, Thomas Sabo; Bucket bag, ??29.99, Mango;Larissa flats, ??89, Kurt Geiger
Skirting aroundA-lines are out in favour of asymmetrical hemlines that cascade down the leg area.Crew-necks and chunky trainers provide the perfect foil to these frilly skirt lengths.
Clockwise from the left:Ellery ruffled crepe skirt, ??940, Matches Fashion;Clare V Margot clutch, ??210, Net-a-Porter; Jumper, ??12.50, M&S;Leather fringe plimsolls, ??80, Uterq??e
Romantic sleevesVoluminous sleeves are now de rigeuer when it comes to shirting.Tuck fancy blousons loosely into wide strides for a beatnik look that needs only flat sandals and flashes of metallic jewellery to accompany.
Clockwise from the left:Cotton and linen trousers, ??330, Acne Studios;Blouse, ??24.99, H&M;Steel hoop earrings, ??6.99, Mango;Leather sandals, ??28, Next
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