Sunday, July 27, 2008

Ruffles Rule!

CC did a ruffle post awhile back, when it seemed that the feminine embellishment was a spring trend, but it seems that ruffles are here to stay, at least through the Autumn/Winter season... And we are pleased as punch!For fall, think sophisticated layers rather than naked mounds of ruffles. Throw a fitted jacket over that ruffled blouse or frock and you're good to go!

On the runways:
DRESSES
Above right:
Giambattista Valli white shift, via nymag.com
Right:
Chanel Couture gown, courtesy style.com
Elie Saab Couture, detail via style.com
Luisa Beccaria, courtesy nymag.com
Chanel, nymag.com
Jenny Packham, nymag.com

PPQ, nymag.com - CC is loving the 80s prom dress appeal of this one!!
Marios Schwab, nymag.com . . .
Strangely alluring!

Temperley London Resort 2009, via style.com
BLOUSES
Givenchy, via style.com

Oscar de la Renta, courtesy nymag.com

Marni, nymag.com



SKIRTS
Fendi, via style.com

Sari Gueron, courtesy nymag.com

So many ruffles, so little time . . .
Above:
Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent tiered blouse.
Visit shopbop.com
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Right:
Mayle camisole.
Go to net-a-porter.com.
Paris Hilton grey ruffle striped top.
Visit shopkitson.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs ruffled jacquard blouse, at eLuxury.com.
The zipper makes this feminine top a bit edgy!

Forever 21 black and white ruffle blouse
Bill Blass Flamenco backless blouse.
This runway stunner is available at net-a-porter.com!

Thomas Wylde ruffle vest, currently half off at aloharag.com!
Chiffon tiered skirt and ...
... ruffle-front tank, each just $29.50 at alloy.com!

Alvin Valley short sleeve cardigan, also available in light blue at bluefly.com - right in step with fall's button-front sweater craze (stay tuned - cardi craziness is coming up on CC this week)!
Armani Collezioni ruffle knit cardigan jacket, at neimanmarcus.com

Moschino Cheap & Chic ruffle lapel blazer, at net-a-porter.com.
This fab fitted jacket is a BEST BET for the ruffle-shy, as it will certainly stand the test of time due to its understated adornment, classic cut, and impeccable tailoring.
Marchesa Couture draped dress.
A cocktail party stunner!
Visit neimanmarcus.com to buy.

Nanette Lepore High Ball dress, also at Neiman Marcus

Julie Haus Tranquility Zazel Dress, at chickdowntown.com
Sari Gueron tiered ruffle dress.
Go to the Designer Boutique at shopbop.com!

Forever 21 pinstriped minidress - how preppy and fabulous!
At right: Dolce Vita Marla dress with ruffle trim v-neck, at shopbop.com - a bit more subtle, and very chic!
Below: Thayer Fate off-the-shoulder ruffle dress. Visit shopbop.com.

Moschino Upside Down ruffle dress, at net-a-porter.com. Deliciously over-the-top, and CC's fave!
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(Prada bag above available at Neiman Marcus)
At right: Missoni zigzag ruffle scarf.
Visit net-a-porter.com to buy.
Dior Gipsy ruffled eyelet leather bag. Go to bergdorfgoodman.com
YSL ruffle bag, in white ivory (pictured here) or black, at asos.com
Prada Nappa ruffled hobo, at Neiman Marcus

Gucci's substantial Sabrina bag has more subtle ruffles, and it's 20% off at bluefly.com!
Fendi satin ruffle flat, at eLuxury.com

Marc Jacobs' ruffle-front pumps, from net-a-porter.com, are sexy yet refined!
Oscar de la Rental Fan satin sandals, at net-a-porter.com
CC predicts that these Prada suede platform peep toe pumps will be a very hot item for fall! Go to Neiman Marcus to purchase.
Now CC doesn't want to ruffle any feathers, but you simply must get on board with this trend, darlings!
And remember, your ruffles can be in the form of undergarments as well!
Kiki de Montpar-nasse bridal ruffle bra and panty (above left) and Sauvage pin-up star panty.
Visit kikidm.
com!

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