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8 Gorgeously Grown-Up Ways to Wear Ruffles

How to wear this feminine staple without looking twee
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Emma Roberts Gets Sporty
We're a teeny bit obsessed with Emma Roberts' Cynthia Rowley cocktail dress. The reverse-racerback sleeves give the flouncy skirt a sporty vibe, and her strappy Stuart Weitzman shoes are bold without being distracting.

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Ciara Ruffles Some Feathers
From the dramatic Alexandre Vauthier gown to the Christian Louboutin stilettos, there's only one word to describe this look: fierce.

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Jena Malone Is Short and Sweet
A subtle ruffle along the hem of Jena Malone's Valentino dress accents the girly vibe of the embroidery; combined with the figure-hugging silhouette and ankle strap shoes, it creates a cohesive look that toes the line between edgy and feminine.

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Rosamund Pike Goes Victorian
The actress' Erdem Resort 2015 gown is a study in contrasts: the sheer insets and fitted skirt add a sensual touch, while the blouse-like top with lace ruffles and modest neckline feels very prim and proper.

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Alicia Vikander's '70s Vibe
Actress Alicia Vikander wore a Louis Vuitton dress to "The Testament of Youth" U.K. premiere. The ruffled collar, sleeves and skirt pair surprisingly well with the knee-high red crocodile boots (not a sentence we ever thought we'd type).

BY ALLIE FLINN | MAR 18, 2015 | SHARES
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