Trend Watch: Ruffles and How To Wear Them

One of the big trends right now are ruffles, you see them everywhere and on everything. While I do enjoy ruffles in moderation some of the looks are a bit over the top for me. Here are some ways you can get in on the ruffle trend with out going ruffle crazy.

1. Wear only one ruffled piece at a time do not have a ruffle top with a  ruffle skirt, ect.

2. Make sure the ruffle is not too big for your frame, ruffles can overwhelm some people so be careful.

3. When you do wear a ruffle make sure it is laying well, if the ruffle is going crazy it can look awful.

4. Think accessories, it’s a great way to incorporate a trend into the clothes you already have.

Here are some ruffle pieces that I think most people can pull off.

Check out this tiered ruffle skirt from Ann Taylor Loft, I actually own this and love it. While it is not a true ruffle it works and is flattering as well as practical. Ann Taylor Loft also has this great Voile Cap Sleeve Ruffle Tee just don’t pair it with the skirt.

Old Navy has some ruffle front tanks that would look great layered and with a skirt or bermuda shorts. They also have some great ruffle trim jersey henleys that are on sale for $10 right now.

Banana Republic has a fabulous racer back ruffle tank (pictured at top) that would be very flattering. Or check out this fabulous tiered tank from White House Black Market, this is very flattering, or this Ruffle tank dress.

DSW has this fabulous Ruffle tote if you prefer to keep the ruffles off your clothes. Or how about this stylish SM Masson Ruffled Gladiator sandal.

Hopefully now you can find a ruffled piece that fits your style, the key is not to go overboard with any trend, but especially not ruffles or else you will look like the bridesmaids in My Big Fat Greek Wedding.

A Hat Affair

I know I have lacking in the Chic department for posts lately and have been all about the Thrifty so here is one for your Chic side that is Thrifty too!

I love hats although unfortunately not all hats love me. That’s ok though the few I have are great friends to me. Beauty experts recommend that to have the healthiest hair possible you should only wash it every other day. They say the same thing for your skin because every time you bathe you are robbing your skin and hair of vital moisturizing elements. While this sounds great from the money saving perspective, less water and soap usage, what about your hair? My hair looks terrible on day 2 no matter what. So what is a girl to do who wants to look good yet save her hair? Wear a hat! Today hats come in so many styles there is bound to be one that suits you. Here are a few of favorite hats right now.
These are from Target ( click them for details)