My Ruffle Paradox

Ruffles... I love them! I'm not sure why, since I've never been a real girlie-girl. In fact, for most my life I was pretty much a tomboy, with a dash of fashion flair. But for some reason, ruffles just make me happy. I think they offset my classic style with a bit of whimsy and quirkiness. And, if done right, they offer an unexpected punch of soft sophistication -- a bit of a paradox, I suppose.

This season's ruffle trends afford me the ability to be girlie in my own irreverent way. Here are a couple of designer inspiration pieces and their bargain counter-parts. Be warned, though, too many ruffles are just plain silly. So keep it simple -- one ruffle piece at a time!

Designer Looks

Poplin Ruffle Tank Dress, Zac Posen, $1150


Rose Vertigo Satchel, Valentino, $2395

Bargain Looks

Ruffle-front Sheath, Chadwicks, $39.99; Alyssa Shirt Dress, Delias, $44.50

Ruffle Front Tote, Arden B, $58; Ruffle Round Toe Flat, gojane.com, $12

Saturday, April 11, 2009 | Filed Under , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

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4 Responses to "My Ruffle Paradox"

NC said... April 17, 2009 10:28 AM

Love that purple dress--- too cute! Do you own it?

Rowdy and Chic... said... April 18, 2009 7:21 AM

I love the ruffle accents on the bags!

Sweet Petunia said... April 25, 2009 4:13 PM

I also love the bargain handbag and the shoes are cute too.

Anonymous said... September 28, 2009 1:35 AM

Lovely Clothes and Apparel!
I have to use always Boston Proper Coupons for buying fashion clothing.

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About Me

TeeKay
Phoenix, AZ
I love fashion but can't always afford the latest high-priced designer looks, so I've found ways to copy them by finding comparable outfits at bargain prices. Bargain Chic is my attempt at showing other fashion lovers on a budget how to look sophisticated and stylish for a lot less.