Just before 2023 began, Pinterest declared "airy styles" en vogue for 2023. With searches like "ruffle shirt" and "tulle sleeves" going up by a whopping 95% and 65%, we expected to see a lot lace, tulle, and ruffles on the mainstream style circuit. And, of course, these stylish celebs didn't disappoint.
As evidenced by these pictures, ruffles are truly back, but in a different iteration for the 2023 crowd. Meant to emphasize movement and a romantic aesthetic, cascading ruffles is something everyone can utilize to push that airy aesthetic. If you're looking for something that'll help up your holiday dressing game, look no further, because these looks were meant to cause a little ruffle in your feathers. Keep scrolling for style ideas!
7 Ways to Wear Cascading Ruffles, According to These Local Celebrities
Lovi Poe
Lovi Poe looked every bit the spicy señorita in her monochromatic ensemble. Ruffles are especially good at showing movement, so if you're dancing the night away, this is the perfect way to look like a star while you shimmy.
Bianca Umali
Ruffles with an edge? Yes, please! Bianca Umali tempered the sweet look of her ruffled dress by pairing it with knee-high boots. The resulting look is sexy, not saccharine.
Gabbi Garcia
Gabbi Garcia's tonal pink ensemble by Rob Ortega featured feminine cascading ruffles. Though the ruffles and hues of pink make the look really ethereal, we love how Gabbi slicked her hair back into a low ponytail (as opposed to voluminous curls or a romantic updo) to keep the look modern and sophisticated.
Maymay Entrata
Here's even more proof cascading ruffles accentuate your movements: Maymay Entrata wore this floaty white ensemble to perform her single Tsada Mahigugma on ASAP. As she danced, the ruffles on her skirt moved as she swayed her hips, while the ruffles cascading down her arms made her movements appear even bigger.
Chie Filomeno
Not your typical dog walker's attire, Chie Filomeno spent time with her furry friend in a strapless hot pink dress with cascading ruffles. If you look closely, you'll notice how strategic the ruffles were placed on the dress. By having them start right below her hips, it ensures the ruffles can sway back and forth as she walks, ensuring an unforgettable strut when she enters and exits the room.
Kathryn Bernardo
If you're looking for a subtle way to wear the trend, Kathryn Bernardo's sightseeing 'fit is the answer. The actress kept it breezy in a ruffled crop top and maxi skirt, and finished off the look with a pair of sandals.
Alexa Ilacad
Alexa Ilacad is the picture of evening sophistication in her strapless Vidal dress. Instead of piling on the accessories, she keeps it elegant with simple jewelry and a touch of sparkle via her rhinestone sandals.
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