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Trendy Tuesday: All about the ruffles

PHOTO:Ditsy Floral Print Minidress
Nordstrom
Ditsy Floral Print Minidress

Spring’s gorgeous weather has inspired us to wear equally romantic ensembles to match the season’s sweet blossoms and breezes.

Lucky for us, the trend is easy to wear and easier to mix with your favorite basics to add a little delightful flourish to jeans, sneakers and t-shirts.

Feminine details like ruffles and gathered smocking were all over the runways this season, and are now prominent in many stores.

We love the breezy feel of these pieces, and the way they add elements of femininity to any outfit.

Editor's Picks

Combined with pretty prints in rose buds, gingham and polka dots, these 21 pieces will make you feel cheerful wherever you go!

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1. Bardot Ditsy Floral Print Minidress, Nordstrom

Ditsy Floral Print Minidress

Price: $119 · From Bardot

Tiered ruffles and smocking at the waist make this dress a vision of feminine style this spring and summer. Look for floaty hemlines and sleeves of sheer transparency. Style Hint: Wear it to work with a blazer or a wedding with neutral strappy heels.

2. High Neck Smocked Peplum Top, Express

High Neck Smocked Peplum Tank

Price: $44.90 · From Express

Think of this sophisticated top as an elevated basic: it goes with nearly anything in your closet but is chic enough to hold its own as the focal point of a look. Style Hint: Pair with your favorite trousers for work, and then swap out for your favorite denim for getting drinks.

3. Astor Ruffled Dress, Anthropologie

Astor Ruffled Dress

Price: $144 · 20% Savings
From Anthropolgie

Original: $180

This ivory floral dress has a nice bohemian vibe. Style Hint: Wear your hair up so the peek-a-boo keyhole back is visible.

Editor's Picks

4. Tiered Ruffle Skirt, 4SI3NNA

Tiered Ruffle Midi Skirt

Price: $65 · From 4SI3NNA

This melon midi has two rows of oversized ruffles and brings some fun to any outfit. Style Hint: A white blouse and high heels complete this date night look.

5. Castilo Midi dress, Faithfull the Brand

Castilo Midi Dress

Price: $176 · From Faithfull the Brand

This cornflower blue dress boasts a slit, cap sleeves and a fitted, smocked upper bodice that hugs the waist then flows outward for an ultra flattering shape on any body type. Style Hint: Perfect for a garden party, and casual enough for errands on a sunny day, this midi will become your go-to dress this season.

6. Alicia Strapless Crop Jumpsuit, O'NEILL

Alicia Strapless Crop Jumpsuit

Price: $64 · From O'NEILL

Smocking and a pretty print make this wide legged jump suit as dressy as a midi dress so wear it to any occasion where you'd be happy in a sundress -- garden party, brunch, even with a blazer or cardigan, to work. Style Hint: Keep jewelry and heels to a minimum. The look is sweet and a little playful. You can do anything in a jumpsuit!

7. Kiersten Top, Likely

Kiersten Ruffled Floral-Print Top

Price: $138 · From Likely

For those who want an edgier take on spring's trends, the black on this ruffled blouse gives a slight toughness to floral. Style Hint: Go full-on rocker by adding leather pants.

8. Bishop Blouse, Anthropologie

Bishop Blouse

Price: $150 · From Anthropologie

This elegant blouse's opulence is undeniable. Tiered ruffle sleeves, a keyhole back and a tie-neck sash all create a unique, feminine look. Style Hint: This blouse is slightly sheer, so opt for a camisole tucked into jeans underneath. Or, take advantage of the top's tunic-like length and layer over a lace-trim slip in a similar color.

9. Rosie Ruffle Slide Sandal, Free People

Rosie Ruffle Slide Sandal

Price: $127.95 · From Free People

The ruffle trend isn't just reserved for clothing: these Free People mules show us how easily the trend can be adapted to accessories in a subtle yet impactful way. Style Hint: Just add jeans, your favorite simple top and a swipe of red lipstick to complete your look.

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10. Ruffle Wrap Dress, Chelsea28

Ruffle Wrap Dress

Price: $89 · From CHELSEA28

The LBD has been upgraded for spring with midi length, ruffle trim and a wrap dress closure that offer Style Hint: Simple black heels and loose waves complete this easy look, perfect for work and flirty enough for a date.

11. Abstract Daisy Faux Wrap Dress, Bardot

Abstract Daisy Faux Wrap Dress

Price: $99 · From Bardot

A tulip hem and an over sized abstract floral print sets this buttercup sundress apart. Style Hint: A white denim jacket gives added warmth on a blustery day, and nude heels help elongate your legs.

12. Emerson Gingham Ruffle Jumpsuit, Urban Outfitters

Emerson Gingham Ruffle Jumpsuit

Price: $79 · From Urban Outfitters

This lavender gingham jumpsuit has playful detailing on the shoulders, but the classic cut of the bodice keeps it timeless and elevated. Style Hint: Gold jewelry and your favorite mules round out this weekend look.

13. I Need to Know Maxi, Free People

I Need To Know Shiny Maxi Dress

Price: $160 · From Free People

We love this dreamy seafoam maxi's chevron ruffles and puffy sleeves. The self-tie waist helps cinch this dress so it doesn't overwhelm the wearer. Style Hint: Shake things up by juxtaposing this feminine frock with some bulky white patent boots.

14. Ruffle Trainer Leather Lace-Up Sneaker, Tory Sport

Women's Ruffle Trainer Leather Lace Up Sneakers

Price: $99 · 50% Savings
From Tory Sport

Original: $198

Gym attire doesn't mean you have to sacrifice style for functionality. Tory Sport's metallic pink ruffled sneakers let us take this feminine trend to the treadmill. Style Hint: Make sure your gym pants are cropped so these shoes can be admired properly!

15. Arabesque Jumpsuit, Anthropologie

Arabesque Jumpsuit

Price: $250 · From Anthropologie

Throw this polka-dot jumpsuit on and you can't help but instantly feel your mood lift. This cheery one-piece will turn heads at whatever special occasion you choose to wear it to. Style Hint: Keep your accessories and hair classic to ground this funky jumpsuit and keep it from looking too eclectic.

16. Lace-Up Ruffle Top with Smocked Waist, Lane Bryant

Lace-Up Ruffle Top With Smocked Waist

Price: $22.98 · 61% Savings
From Lane Bryant

Original: $59.95

This easy blouse creates a great shape with the smocked waistband and flowing peplum and lattice neckline. Style Hint: Mix things up with a light gray pair of jeans.

17. She’s a Waterfall dress, Lulu’s

She's a Waterfall Hot Pink Floral Print Ruffled Maxi Dress

Price: $128 · From Free People

This maxi is fit for a goddess with its unique asymmetrical drop-waist, drapey sleeves and plunging neckline, which has a hook and eye clasp on it for added modesty. Style Hint: Go for the drama with a neck full of gold chains and matching blush purse and heels.

18. Going Coastal Convertible Skirt, Free People

Going Coastal Convertible Skirt

Price: $78 · From Free People

Pack this piece for your next getaway, and it will do triple duty as a tunic, skirt or bathing suit cover-up. Style Hint: Layer a breezy pair of linen pants underneath for a look that goes from cabana to cafe.

19. Embroidered Smock Mini Dress, ASOS

Embroidered smock mini dress

Price: $51 · 20% Savings
From ASOS

Original: $64

Black gauzy fabric makes the pastel floral embroidery pop on this fully lined, open back shift. Style Hint: Pin your hair and tuck it to one side to reveal the tie-back cutout. For added coverage, add a chunky cardigan.

20. Hazel Print Smocked Crepe Dress, AFRM

Hazel Print Smocked Crepe Dress

Price: $79 · From AFRM

Step into this pretty print midi with side slit, which is perfect for a warm day, and can take you from the office or brunch. Style Hint: Pair see-through or neutral sandals add a fun modern feel to the dress.

21. Grid Check Ruffle Midi, ASOS

Glamorous curve midi skirt with ruffle in grid check

Price: $48 · From ASOS

Pink tiered plaid moves with you on this adorable maxi skirt. Style Hint: Western accents don't look too costume-y when paired with a graphic tee.