Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Harper's Bazaar - A Fling with Ruffles

Harper's Bazaar en Español
May 2013 Issue

If runways trends and fashion editorials are anything to go by, (and they usually are), ruffles are going to be hugely in vogue this season. Photographer Benjamin Kanarek captures new top model Sasha Luss in an alluring editorial for the Latin American version of Harper's Bazaar magazine. The Russian beauty takes center stage in an array of frilly designer wear, persuading even the toughest critiques of this theatrical trend.

This is possibly one of the most beautiful and cinematic studio shots I have seen so far this year. Sasha is spellbinding in a flamboyant scarlet red ensemble by British designer Gareth Pugh. Her flowering tier-ruffled flamenco skirt encircles a pair of chicly tailored trousers and is accompanied by a high-neck top with frilled bell sleeves.


Marni brings us the more toned down version of the ruffled trend in a midnight blue low-neck peplum dress with flaired skirt.

Retro meets ruffles in a cafe-au-lait shaded sheath dress by Marc Jacobs, the neckline is fitted with a cream frilled button-up bib.

Sasha strikes a pose in a two-tone asymmetrical black and metallic grey dress by Lanvin, with a sophisticated set of ruffles placed strategically on the shoulder and back.

Balenciaga are always at the forefront of innovation, mastering the art of architectural folds and flounces in this arresting black and pink dress with 3-dimensional peplum waist. 

Gucci serves up the ruffled trend in XXL for Spring 2013. Sasha models a cobalt blue pants suit with high-neck tunic featuring oversized ruffled sleeves.  

Sharp tailoring at Saint Laurent is perfectly contrasted with the frivolity of ruffles, in this white silk frilled shirt, worn under a slick black tuxedo.


With frills, come romance, as seen on the Spring 2013 runway of Italian designer Francesco Scognamiglio. He presents an ethereal ice blue diaphanous gown, gently caressed by soft ruffles lined along the sleeves, bodice and skirt.


Are you in favor of the Ruffled Trend, is this something you would wear?

86 comments:

Ivana said...

I'm such a sucker for anything with ruffles: they are the epitome of feminine! I love seeing them on the others, but I have yet to fully embrace this trend, since I always worry what the ruffles would do with my hourglass shape. I think I'll just have to give it a try and see, right? :) These photos are really stunning!

Hope you are well, sweetie! Sending you lots of love,

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Valeria said...

I'm definitely in favor of ruffled trend. I like all of these looks. The Gucci suit is one of my favorites.
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Coco said...

I'm SO in favour of the ruffled trend!! The light blue gown is spectacular!!
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Anonymous said...

I like ruffles, if they're not all over the place. The Balenciaga and Saint Laurent adaptations are so beautiful!

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Antee Gurung said...

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Unknown said...

Though I absolutely LOVE the Balenciaga, Gucci, and Gareth Pugh - and would happily wear them in my dreams- realistically I'd wear the Saint Laurent and Marni versions in my day to day. I personally love ruffles and would say they are a classic timeless trend!


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Caitlin M. Peterson of the (ef)Face said...

I LOVE ruffles! I love anything girly...and so these statement-making ruffles are right up my alley. :) The model and photographer have really done a fabulous job of catching the movement and character of each of these gorgeous designer pieces...+sigh+ glorious...

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The Garage Starlets said...

Beautiful photos! Love the first and the last one!

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Unknown said...

Oh wauw the first pictures are so very powerful! But ruffles aren't that sexy on me haha.

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Lilli said...

Hi Sam! I still havent seen the editorial, what a shame! Is so full of style and elegance! Great choice dear, I actually am hypnotized by all the ruffled look:) I'm so totally into this trend too! The fav ever is the dress by Francesco Scognamiglio, is so dreamy and flawless! Love also the Saint Laurent and Gucci suits, Sasha looks so stunning!:) Kisses dear, hope your day is going well! xo

Maddie said...

I adore that first shot! It's amazing how a garment can move!

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Always Maylee said...

I love ruffles, they make things so fun!

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Kat said...

ruffles are so fun!! love all these looks!!!! definitely a trend im gonna play with :)

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Oh to Be a Muse said...

Oh I love the black one and the one in cobalt blue too. Great ruffles!

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Samantha Jane said...

I'm really not a ruffles kinda girl, wish i found them fun like others!

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Imke said...

Love the Marc Jacobs ruffles! Great trend!

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Rakhshan said...

very creative use of ruffles! loving all the styles! thanks for sharing sweets!! xx


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Xlovehappyx said...

the ruffles are a fun trend
i like the black dress

Unknown said...

very nice my dear:)
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FASHION TALES said...

Well, as you probably know I love ruffles and all sort of elements like this. The second outfit on the left in black is my favourite! Gorgeous! xx Enjoy your day Sam! /Madison

Carmen said...

That black and pink Balenciaga dress looks really amazing! Would loooove to wear it :D
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Daniella said...

These photos are gorgeous! I am loving a bit of ruffle this season, the designers have made detailing like this seem very chic again. I really adore the subtle approach Marni has taken with that beautiful dark navy dress :)

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Beauty Follower said...

Great editorial!

Moonstyle said...

nice post!

Anonymous said...

One model, so many beautiful outfits. The Lanvin would be favourite though.

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Loving Evelyn said...

perfect inspiration, love the first two red dresses
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Sisters In Style said...

I love your inspirations!:)))) They are gorgeous!
Kisses:)

Unknown said...

The first and the last dress took my breath away!!!
How gracious and glamorously beautiful!
I hope you are doing great my dear!

Anna and Klaudia said...

wow, these pictures are awesome!!! :)

Paola Lauretano said...

Amazing dresses.... great inspiration Sam!!!!!!
Kisses

Kacie Cone said...

I wouldn't wear it at this level of extravagance but yes I think ruffles are cute! That last blue dress is so stunning!

Living_in_aShoe said...

I love the Balenciaga dress!

Alessandra said...

Loving Marni and Francesco Scognamiglio!

Elly @ Caribbean Living said...

Ooooh I love these!! I agree, that first shot is absolutely incredible. Also loving the Marc Jacobs and Gucci takes on the trend, gorgeous. No need to apologise yesterday by the way, it's good to have different opinions! I actually agree with you, there's lots of faux horn finishes around too. Hope your week's going well!

Ice Goddhez Blog said...

Now that you brought up this thingie about ruffles, I'm now more engaged to it! I'm liking the style!!! Cool! Lovely! :) Russian beauties and styles are getting more popular!

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A Very Sweet Blog said...

These are exquisite! I think ruffles will look great on some figures. Looking forward to this trend.

Deidre said...

I'd wear a little bit of ruffle, but not too much!

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MOSAMUSE said...

love the Marc Jacobs looks!
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aki! said...

I think the garments photograph much better than they actually look!

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Nicole Perez ♕ said...

Balenciaga dresses are must haves!!! <3

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Megan, TfDiaries.com said...

love the red Xo, Megan, www.TfDiaries.com

Seepz said...

Ruffles are my favorite! Marni and Saint Laurent are my favorite from this post - These are something that are my territory and just the right amount of ruffle. A few other looks would look great for a red carpet event!

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The Dragonfruit said...

Ruffles! Haha, how fun. They are definitely a nice touch to clothing. I love it on the hemline of dresses :)

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Josie said...

I love the shot of the Gareth Pugh dress, she looks amazing! xxx

little luxury list said...

I need the Lanvin and Gucci pieces - it is all about the exaggerated, bold ruffles!

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Imogen said...

I love it as long as it is not too excessive. I like the Balenciaga looks here

Johlet said...

Some of these dresses are amazing!!!
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katie said...

Wow, that red dress is STUNNING in the first photo. It looks so different from the runway, the editorial picture really shows off the movement and the grace of the skirt and trousers, it almost looks like a flower. (Its so funny, it looks sort of interesting but "meh" at the same time on the runway but it really is just stunning in the editorial.)
The same goes for the white dress at the very end, on the runway it sort of looks like a very fancy night gown but in the editorial photos, again it just shines, it has such a mysterious, romantic look to it. It's so funny how it can photograph so differently!

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Unknown said...

These are absolutely gorgeous looks Sam - love the midnight blue dress with the peplumm, stunning!

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miasmode said...

I´m in love with the ruffled trend and I wish these awesome pieces were all mine. I have to save a "little" bit for them though :)
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Denise said...

I love ruffles! It's so feminine and beautiful! Although I am very short to wear some ruffles (really big ones), I wear some other styles, like shirts with ruffles, small ones. But I really love them and these pctures are so beautiful! As I said, I would love to be able to wear some of the dresses shown here!

Lilli said...

Hi Sam! Thanks for dropping in dear, wish you a great day! Big hugs! xo

Kati said...

Thanks for your sweet words on my last post! I always highly appreciate it when you take time to comment!
I's totally wear the Marc Jacobs dress - so pretty!

Have a great day,
-Kati

Elisabeth said...

Totally, I really like ruffles, especially on dresses and tops! Thank you for your kind words on my blog Sam!

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Izzy said...

ruffles seem so glamorous! tbh I think these styles will be difficult to pull off on the street but subtle touches of ruffle could work! :)

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Natalia | Look-A-Porter said...

Ruffles really are one of the key trends and I am a bit surprised they didn't use anything from Chloe as it was one of the best collections to highlight the trend. And I just adore Sasha - have been in love with her face for a while now. x

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Unknown said...

I have to agree with you the first photo is simply amazing !! And the last one is magical <3

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I love this pics and the looks are fabolous!!

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Why Girls Are Weird said...

I love ruffles, they're so feminine!

Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings said...

Just love the Lanvin dress! It's perfect!

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Imke said...

Thank you for your kind comment!

Xo Imke

Denisa said...

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Sandra Leiva said...

Looks amazing!!

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Jessica said...

I love ruffles. I could not be happier they are going to be in trend.

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margaret cruzemark said...

Well, not my kind of trend cause it is a little bit more feminine, but i have to say that the red dress in the first pic is gorgeous!
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Anonymous said...

great post :))

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness! That first red one:) absolutely stunning!!

Ileana said...

I love the third one!!! It is sooo goergeous! :D
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Unknown said...

Wow! First and second dress! <3

Unknown said...

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MateaTPol said...

amazing collection!

em.me.ma said...

lovely! i always love frills.

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Stella said...

I think I wouldn't wear ruffles but on some women may look nice!
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Anonymous said...

I absolutely love ruffles-- and I sure hope they stay around and highten because I don't want to do without!


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miss b said...

I would definitely wear a toned down version of the ruffles like the shirt which contrasts so well with the tailored Saint Laurent suit. The ice blue gowns are such a pretty colour and romantic style.
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Tamara Chloé said...

I would totally wear this!!
I love it's dramatic feel en allure!!
this is SOOO me!!

Great photos and so inspiring.

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Anonymous said...

It's worrying how much this excites me!
I LOVE ruffles!!

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