If you know me well, you'll know that dresses are basically my second skin. In fact, on most days, you can spot me in some type of dress, whether it's a comfy tank dress to work in at home or a pretty floral frock for a weekend brunch. There is one particular style I'm obsessed with at the moment: ruched dresses. As it's one of the prettiest styles out there this season, I've spotted them all over the fashion set, on my feed, and at my favorite retailers this summer.
The Business of Fashion defines ruching as a "gathered overlay of fabric strips that are pleated, fluted, or gathered together to create a ripple-like effect" and, in my eyes, an Insta-worthy effect! There's something alluringly romantic about the fabric detailing, and it is the perfect choice when you want to wear a dress that feels that little more "special."
So if you love the trend as much as me, take a peek below at some of my favorite ruched dresses. From side-seam ruching to gathered-tie necklines and pleated busts, these will unquestionably add a dreamy and captivating touch to your summer looks.
The prettiest ruched bodice I've laid my eyes on.
Simple yet striking.
Tank dresses with elevated ruched side seams are having a major moment right now.
What a lovely hue.
Such a charming LWD.
Another ruched tank dress for the win.
Obsessed.
Ulla Johnson always gets it right.
The ruched shirtdress every cool fashion girl has been spotted in this summer.
The subtle gathered front-tie detail is a '90s trend we're loving right now.
Easy to dress up or down.
Okay, stunning.
The tiered ruched detail gives this a romantic touch.
The perfect dress for alfresco cocktails with friends.
I have a feeling this will sell out quickly.
Your date-night dress, found.
For your next special event.
The pleated bust detail is so pretty.
Wear with flats and heels alike.
Scoop it up while it's still on sale.
Not your average white dress.
Expect plenty of compliments.
The ruched side-tie detail will add interest to your look.
No one will guess this is under $60.
We're already thinking of all the occasions to wear this.
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