Ultimate Summer Refresh: Breathtaking Ruffles

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That golden summer light streaming through your windows? It’s practically begging for a decor refresh. And this season’s most unexpected comeback kid? Ruffles.

But forget what you think you know – we’re talking sophisticated waves and ethereal flounces that feel less “vintage dollhouse” and more “French country meets modern dream home.”

These romantic ripples of fabric are having their main character moment, showing up everywhere from billowing linen curtains to cloud-like bedding that makes every morning feel like waking up in a boutique hotel.

The best part?

You can dial the drama up or down. Maybe it’s just a whisper of ruffle on a throw pillow, or perhaps you’re ready to go all-in with a cascading table runner that makes every dinner feel special.

Ready to add some gentle movement to your space? We’ve curated our favourite ruffle-touched pieces that strike that perfect balance between playful and sophisticated.

Each one is summer charm incarnate, promising to bring a touch of that vacation-at-home feeling to your everyday spaces.

Multocolour striped bedding with ruffles — **BLUE BELL GRAY**

Gaaee Frilly Duvet Cover Set, From £90

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colourful cocktail napkins with ruffles — **ANTHROPOLOGIE**

Set of 4 Pernille Rosenkilde Cocktail Napkins, £36

yellow floral eye mask with pink ruffle trim — **OLIVER BONAS**

Valerie Floral Yellow Eye Mask, £16.50

Green gingham table napkins with purple ruffles — **LA REDOUTE**

Set of 4 Trattoria Gingham Cotton and Linen Table Napkins, £20

small yellow and blue ruffle lamp — **MOLLY MAHON**

Flirty Skirt – Seed – Sky Blue Trim, £55

blue and pink floral cushion with ruffles — **COCO & WOLF / LIBERTY.**

Betsy Grey Betsy Rose and Capel Double Ruffle Squared Cushion, £79

red and purple check cushion — **HARVEY NICHOLS**

SEEKD Red and Lilac Check Ruffle Cushion, £135

flirty skirt floral lampshade with ruffles — **MOLLY MAHON**

Flirty Skirt Lampshade – Tulip, £75

Washed Lilac Ruffle Duvet Set, From £55

red and pink stripe table runner — **ALB x KITRI**

Pink Striped Table Runner, £60

Truly Ruffle Hem Rectangular Linen Tablecloth, £125

pink and green ruffle hem cushion — **ANTHROPOLOGIE**

Projektityyny Sirkus Frill Cushion, £88

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Whether you’re draping your windows in dreamy ruffled linen or adding a few flounced throw pillows, these romantic details can transform any space into your own little slice of summer serenity.

Start small with a ruffled cotton throw draped casually over your favorite reading chair, or go bold with statement bedding that makes every morning feel like waking up in a sun-drenched Mediterranean villa.

The beauty of this trend lies in its versatility – layer different textures for depth (think: crisp linen meets soft cotton), play with scale (subtle ripples alongside dramatic waves), or stick to tone-on-tone for an elevated look that whispers rather than shouts. And here’s the thing about ruffles: they bring movement to a room even when there’s no breeze.

Remember, decorating should feel joyful, not prescriptive. Trust your instincts, embrace what makes you smile, and don’t be afraid to break the “rules.”