A black ruffle top is one of those pieces that makes jeans feel dressed without turning the whole outfit into an occasion. The original Ulla Johnson Leoda top in this post is an older style. For a similar look, the Ulla Johnson Ilyana silk top in Noir has flutter sleeves, chiffon ruffles and a lace-up V-neckline. It is a different cut, with the same soft, dressed-up feeling.
Black silk and chiffon ruffles by Ulla Johnson
The Ilyana mixes washed silk-satin with sheer chiffon details. Its relaxed shape looks good with straight-leg jeans, especially when the hem is tucked in just enough to show the waistband. Add a small bag and a low heel for dinner, or keep the shoes flat for a day out.
For holiday dinners, I like the idea of black on black: this ruffle top with a slim skirt or tailored trousers, then a little shine from earrings. The ruffles do enough on their own, so there is no need for a busy necklace.
This is not the original off-the-shoulder Leoda blouse. The Ilyana black ruffle blouse is the similar style to consider when you want a soft black top with a bit more detail than a plain tee.
