9 Best Bed Skirts and Dust Ruffles for Elegant Frills in 2026

The Best Bed Skirts for Manifesting Fairytale BedscapesEyelets, ruffles, and tailored pleats for playing dress upDesigner Frances Merrill composed a symphony of brilliant hues in the primary bedroom of this Los Angeles home with a bed skirt from Vervian linen.Photo: Laure JolietDust ruffles may have gone the way of the dodo after their heyday in the maximalist ’80s, but the absolute best bed skirts (done up in cottagecore ginghams and frothy sateens) are putting the antiquated bed dressing back on the map.Typically placed atop a box spring or bed frame, their drape helps to keep dust bunnies from piling up under the bed. They fell out of favor in recent decades as minimal, bare-bones bed setups took over, but their comeback is underway, as shown by trends like Jane Austen interiors on the rise, and cottagecore dominating the homes of A-listers.Perhaps this shouldn’t come as a surprise, as the charms of a bed skirt are many. Practically speaking for those who appreciate under-bed storage, a valance also keeps clutter conveniently hidden. Depending on the rest of the bedroom decor—whether pared-back and minimal or ruffled and romantic—the extra pattern and texture can imbue everything from hotel-like polish to countryside coziness.Ready to get reacquainted? Below, we’ve found nine high-quality options that harness the bed skirt’s nostalgic allure, with enough modern appeal to plant it firmly in the present day.Our Top Picks for the Best Bed SkirtsBest DetailsSerena & Lily Wave BedskirtRead moreBest Traditional Bed SkirtAnnie Selke Classic Hemstitch Bed SkirtRead moreBest Tailored Bed SkirtQuince European Linen Bed SkirtRead moreAll prices listed reflect the queen size version of each bed skirt where available.Our Top PicksMore AD-Approved Bed SkirtsFAQsBest DetailsSerena & Lily Wave BedskirtMaterial: 100% combed cotton percaleSizes: Twin, queen, kingThis lightweight, 100% cotton percale bed skirt blends tailored sophistication with a sense of play. In addition to white, it’s available in four nautical shades (we’re partial to red hot Lobster and cool French Blue). Each sale supports efforts to rid the ocean of toxic plastics and pollution.Best Traditional Bed SkirtAnnie Selke Classic Hemstitch Bed SkirtMaterial: 100% cottonSizes: Twin, full, queen, kingCrisp, clean, and classic for any kind of bedroom setup, this 100% cotton option from Annie Selke features split corners, ornamental stitching, and a generous 18-inch drop. For those interested in completing the look, the Classic Hemstitch collection includes pillowcases, shams, a duvet cover, and sheet set.Best Tailored Bed SkirtQuince European Linen Bed SkirtMaterial: Skirt: 100% European Linen, Deck: 100% PolyesterSizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California kingSlightly more contemporary than the Annie Selke hemstitch is this pleated bed skirt from Quince. The tight corners and single pleat give it the no-nonsense look of modern luxury hotels. The skirt comes in two drop lengths—15 inches for something that coasts just above the floor, and 18 inches for something with a small bit of drape. We’d pair this piece with monochrome sheets and a simple bedspread for a no-fuss, high-end look.For a Coastal LookThe Company Store Eyelet Scallop Cotton Percale Bed SkirtMaterial: 100% combed cotton percaleSizes: Twin, full, queen, kingDreamy details are at the center of this classic, coastal-influenced design. Eyelet embellishments and a sweetly scalloped edge lend some youthful energy to the already airy cotton percale construction.For the Cottagecore ConvertPiglet In Bed Gingham Linen Bed SkirtMaterial: 55% European linen and 45% long staple cottonSizes: Twin, full, queen, kingTreat your space to a cottagecore makeover with Piglet in Bed’s signature gingham—a look that’s a brand bestseller for a reason. Made from Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified materials, this cotton and linen bedding has it all: style, sustainability, and ease (it’s machine washable and looks even better when a little rumpled).A Little Bit RivieraBokser Home French Linen Bed SkirtMaterial: 100% cottonSizes: Twin XL, California kingThe matcha shade of this bed skirt can offset a bright or warm white bedding setup for dimensionality. The earthy green creates a grounding effect, especially when parallel with the floor, so that your bed becomes something of a lily pad. Matcha, Clay, and a deep blue Baltic variation approach the same tranquility, with clean lines that feel modern but not severe, thanks to the soft drape of 100% French linen.Annie Selke Lush Linen Bed SkirtMaterial: 100% Linen with 100% Rayon liningSizes: Twin, full/queen, kingA pitch-perfect center pleat sets this three-panel bed skirt apart. Its look is somehow both easy-breezy and neat-as-a-pin—the former thanks to its 100% linen construction; the latter due to its menswear-inspired design.GreenRow Cotton Crochet Bed SkirtMaterial: 100% cotton percaleSizes: Twin, full, queen, king, California kingFor fans of the Six Bells world, this crochet bed skirt manifests your many period-dress dreams. This looks like a true relic of 19th-century bedding, with carefully crocheted floral work that looks whimsical and tasteful at once. A scalloped coverlet would finish the job here, and maybe a couple of bed pillows piped with a bright red case.GreenRow Maisie Bed SkirtMaterial: Dependent on fabric selectionSizes: Twin, queen, kingWith over 30 fabric options, this split bed skirt is designed with a headboard in mind. The pleated piece comes in big floral prints, ginghams, dyed linens, jacquards, and a whole host of other personality picks for creating a bed that feels precisely within your design sensibilities. Those in search of a statement bed have found it—it doesn’t get much more maximalist than a bed upholstered in yellow plaid with a draping bed skirt to match.FAQsHow do I know if I need a bed skirt?A bed skirt—also known as a dust ruffle—comes in handy when trying to conceal a box spring or the forever-accruing items that beg for under-bed storage. It’s also the first step many designers recommend for styling a bed, as it adds a refined, dainty feel that doesn’t distract from the bed or room.Can I use a bed skirt without a box spring?Yes! While many bed skirt directions will indicate how to install with a box spring, you can add a bed skirt with ease on platform beds or bed frames sans box springs. They can be attached directly to the frame or around the mattress foundation using pins, Velcro, or sewing it into the mattress base itself.Should a bed skirt touch the floor?Ideally, if you’re going for a tailored look, it just barely grazes the floor. You’ll want to measure the drop length from the top of your box spring (or the base of your mattress if you don’t have a box spring), as well as the length and width of your box spring, or the dimensions of your bed frame just underneath your mattress. Some prefer a more puddled look for their bed skirt, in which case you can add four to five inches to your initial drop-length measurement.Do wrap-around bed skirts stay in place?Look for elastic bands and non-slip backing when shopping for bed skirts. Ideally (and usually), you can find a bed skirt that is built for anti-budging, and an elastic wrap and the mitered corners of a bed skirt keep it in place.Shoko Wanger is a freelance writer and editor based in New York City. Over the last ten years, her writing has focused primarily on interiors, with work appearing in Architectural Digest, Sight Unseen, Domino, House Beautiful, Freunde von Freunden, and more. ... Read More