Abstract: An improved dust ruffle which can be placed on the bedding without first removing the bedding mattress from the box spring. The dust ruffle has interlining strips which are tucked between the mattress and box spring around the perimeter of the bed. The inside edge of the interlining has a relatively inelastic tape sewn to it which is used for straightening the dust ruffle by exerting tension on it. Pull loops may be provided attached to the tape at the inside corners of the interlining to facilitate tensioning of the tape for straightening. The ends of the tape may be tied together using a knot or by crossing the ends and securing them by snap type fasteners or other fasteners.