The dress has long been considered the most common type of women's clothing. Due to the ever-expanding variety of professions, hobbies, and various types of leisure, against the backdrop of classic dresses, new styles and types of cut of an irreplaceable women's outfit have appeared. However, one condition remained unchanged - a woman’s dress should make the owner attractive, regardless of the situation and type of activity.
Therefore, it is not surprising that dresses play a dominant role at the shows of fashion house collections. One of the reasons for such popularity is the completely democratic approach to the style and cut of the oldest outfit. In order not to get confused in all the variety of types of women's dresses, it is important to know what influences the style of the dress.
Silhouette
Absolutely all dresses, regardless of style, differ in the contour of the garment, which varies in the degree of fit to the figure.
For example, a fitted silhouette is characterized by a tight fit, both in the bodice and in the hips. Its main difference from other types of silhouette is the well-emphasized waistline. This is an excellent choice for slender girls.
The semi-fitted silhouette does not require its owner to have an ideal figure. Clothing with a semi-fitted silhouette can fit snugly in the chest area, but in the hip area it only slightly emphasizes the dignity of its owner.
A straight or loose silhouette is characterized by freedom of movement, since dresses tailored in accordance with this silhouette resemble a rectangle. This is an excellent option for relaxation and for every day, because such clothes will not restrict movement.
Style
The main styles of women's dresses include:
- classical
- folklore
- business
- sports
- everyday
- elegant
- evening.
A classic dress is distinguished by rigor in lines and restraint in decoration. Good quality material, moderation, and the absence of flashy extravagance are integral components of conservative clothing. The most famous classic dress is the little black dress.
Business style dresses are very similar to classic ones. They should not be too flashy or bright, but can reflect the latest fashion trends.
Dresses in sporty, casual and folk styles are characterized by freedom of movement and practicality. Elegant and evening styles are dresses for special occasions: wedding ceremonies, proms, cocktail parties, etc.
Varieties of stylesEvening
Evening dresses are worn for special occasions. They are designed to turn any woman into a queen. Perhaps this is why evening dresses are an integral part of fashion shows and red carpets. As a rule, the length of an evening dress should be floor-length, but lately some fashionistas have allowed themselves to wear an extravagant short dress. Silhouettes for an evening dress can be fitted, semi-fitted, so-called “A-shaped”, in the Empire style and Greek style. Evening dresses can be richly decorated with handmade embroidery, or made of expensive material without excessive trim.
Cocktail
This subspecies of classic dresses for special occasions, which is rightfully considered the birthplace of the USA, is distinguished by the absence of sleeves and a collar. This is a mandatory attribute of corporate events and parties starting before seven o'clock in the evening. But this dress can also be worn on a date to a restaurant. The length of a cocktail dress usually barely reaches mid-knee. It is made from “extra-class” fabrics: velvet, satin, chiffon, silk.
Graduation
Although these dresses are classified as evening dresses, young ladies are allowed to show all their individuality in an extravagant prom dress. There are no particularly strict limits here. Most likely, the same rules will apply to prom dresses as to sports ballroom dresses: comfortable for dancing and sophisticated finishing. Although most girls still prefer classic dresses for special occasions: corset or corsage items, with a flared or fluffy bottom, floor-length, with an open back or with a bolero jacket.
Wedding
This is a dress that is intended exclusively for the wedding ceremony. Dresses for weddings vary depending on the culture and taste preferences of both the bride and groom. In cut it can be straight, fluffy, with a corset, “fantasy”, “little mermaid”, “empire”, “baroque”, etc. In style: classic or romantic. A classic wedding dress is characterized by strict lines and moderation in decoration.
The most common “representatives” of the classic wedding dress are: Greek, Empire style, fitted straight, floor-length, etc. A romantic wedding dress is almost always associated with a princess. It is distinguished by a lush hem and an abundance of decorations: embroidery, draperies, lace, folds, flowers, etc. Such dresses are sewn from lace or jacquard fabrics.
Ethnic style
An ethno-dress, or a “folk-style” dress, is a dress stylized to resemble the national costume of a certain people. Today, there are many subtypes of ethno style: Russian rustic, Indian, Arabic, African, gaucho style, gypsy, country, etc. Dresses in the “ethnic” style are usually made from natural materials. They are distinguished by either a straight or trapezoidal silhouette.
Retro style
Although we can definitely say about dresses in “retro style” that they are borrowed from the past, the framework that defines this trend in clothing is quite vague. For some, retro is the fashion of the 20s of the last century. For others, retro dresses came from the 70s.
In any case, this style is characterized by a return to the past. Today, dresses in the style of a la garçon, New Look, steam punk, gothic, vintage, and art deco are quite popular.
Sports
Sports style dresses are loose-fitting, practical and comfortable. They are made from materials that are stretchable, hygroscopic and breathable. These are dresses for active women. They are perfect for everyday wear, relaxation and even sports.
Sports-cut dresses usually have pockets, clear geometric lines, and finishing stitches. Examples: dresses in casual style, jockey style, military, safari, colonial, nautical.
Beach
Beach dresses include a tunic dress and a shirt dress. In style they can be ethnic or sporty. Made from light, natural translucent fabrics in light colors.
Disco style
These dresses are a great choice for parties. They are easily recognized by the abundance of sequins, rhinestones, and other shiny elements. Disco dresses are made from bright, shiny materials with a metallic sheen.
Eco style
One of the most popular trends in clothing. Eco-style dresses are made exclusively from natural materials. Naturalness is visible in the cut. Fabrics are selected with natural, plant patterns, close to natural tones.
National peculiarity
Sarong
This is the traditional clothing of women in Oceania and Southeast Asia. It is like a long skirt, tied above the chest and falling to the ankles. This dress is excellent protection from the scorching sun and overheating.
Kimono
Traditional women's outfit, worn with a wrap on the right side. In appearance, the kimono is similar to an ordinary robe without buttons and a collar, straight cut with one-piece sleeves. It is sewn mainly from natural fabrics with hand-applied designs. For sewing, a single piece of material up to 26 meters long and up to a meter wide is used. The style of a kimono can be casual or festive.
Sari
Sari is the clothing of Indian women, which is a piece of fabric up to 9 meters long. The saree is wrapped around the body and worn with a petticoat and blouse. The modern saree is a richly decorated women's garment that is unique in its kind.
Top cut
Corsage
The corsage dress features inserts sewn into the upper part to add rigidity and create a slender silhouette. It has no straps or sleeves.
Sheath dress
A fitted, tapered dress, mid-knee length, which is an integral part of a woman's wardrobe. A distinctive feature of the sheath dress is the absence of a seam along the waistline. In addition, this dress does not have a collar, and the neck has a rounded shape. The classic sheath dress has no sleeves.
Dress shirt
This practical dress style is similar to an elongated men's shirt. It can be semi-fitted or straight and worn with or without a belt. The main advantage is comfort and practicality.
Wrap dress
The dress, invented 40 years ago by Diane von Furstenberg, is simplicity and versatility. This “piece of fabric” with sleeves perfectly hides figure flaws. Suitable for both everyday wear and special occasions.
Dress with American armhole
This dress features an armhole reminiscent of a top or raglan sleeve armhole. Although the American dress adds femininity to evening wear, it is suitable only for petite women with a thin waist.
Chiongsam (qipao)
This dress is reminiscent of a long Chinese shirt, a fitted silhouette, with an oblique fastening, a stand-up collar and side slits. The qipao fabric is decorated with floral motifs and dragon images.
Bottom cut
Flared (tutu dress)
Dresses with varying degrees of flaring along the hemline. These can be ordinary everyday models, or dresses for special occasions. The latter option uses additional layers of fabric to add fullness and volume. In addition, there are dresses reminiscent of a ballet tutu - a fluffy multi-layered ballerina skirt, sewn using a special technology.
Year dress
In this model, the bottom is cut like a year skirt, reminiscent of an inverted glass. The fabric fits at the hips and flares sharply along the hemline. The most famous long dresses are: “fish”, “little mermaid”.
Dress with a train
Dresses with a train - a varying degree of elongated hem on the back of the skirt. These are usually dresses for special occasions. Some models may have a train in the form of a bustle for a special effect.
Balloon dress
Dresses with folds along the waistline, gathered along the bottom line. A universal style that perfectly hides imperfections and is perfect for thin women. It can be either a casual, business option or a festive one. There are different variations of the balloon dress, but the most popular are the tulip dress and the bell dress.
Asymmetrical dress
Dresses with an asymmetrical (disproportionate) bottom (hem). Typically these are dresses that are short in the front and long in the back. Or asymmetry may appear on one of the sides along the bottom line.
Sleeve shape
Without sleeves
Such dresses are usually called corset or corsage dresses, as well as bustier dresses. These are dresses without straps and sleeves, with a rigid or elasticated bodice.
Sundress
A type of women's dress with straps. Sundresses can be straight, flared, with a front seam, closed, and also with a bodice.
Dress tunic
A straight, shirt-like dress without a collar with two side slits (armholes) for the arms. May vary in length. Made from two pieces of cloth, it is worn over the head. This dress can be worn with or without a belt.
Bat dress
Dress with wide, one-piece sleeves reminiscent of a bat's wing. Looks especially impressive in evening models.
Raglan dress
Dress with raglan sleeves, cut together with the shoulder part of the back and front. Used in sports models. They differ in shape, number of seams, and shape of the armhole line.
1 Piece Dress
Dresses cut with another part of the clothing: collar, sleeve, facings, etc.
Dresses with set-in sleeves
The most common type of women's dress. It is distinguished by convenience and functionality. Compatible with any style and silhouette.
Life consists not only of everyday life; holidays also happen from time to time. And if you can wear a regular dress to friendly gatherings, then there are times when an evening dress is necessary.
Nowadays, the choice of evening dresses is practically unlimited; you can find an outfit to suit every taste and budget. But for some reason, some girls manage to look charming, while others don’t like the chosen dress? The whole point is that you need to learn how to choose the right styles of evening dresses, taking into account the characteristics of your physique.
Photos of beautiful models, of course, can help in choosing. But only those with ideal figures can afford to buy dresses without trying them on, since almost everything suits them. The rest need to choose the style of the evening dress so that the clothes successfully hide what they would like to hide, emphasizing the most advantageous features of the figure.
When considering the styles of fashionable evening dresses, you should first decide on the length of the dress. Minis are rarely used to create an evening look; the most popular length for an evening dress is midi or floor-length.
Many girls prefer evening dresses that are knee-length or slightly higher. This is a more versatile option than a long dress, as a midi-length dress is appropriate in almost any situation. If you adhere to generally accepted standards for choosing evening dresses, then they recommend wearing short dresses to all events that start before seven in the evening.
The styles of short evening dresses are no less varied than dresses with floor-length skirts.
Case
The sheath dress looks elegant and, at the same time, gentle. This is a model with a semi-fitting silhouette that does not have a horizontal cutting line. The fit is achieved through vertically located darts on the front and back of the dress.
Thanks to this cut, the silhouette is visually stretched, that is, a fashionista wearing a sheath dress looks taller and slimmer. This style is universal; dresses of this cut are sewn for both work and special occasions. But in the latter case, more refined fabrics are chosen. A sheath dress made of satin or guipure on a silk cover looks great.
This style is perfect for women over 40 years old, but it also looks great on young fashionistas. The case fits well with any type of figure. However, girls with curves should wear shapewear to hide their fullness.
Balloon
Fashionable styles of summer evening dresses include a short dress with a balloon skirt. This name was given to a skirt of an original shape with an oval silhouette. This model is a bit like a tulip skirt, tapering at the bottom, but is fuller and more voluminous.
The skirt is made flared or straight, in the form of a wide “pipe”, gathered into small pleats at the waist. Such a skirt is sewn with a lining, and the lower edge of the upper skirt is folded and sewn to the lining. Thanks to this technique, the hem of the finished skirt is voluminous.
The top of the dress can be corseted with open shoulders or closed with a neckline of any shape. Balloon dresses are made from well-draped fabrics - silk, satin. The color can be either neutral or bright.
Baby dollars
Flirty and cute dresses of this style are perfect for young and slender girls. Dresses of this style have details widely used in children's clothing - bows, puffed sleeves, ruffles. But along with these cute details, provocative elements are used in the dresses - deep necklines, translucent inserts. Thus, the image turns out to be sexy and innocent at the same time.
The characteristic features of the dress are a high waist and a full skirt; sometimes the skirts are multi-layered.
Imperial style
This style is the antagonist of corset dresses, as it involves completely covered shoulders. In addition, a characteristic feature of the style is a V-shaped neckline. The outfit can be made with long sleeves. As a rule, they are made flared, gathered at the bottom with narrow cuffs. Sleeves can be made of translucent fabric, such as chiffon. The length of the imperial style dress can be any. They are often sewn to knee length, but there are also models with floor-length skirts.
This style is ideal for overweight girls, as it will allow them to demonstrate a luxurious neckline and hide the less graceful features of their figure.
Long
No less interesting and varied are the styles of long evening dresses. This outfit is ideal for special occasions; long dresses are usually worn at an official reception, anniversary and other significant occasions.
Ballroom
One of the most popular options for evening dresses with floor-length skirts are ballroom models. The difference is a tight-fitting corset top and light fluffy skirts. Of course, such a luxurious outfit should be chosen only for the most significant events. Ball gowns are typically worn to weddings or proms.
The corset top of the dress can be either completely open or quite modest. Skirts are made multi-layered, and the lower layers are sewn from light but quite stiff fabric, for example, tulle. Skirts can also be given fullness by sewn-in hoops. However, skirts with hoops are extremely uncomfortable to wear, as it will be difficult to sit in a chair or in a car.
Ball gowns are made from light fabrics, with silk and satin in first place in popularity. Embroidery, rhinestones, and lace are used for decoration.
A-line
A universal solution is a dress with an A-line silhouette. It doesn’t look as pretentious as a ballroom one, but at the same time, no less elegant.
An A-line dress will suit everyone without exception. Young fashionistas can choose the option with a full skirt, ladies of an elegant age will prefer a model whose skirt resembles a trapezoid in shape. In the latter case, you need to rely on the beauty of the fabric. You can sew such an outfit from shiny satin or textured jacquard. Dresses of this style made of velvet look noble. Sometimes A-line dresses are made from knitwear, choosing a variety of this material that drapes well.
The upper part of the dress can be made in the form of a corset with wide or narrow straps, but no less popular is the bodice with completely covered shoulders, as in imperial-style dresses.
Mermaid
This current style is an excellent choice for girls with a proportional build., whose silhouette resembles a guitar. The mermaid cut dress perfectly emphasizes all the curves of the figure.
The flared skirt starts from the mid-thigh line or slightly below. The skirt can be cut-off or one-piece.
A mermaid dress can be made with an open back, in which case it is made with a completely closed top and long narrow sleeves.
Direct
A long straight dress can look incredibly impressive. This can be achieved through the use of beautiful fabrics, as well as a variety of decor and expressive details.
Dresses can have necklines of various shapes, but the most popular is the V-neckline. It is not uncommon to see straight dresses with a deep neckline at the back. The neckline can be completely open, or decorated with interlocking straps or a lace insert.
Straight models may not have a horizontal cut, but there are also dresses with a low waistline. To make a straight skirt more comfortable, it is sewn with pleats. Daring fashionistas can choose a dress with a high slit, allowing them to show off their slender legs. Straight dresses are made from both light and fairly dense fabrics, such as velor or brocade.
Empire style
Recently, models of evening dresses with a high waistline have become popular. Empire style is an exquisite style; for sewing dresses in this style, only light and airy fabrics are used that form beautiful folds.
The bodice of dresses of this style is usually decorated with lace, embroidery, and rhinestones. The dress can be with straps or with covered shoulders and puffed sleeves.
Greek style
Dresses in the Greek style are also distinguished by a high waist. A characteristic feature of dresses of this style are beautiful draperies and softly flowing skirts.
Empire and Greek style are the best styles of evening dresses for pregnant women. Thanks to their special cut, dresses perfectly hide a rounded waist and protruding tummy.
Asymmetrical
Today, dresses with asymmetrical details are very popular. The skirt can be asymmetrical. It is made short at the front and long, reaching the floor level at the back. This cut option is especially recommended for short girls, since floor-length dresses simply do not suit them.
The bodice neckline can also be asymmetrical. When using this cut, one shoulder is left completely open, and the bodice is held in place by one strap. Such dresses often have large decorations on the shoulder, for example, a brooch in the shape of a flower.
How to choose the right style?
Slender and tall girls can choose any dress that suits them; almost any style suits them. But how to choose the style of an evening dress for obese women? How to disguise existing figure flaws?
First of all, you need to find out what type of figure the girl has. The choice of styles will depend on this.
- . This is a common body type in which the hip line is significantly wider than the shoulder line. In this case, you can choose models with an A-shaped silhouette; ball gowns, as well as dresses in the Greek style and Empire style, will look great on such a figure. Mini length dresses should be avoided. Mermaid cut dresses can be worn as long as you are not overweight. To balance your figure, you need to draw attention to the shoulder line, for example, choose an option with an asymmetrical neckline and large decoration on the shoulder.
- . With this body type, the shoulders are much wider than the hip line. Fashionistas with this type of figure should not choose models with completely bare shoulders, but outfits with an American armhole are ideal for them. Fluffy dress skirts can add extra volume to too-narrow hips.
- . With this body type, the waist is not pronounced. Girls with this type of figure are ideally suited to models with a high waistline. But all dresses “at the waist” are “taboo” for them.
How to use a dress to hide figure flaws?
Excessive fatness is not the only drawback of the figure. There are no ideal people, but if you choose the right styles of dresses, then no one will even guess about the existing shortcomings.
Excessive thinness is not in fashion today; to hide too thin arms and legs, you should choose models with a floor-length skirt and long flared sleeves. Full skirts will help add volume to your hips.
If a fashionista wants to visually enlarge her bust, then she needs to choose dress models in which the main decor is located in the décolleté area. Draperies, frills and ruffles can help make your bust look fuller.
How to emphasize your advantages?
It’s a sin to hide a beautiful figure with a thin waist and a beautiful hip line in shapeless outfits. Girls with graceful curves should choose mermaid-cut dresses. Any fitted model will look great on them.
If a fashionista has a beautiful shoulder line and a seductive bust, then you should choose dress models with a corset. They completely expose the shoulders or are held on by thin straps. For plump girls with a beautiful bust, instead of a corset, it is better to wear an imperial style model with closed shoulders and a deep V-neck.
Beautiful slender legs should not be hidden under a long skirt; it is better to choose a short dress or prefer an outfit with an asymmetrical skirt or a high slit.
So, there are a wide variety of styles of evening dresses. If you take into account the characteristics of your physique when choosing, then at a holiday or special event you will be the most beautiful.
Dresses, like no other clothing, can emphasize femininity, fragility and irresistibility. Capricious fashion every year puts forward new demands from which we should build. Designers try to please everyone, because it is in their interests that our wardrobe is replenished with new models. So let's look at what types of women's dresses are relevant today.
What types of dresses are there?
The most feminine element of clothing is presented today in a huge variety of styles of different styles. Dresses can be divided into the following types: casual, evening, cocktail, business style, and wedding. They come in maxi, mini and midi lengths.
Today it plays an important role in the fashionable life of every woman, so it cannot be attributed to any specific type. Depending on the decoration, accessories and decorations, it can be worn to a formal event or to work in the office.
Types of dresses and their names
The sheath dress is considered the most popular style in the world of business clothing. Thanks to the strict and straight silhouette, the absence of a collar and sleeves, you can feel elegant and attractive, even on a gray working day.
Unique in their own way. Designers see them as guardians of fashion and style, and try to convey through them all the romance and femininity of past times.
Dresses in the Greek style fascinate with luxurious flowing folds and exquisite bodices. These styles are very popular in wedding fashion.
The A-line silhouette is present in almost all new collections. Designers love to present this style, as such dresses look incredibly sexy and impressive.
As for the types of light women's dresses, it is worth noting sundresses, kimono dresses, tunics, shirt dresses and sports models. But professional stylists also highlight the following models:
- Cover up is a sexy sheer mini dress that is usually worn over a swimsuit or bikini.
- Fit-and-flare dress - starts with a tight-fitting top with thin straps or without them at all, and ends with a short, sharply flared skirt.
- Hoodie dress is a dress with a hood that can be worn with leggings or jeans.
- Surplice dress is a short dress with a V-neck and three-quarter sleeves.
- Chemise - Looks like a big loose shirt.
Types of evening dresses
Dresses for official and special occasions are usually made from expensive and refined materials, decorated with expensive trim and elements. The main features of such dresses are the absence of sleeves, deep necklines, open shoulders and back.
A cocktail dress is a glamorous 40s-style outfit that falls just above or below the knee and is ideal for evening events.
Modern fashion loves to stun, so extravagant tutu dresses no longer surprise anyone. Dance fashion has always influenced women's wardrobes, so you can safely wear a shocking outfit - it's fashionable!
An exciting wrap dress made famous by Diane Von Furstenburg; it can highlight all the advantages of a figure and turn all eyes on itself.
Dresses in Chinese or oriental style will always add mystery and exoticism.
As you already understand, there are many types of dress silhouettes, so every self-respecting woman should have at least several styles in her arsenal. It’s very easy to be feminine and gentle with a dress, remember this!
No woman's wardrobe is complete without a dress. And it is not alone there. Any representative of the fair sex is the owner of everyday and evening dresses, business and extravagant, long (read what to wear with) and short, with a neckline and closed neck, black and bright, woolen and chiffon. The variety of models is simply enormous. Not every man is able to understand these wonders of a woman's wardrobe.
So, how do numerous women's dresses differ from each other? Is it just the type of fabric and name?
There are many different types of dress styles. Despite the fact that new ones appear almost every season, once outdated models also sometimes return to the fashion Olympus. The most popular models of women's dresses these days include:
- Balloon;
- Case;
- Tunic;
- Sari;
- Polo;
- Shirt and others.
The balloon dress is named after the shape of the skirt, which, due to its volume, perfectly hides the hips. This is a good option for both everyday wear and going out.
Polo is a sports option that came to us from the English fashion of the century before last. It is characterized by monochromatic colors, a patch pocket (one or two symmetrical), buttons at the top, a stand-up collar, and knitted fabric.
The shirt dress is especially popular these days, as types of women's dresses that combine elements of men's and women's fashion are becoming increasingly common. For the same reason, colors are chosen in the “unisex” style - large check, plain denim, gray, dark colors.
A sundress is an ideal option for hot summers and beach holidays. This is a dress that is usually made of lightweight fabric and differs from other styles in its loose fit and the presence of straps or thin straps.
Sari is a well-known type of clothing for Indian women. The actual dress of this style was usually a large piece of fabric that was wrapped around the body in a specific way. European women succumbed to Asian fashion trends and began to wear saris, only now they are sewn ready-made in factories, and are not a piece of fabric.
A tunic is a dress characterized by a loose cut. Can be made from various fabrics and have different lengths. The presence of sleeves and side slits is optional, but possible. Short tunics can even be worn with trousers or leggings.
An excellent choice for business women is a dress called a sheath. Medium length, lock on the back, most often sleeveless, calm colors - these are the main characteristics of this model. Ideal for a graceful female figure that is not prone to being overweight.
We should also say something about wedding dresses. Modern models of outfits for the main event in life amaze with the variety of styles and even colors, without limiting the choice to traditional white. The style of such a dress is chosen depending on the characteristics of the bride’s figure in order to emphasize existing advantages and hide flaws. The most famous types of models are empire (high waist, belt), ball (very full skirt, corset, neckline), straight (tight-fitting, straight along the entire length), mermaid (straight to the knees, fluffy below the knees), princess (a-line skirt ). Color options are limited only by your imagination - white, cream, champagne, pink, with a pattern... Brave people even choose red. We recommend reading the advice of our stylists - it will definitely come in handy for future brides.
Sleeves and their varieties
The sleeve of a dress is one of the main elements of clothing, on which the overall impression of the outfit largely depends. They may not exist, but if they are available, they are as diverse as possible.
The most famous types of dress sleeves include: tulip, three-quarter, bell, flutter, flounce, batman, raglan, bishop. They differ from each other in the type of cut, length, presence or absence of cuffs and fasteners.
Neckline on the dress
The types of necklines on women's dresses are also numerous and can satisfy even the most demanding taste and hide flaws or emphasize the advantages of any figure. Necks do the same job well. So, to hide a broad-shouldered figure, you should choose a dress with an asymmetrical neckline. A revealing neckline called a “halter” will help to visually increase your height. Narrow-faced and long-necked beauties need to choose dresses without a neckline, with a high neckline, reminiscent of a sweater or turtleneck. But for those with a short and thin neck, a dress with a high round neckline will suit them. For each type of neckline or neckline, you need to choose the right jewelry so that hidden flaws do not suddenly become emphasized.
Variety of collars
The collar is an important detail of clothing - shirts and blouses, jackets and cardigans. Dresses are no exception. And again we need to talk about diversity. Stands and capes, sailor and turn-down, removable and sewn, frills and butterflies - the list of names of numerous types of collars for dresses goes on and on.
So, women's dresses are diverse. They differ in color and style, fabric and the presence of decorations, neckline and sleeve type, length and where the dress can be worn. Which one to choose? Depends on the woman’s taste, her figure, sometimes even on her courage.
Even if a woman prefers a sporty style, she will have at least one dress in her wardrobe for special events. Well, most fashionistas believe that the more dresses, the better.
The main thing is that the dresses are different - to suit the mood, the occasion, the season. The main criterion responsible for the characteristics of a dress is its style..
Often the dress consists of a bodice sewn to a skirt. The style of the dress can be determined both by the features of its upper part and by the cut or long lower part.
For example, when talking about a dress-of-the-year, we cannot say with certainty what shape it is and whether it has a sleeve. The same can be said about a corset dress - its skirt can be long or short, fluffy or tight-fitting.
But let’s try to highlight the main specific styles of dresses, look at the photos and figure out for which figure and for what occasions they are recommended.
This is a wrap dress model with a V-neck. The smell can be real, but its imitation is more common - the dress is worn over the head or has a secret clasp.
The smell can decorate only the upper part of the dress, or it can pass through the entire product, like a real robe. This style is ideal for those with large breasts - diagonal lines in the bust area will emphasize its shape and make the overall silhouette slimmer.
Wrap dresses are chosen for walking around the city, shopping, vacation, dating, and even an evening out. with a smell they are sewn from expensive fabrics in rich deep shades.
Initially, the distinctive feature of this dress were buttons and a shirt collar. Often among the details there are chest pockets and patches on the shoulders.
This style hides many figure flaws and makes the silhouette more proportional. Often such dresses are worn with, for shoes it is worth choosing sandals or sandals.
A shirt dress can also be worn in cool weather, complemented with a parka jacket or a short jacket; in this case, ankle boots or ankle boots are suitable shoes.
This dress resembles the musical instrument of the same name. This dress fits the figure as closely as possible, and from the knee or slightly above it sharply widens downwards.
This style is called godet, fishtail, mermaid. An excellent option among long dresses for evening and wedding wear, but for everyday wear it cannot be called practical.
Often the “tail” of a dress is sewn from a different material and decorated with embroidery, rhinestones, veil, and lace. The top of the dress is often sleeveless; the most elegant are models with a bandeau neckline.
A-line dress
A loose, flared dress that perfectly hides the belly and large hips. This style is also called an A-line dress.
This dress is above the knee, often sleeveless, with or without a collar, and with a different neckline shape. A-line dress is suitable for creating a look in a retro style, or style.
In this dress, the skirt is wide pants. This product only looks like a dress if the woman in it stands motionless. When moving, it becomes noticeable that this is not just a dress, but an original, stylish outfit.
Culottes can be long and short, strict and frivolous. You can choose a culotte of medium length and discreet colors for the office, and a colorful culotte with straps for summer walks.
Here it is - a dress in a sporty style. The top of this dress is a polo shirt with a stand-up collar and two or three buttons. The style is straight; if desired, you can wear a dress with a belt, emphasizing the waist.
The length is usually above the knee, but there are also elongated models. The sleeves can be short or long; polo dresses are made mainly from knitwear.
Polo dresses are mostly plain, in colors characteristic of a sporty style - white, black, red, blue. There is a contrasting welt along the edge of the collar and on the cuffs.
Kimono dress
The kimono is an element of the Japanese national costume, but today European fashionistas are happy to wear such dresses both as a dressing gown and as an evening option for going out.
A kimono dress is a version of a wrap dress; it does not have buttons, but is secured with a wide belt, which is usually tied at the back with a lush bow.
Fashionable kimonos are characterized by wide sleeves of an appropriate cut and a triangular neckline, smooth fabrics like silk, delicate but rich shades, and large floral prints.
Saree dress
And this style came to us from India. In India, a sari is a piece of fabric up to five meters long wrapped around the body. The edge of the canvas is thrown back over the shoulder.
Today, saree dresses are ready-made, sewn dresses with the same edge of the fabric over the shoulder, but they are much more comfortable to put on and wear. This dress is suitable for an informal setting; it is often sewn in traditional Indian colors.
Sarong dress
A sarong is essentially a pareo that is gracefully wrapped around the body. But today sarongs are not only worn on the beach - designers are inventing elegant models made from expensive fabrics that become chic evening wear.
Cheongsam dress
Continuing the theme of folk costumes, let's talk about the cheongsam dress. Its distinctive features include an asymmetrical diagonal fastener from the middle of the neck to the armpit.
Previously, the cheongsam had to have wide sleeves and slits on the sides, but today cheongsam dresses include both sleeveless models and fitted models with tapered skirts.
Empire style dress
This dress is characterized by a high waistline that sits just below the bust. The best choice for ladies with and.
But a slender figure in such a dress looks amazing. The cutting line is often decorated with rhinestones and embroidery, and highlighted in a contrasting color.
A distinctive feature of the Greek dress is its asymmetrical cut. Most often these are dresses with an open shoulder, but the hem of the dress is often made asymmetrical.
Greek dresses are often made with a high waist, but this is not a necessary characteristic. No less elegant are fitted dresses with an asymmetrical bodice, which are often used as evening dresses.
This is a dress with a corset bodice and a fluffy long skirt, most often multi-layered, with many draperies and flounces.
This style is suitable exclusively for special occasions, it is ideal for proms and weddings.
This dress resembles a ball gown in its design, but is radically different in length - it is a very short dress for summer. Often, baby-length dresses have a high waistline.
It is not for nothing that the style got its name - these are the dresses that are traditionally used to dress dolls, as well as little girls. You won't see a corset in them, but the bodice should be quite tight-fitting.
Many styles of dresses are subject to transformation - designers are actively offering more and more new models with luxurious cuts and unusual silhouettes.
Remember that two dresses of the same style can look completely different. Much depends on the color and material, as well as on the details of the dress. But in order to choose a dress that suits your figure, it is best to take into account the style.
Video: Dress styles
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