It is important for every pretty girl to look attractive and seductive, and what, besides clothes, can unobtrusively emphasize dignity in order to show the world the appearance of a seductive nymph? The dress will help you always look at your best, the main thing is to choose it correctly according to the figure. Also in the wardrobe there should be such clothes for everyday wear, for romantic dates and in order to shine at a party. The main styles of women's dresses will be discussed in the article.
Dress Story
Before looking at the main styles of dresses, let's dive into the history. Where did they come from? The very first dresses were invented by the ancient Greeks. They created incredibly comfortable clothing - a tunic. It flowed through the body in waves, gently enveloping those small flaws that I wanted to hide from prying eyes. The image of the Greek goddess immediately appears before your eyes: charmingly beautiful and natural in radiant beauty. Even if the figure is very far fromideal of beauty, it is worth trying on a dress in the Greek style - and you will immediately get the image of a feminine and attractive Nereid. In such outfits, the waist begins under the bust, covered by the bodice, coupled with soft pleats that fall to the floor.
Noteworthy is the Empire style, which adds grace and lightness to the image of a modern woman. A combination dress can soften and envelop with softness even girls with a non-standard figure. Thin straps and openwork inserts give it weightlessness.
Godet
A fantastic year-style dress looks unusually attractive. Its other name is common: trompet, mermaid or fish. These dresses are very long, they gently fit the body to the knees, and below is a flared skirt. Such styles echo the silhouettes from the 50s. In those days, princess styles gained popularity, in which the skirt expanded from the waist to the bottom gradually, and in a year - immediately from the knee and distinctly.
From the side it may seem that the styles of the year are exactly the same, but this is not true. Only a tight-fitting silhouette is common, and designers change the top of the dress according to their imagination. There are styles with open shoulders, thick or thin straps, as well as with straps that wrap around the shoulder or neck. Mermaid dresses have gained popularity because of the open back: completely naked, with elegant weaves or original cutouts. Slender girls can add coquetry to the look by choosing a dress with cutouts at the waist. Godet dresses are often sewn without sleeves or with long sleeves, tightly fitting the arms. With such models in harmonylooks collar-stand or rounded neckline.
In everyday life, a year-style dress (photo in the article) is not worn, they are an option for evening or festive wear. Therefore, when sewing them, expensive fabrics that sparkle in the sun are used: satin or silk. The color scheme can be different, but more often it is monophonic. Fashionistas especially appreciated the latest innovation from fashion designers: a fish dress with a lining that differs from the main fabric in color. This coloring looks great on models with a slit on one leg - it opens when walking and a spectacular print is visible to everyone. To make a mermaid dress more flirtatious, you can decorate it with a flower or a bow in the bodice, embroidery on the waist or hips and similar embellishments.
A corset is sewn into the model that slims the waist, which makes the figure look like an hourglass - an example of elegance and beauty.
Boho
Boho style dresses are sophisticated bohemianism, charming innocence and charming femininity. For women of any complexion, such models are suitable to wear them not only in everyday life, but also on special occasions. Style characteristic: flying silhouette, multi-layer equipment and decoration with an incredible amount of various laces, ruffles and embroidery. It was not in vain that designers fell in love with such an image, calling it “magic” among themselves. After all, a dress in the style (photo below) boho, thanks to its bright colors and its ease, will cheer up any discerning lady.
Boho style appeared on the verge of the 60syears. He combined disparate cultural trends: bohemia and hippies. Completely dissimilar styles mingled with each other and revealed to the world an original whole. Young extraordinary creative ideas of "bohemia" unexpectedly merged with hippie elements who hate megacities and call for unity with nature. In connection with the mixing of styles, boho outfits were born.
Elements of style are visible among the long colorful gypsy floor-length skirts, frayed pants and shirts. The very word "boho" comes from the area in Europe - Bohemia, where nomadic gypsies lived. Later, the French began to call all creative people “bohemia”. The very first to appreciate boho outfits were people of creative professions: artists, artists, singers.
In different variations there are boho models. But the characteristic features are long loose skirts, puffy sleeves, boat neckline or round neckline. Dresses in boho style will appeal to full ladies. Models will hide figure flaws, will not hamper movement and give confidence. It is especially pleasant to wear linen outfits - they will allow the body to "breathe". Puffies will become extraordinarily attractive in dresses with a multi-layered bottom, and if you want to appear taller and slimmer, you should choose a maxi length. Unnatural shades are best avoided, natural colors will give natural charm and femininity.
20s Style Dresses
In the 20s, dresses were the favorite outfits of pretty coquettes. In the models, a special accent was given to skirts, which were decorated with additional non-traditional elements. They wore two-layer and multi-tiered skirts, with pleats and pleats,with slits, buttons, drapery and flounces. The bodices were sewn extremely simply, sometimes they were complemented by an expressive neckline. Bows, scarves and ribbon ties served as additional decorations. Sleeves are set-in or "Japanese" type. Dresses similar to shirts became widespread - completely sleeveless or with straps. The artlessness of the bodice was compensated by elaborate costume jewelry or jewelry. The models were decorated with fringe and beads. The image of a woman-boy was complemented by a long string of beads.
At that time, they liked to decorate outfits with embroidery. Evening dresses were sewn from expensive fabrics. They were decorated with coupon embroidery. Clothes decorated with handmade work - exquisite lace, richelieu, voluminous appliqués - were especially valued. Dresses in which silk thread was combined with beadwork looked very beautiful. In the wardrobe of every fashionista of those years, there should have been an outfit with a fringe. The decoration swayed in time with the movements - it not only adorned the brilliant diva, but also promised a lot without words. The fringe was made from beaded or thick silk threads. Dresses made of translucent fabrics were decorated with feathers or fur trim, sometimes it was made of chiffon. Fashion designers used different types of expensive fabrics to create incredibly beautiful dresses. Masters learned to use complex technological techniques. In the 1920s, a variety of fabrics were combined with each other. Evening dresses were especially striking. There was a riot of frills, draperies, tails, fringes, frills, rhinestones and diamonds. Started wearing sheath dresses for eveningexits. Stiff and heavy fabric was used for tailoring, although there were options from brocade and lace.
Dresses of the 30s
30s were marked by a crisis in the economy. Banks, large enterprises and similar organizations are closed, so unemployment flourished. Luxury goods have become inaccessible to the population, so the style of clothing is changing dramatically. Women's dresses have acquired restraint and minimalism. The ideal of a woman has changed, now serious and business looks are in fashion. Against this background, dresses in the style of the 30s appeared - elegant and sophisticated. Styles of similar outfits are still popular.
The silhouette of the outfits resembles a top hat, and the waist is understated. In such models, it is not customary to highlight the line of the chest and waist, but the hips are well emphasized. The models were surprisingly varied. Fashionistas wore dresses long and medium in length, as well as variations in the style of Chicago. Then the length of the mini was not in demand, although there were similar styles. Some dresses had a flared skirt and low waist, while others were sewn with a wedge skirt of a different shade. The top of the dresses was different: from fasteners with all buttons under the throat to a stylish jabot. Puffy sleeves were implied: wings, lanterns, frills. Models were also worn with straps. Models in the style of Chicago were popular. For them, dark matter was used, and the style was an adjacent silhouette with a turn-down collar.
Some lucky women ordered evening dresses for themselves. Luxurious materials were used for tailoring: chiffon, natural silk and velvet. The product was decorated with rhinestones, sequins and fringe, which was sewn in tiers.
50s Dresses
In the difficult post-war period, women's and men's wardrobes had no differences - gray shades, rough silhouettes. In the 1950s, life turned a bit into a peaceful direction: a note of femininity began to appear in fashion - luxurious skirts above the knee, neckline, gloves and lace. Boyish thinness is no longer popular. Now it is considered a sign of morbidity, and curvaceous forms are a model of beauty. There is a fashion for the style of hourglass dresses. Designers try to emphasize feminine charms as much as possible: they use rigid frames, adjacent bodices and corsets when sewing. At the waist, the line of the skirt falls down a little, so the graceful silhouette is effectively emphasized.
In modern terms, a 50s-style dress is full, flowing, with a layered skirt, often with an impressive neckline and a high waistline. A variety of options are possible: a flashlight sleeve, a long sleeve or completely sleeveless. The cutouts are also different: square, triangular, heart-shaped, boat-shaped, with a turn-down collar, fastened with several buttons, and so on. For dresses, completely different materials are used: satin, linen, cotton, silk or satin. Designers love to combine several types of fabrics when sewing. For tailoring the petticoat, you can use a transparent crinoline to give the skirt an unusual fluffiness. Incredible patterns were applied to fabrics for sewing dresses: catchy lurid flowers, stripes, large peas. The combination of colors looks nice: pink and gray, black and white. The main features of such styles: flared skirts, pleated skirts from the waist line, fireworks of colors.
60s Dresses
The fashion of the 60s is completely different in direction. Now London has become the trend setter with its optimism, youth and avant-gardism. Tenderness and luxury manifested themselves in new styles of clothing and incredibly fresh ideas. Since then, the concept of youth fashion has been born. Images of Catherine Deneuve, Brigitte Bardot and Twiggy turned the concept of fashion and attractiveness. Now poisonous shades and flying skirts are at the peak of popularity. London store owner Mary Quant came up with a creative idea for the world - mini dresses. And the world went crazy…
Dresses in the style of the 60s have become revolutionary - they completely turned the concept of beauty that existed before. Sexuality is in fashion, emphasized by the minimum length of dresses. Characteristic features of the dresses: straight lines, trapezoidal styles, lack of unnecessary accessories and decoration. It is fashionable to look like a teenage girl, everyone dreams of imitating the thin “twig” of Twiggy. Although the silhouettes of dresses are too simple, saturated colors are popular: orange, scarlet, cornflower blue and others.
Evening dresses of the 60s immediately attract the eye. They sewed dresses with wide pockets, in small flowers and polka dots, decorated with huge bows. The image was complemented by a deep neckline and wide harnesses. Since then, there has been a fashion for materials with gold and silver plating. Currently, designers want to returndresses from the 60s, so that any beauty can choose an expressive look for herself.
Dresses in Russian folk style
Russian style dresses are experiencing a new renaissance. They are very comfortable to wear, they do not restrict body movements and are extremely functional. The shirt dress is sewn very simply, although in reality it is very beautiful because of the decoration with embroidery. The belt is an obligatory detail of ethnic outfits. On it you can tie a sash or a belt-rope. The color of the belt should match the embroidery on the dress. If you do not want to waste time on embroidery, you can trim the outfit with jacquard braid. Now they also wear a shirt dress with a mini length.
Characteristic features of Russian style dresses are a luxurious look and bright colors. Do not forget about the spectacular finish, which makes the outfit look especially feminine. From ancient times, girls wore long sundresses, and under the bottom they put on a white shirt. Most often, red fabric was used for a sundress, less often blue or green. Cotton or linen fabric was used for tailoring, and overseas silks or heavy brocade were used for high-ranking young ladies.
Sundresses perfectly accentuate any type of figure. He will emphasize the slenderness of thin girls, and will give donuts lightness and softness. The voluminous sleeves of the dress hide full arms, and the length and cut of the skirt will cover the defects of the legs.
Classic Dresses
Classic style dresses will never go out of style. It is universal for any modern girl who wants to demonstrate great style to others,restraint and impeccable taste. The fitted silhouette is the main feature of classic style dresses. It should not tightly fit the body, rather, it should ideally fit the figure. The style of such outfits is simple and concise. It does not provide for the presence of frills, frills or flounces. A classic dress should be sewn flawlessly: no crooked seams or protruding threads. Take a closer look at the length of the model - a categorical "no" mini. The most optimal length of the outfit is to the middle of the knees. A deep neckline, bare back and cuts are incompatible with the classics. The sleeves are straight and fit the arms. In summer, sleeveless variation is allowed. The colors should be calm: gray, black, beige, burgundy or brown. Dresses are perfectly combined with other details of the wardrobe. Models, complemented by a fitted jacket, will allow you to go to a business meeting. To create an evening look, just decorate your neck with a string of pearls and take a clutch.
Fashion styles of dresses
2017 pleases fashionistas with novelties, especially for dresses. Fashion trends of the season suggest looking at maxi dresses. Such an outfit will please a lady of any age and physique. In models with a maxi-length, you can go out or wear in everyday life. Such outfits will emphasize the peplum, it will make the necessary emphasis on the waist.
What other styles of dresses will be trending in 2017? These are fitted dresses, decorated with a turn-down collar. In addition, designers are experimenting with flounces, ruffles, lace, frills, pleats and embroidery. Decorative elements will give the image romance and sublimity.
Mini dresses are also in favor, although with a characteristic extremely short length. Models will appeal to thin, long-legged girls who are confident in their own irresistibility. Sheath dresses are popular now. They are great for everyday use in the office. Some designers have added cuts to such models. World-class stars are already eyeing what styles of dresses are relevant this season to shine on the red carpet and amaze everyone with their beauty and femininity.
