The wrap skirt is a universal item of clothing that must be present in the wardrobe of the beautiful half of humanity, regardless of age. This skirt is suitable for women with any type of physique, in addition, it fits perfectly into all images. The main thing is to choose the right material.
Product Feature
The main feature of the product is the presence of a smell. This means that the skirt is simply thrown around the waist and fixed in this position using one of the existing methods - ties, buttons, ribbons, decorative elements, etc.
Most often, stylists recommend this model to girls who are always losing weight, because their volumes change from time to time, as well as to girls who have not yet formed a figure. Due to the features of the product, they can easily adjust the belt or change the button to another place, no one will notice.
How to choose a product?
The main point when choosing a wrap skirt is tothe model did not spoil the figure, but emphasized its dignity. There are several tricks for this:
- To visually increase the volume of the hips, choose the style of the skirt with a flounced wraparound.
- Mid-length flared models will look best on overweight women.
- You can visually stretch the growth using diagonal lines of contrasting shades, for example, an expressive piping.
- For those with narrow shoulders, an A-line skirt will suit the missing volume.
- Girls with imperfect legs should take a closer look at wrap skirts of maximum length. When walking, the smell will slightly open the leg, leaving room for imagination. This will give the image of mystery.
Actual models 2018
The wrap skirt is back on the wave of popularity. It is suitable for any type of figure and will look appropriate everywhere - at work, leisure, celebration. The expressive cut of this product gives the girl femininity, originality and indicates a sense of style.
Classic variations
There are a huge number of models of such a skirt, conditionally they can be divided into several categories. So, the classic styles include the following options:
- Straight wrap skirt. The straight skirt, familiar to all women, acquires a certain significance due to the presence of a smell. Knee length is considered standard.
- Tulip pattern. This is one of the most common variations of a wrap product, because it looks very feminine andfocuses all attention on the hips. Such a skirt can have a high or low fit, depending on this, two problems are solved: low - emphasizes the waist, and high - visually makes the hips narrower. For girls with large shapes, a tulip wrap skirt will help to adjust the figure.
- Sun skirt. This is an ideal model for owners of narrow shoulders and a heavy bottom. Due to the flared cut, the silhouette is visually balanced, shifting the focus to the waistline. The length of the product can be absolutely any - from "mini" to a floor-length wrap skirt. The sun skirt made of flowing materials looks most impressive, this is especially true in the summer, because it will not be hot in it.
- Trapezoid model. This season, it is at the peak of popularity, however, fashion designers have made some additions to the standard design in the form of interesting prints - a cage, gradient coloring, various patterns and folds, stitch, and more. A wraparound trapezoid well disguises wide hips and emphasizes the beauty of the legs. A long wrap skirt in this cut will be a great option for an evening out. This season's trendy colors are greyish, white and black.
- Wrap pencil skirt. This model appeared relatively recently, but has already fallen in love with many women. It looks incredibly stylish and impressive, is easily combined with other items of clothing and is suitable for any occasion - whether it is a work office or a solemn event.
- Asymmetric wrap skirt. The product of this cut turns out to be stunning regardless of the material, wearit should be worn with high-heeled shoes and a minimal amount of jewelry (so as not to detract from the skirt).
Pants with imitation skirt
Things of this kind are always very practical and comfortable, and thanks to the smell on the product, it looks stylish and interesting:
- Skirt-shorts. The main point when choosing a product is the length. If you are the owner of beautiful and slender legs, then feel free to wear a mini, and the rest are recommended to give preference to knee-length models.
- Skirt-pants. This is a versatile product that combines the convenience of trousers and the beauty of a skirt, and the smell in this case gives the image an originality. This element of women's wardrobe allows you to create sets of a variety of styles - from strict classics to going out. Wrap skirt-pants are quite often complemented with decorative elements in the form of folds, pockets and darts. This model suits almost any body type.
Summer Options
For hot weather, you can choose the following models:
- Tie wrap skirt. Best of all, this style is suitable for the warm season, especially as a beach skirt. Since this is most often a summer option, it is made from light flowing fabrics, such as chiffon, cotton and silk. The tie skirt is very practical, easy to put on and take off, the cut allows you to disguise the rounded hips and tummy, but at the same time emphasize the beautiful legs and waist.
- Indian style wrap skirt. Features of thismodel is that it is dimensionless, the length can only be maximum, and ethnic patterns are necessarily stuffed on the fabric. Indian skirts are sewn mainly from natural materials - cotton, chiffon and silk.
By the way, such products are sewn quite simply, and you can find a wrap skirt pattern in specialized publications.
Fancy Models
Wraparound skirts can also be found in rather unusual interpretations, for example, in the form of an apron - this is a cross between a tie skirt with a large wrap and overalls. Most often, an apron skirt has an asymmetrical cut, which adds even more originality to the image.
For a night out
The next category is wraparound skirts for special occasions and evening outings:
- Draped model. The product with a smell, decorated with drapery, looks very interesting and will definitely attract the attention of guests at any event. It is recommended to combine such a skirt with the simplest possible top. Drapery can be positioned in different places, such as the side or front.
- Multilayer skirt. This is probably the most romantic and feminine model, which is sewn from flying airy materials, the length of the product is chosen to taste.
Comfortable fit
The last category can be quite called universal and comfortable, it includes:
- Wraparound seamless skirt. This product is suitable for women of any size, you can safely dial andlose weight - she will always fit well. In addition, it has an extremely simple pattern, so you can easily sew a wrap skirt with your own hands.
- Button style. The product with buttons (like the previous ones) is perfectly adjustable in accordance with changes in the figure. To do this, you only need to alter the button to the desired distance if necessary.
DIY wrap skirt
This season, wraparound skirts are especially relevant and, of course, there are girls who have already asked the question: "Is it possible to sew the product yourself?". The answer is unequivocal - yes! It is very easy to make, there are even models of wrap skirts without a pattern, so even those who have no sewing skills can make the product.
Selection of material
The first thing to do before sewing is to decide on the material. For summer options, it is better to take natural fabrics like linen, knitwear, viscose, silk - they will be comfortable in hot summer weather. You can choose chiffon material, but you should be prepared for some difficulties - it crumbles a lot, it is difficult to process and a lining will be required under the chiffon skirt so that nothing shines through.
For a summer wrap skirt, the pattern can be quickly drawn directly on the fabric, since most often a material with a bright pattern is used on which small errors will not be noticeable.
For sewing classic models of skirts for work, holidays and other events, a pattern is a must. Will need to be righttake all measurements and make a drawing, because the smell on a skirt made of dense material should look perfect, mistakes are unacceptable.
Wraparound zippers are never needed, but buttons are a must.
Instructions for sewing a skirt without a pattern
The fastest and easiest version of a do-it-yourself wrap skirt is a pattern in the form of a rectangular piece of material, or rather its absence. This is a versatile model that can be worn in any weather, but it is especially good in summer - the cutout on the side does not cause discomfort, it gives a feeling of coolness.
Required materials:
- A piece of fabric 1.5-2 meters.
- Color matching elastic band.
- Threads.
After preparing everything you need, you can proceed directly to the process of sewing a skirt:
- Don't know how to quickly sew a wrap skirt? From the fabric, cut a rectangle 130 cm wide and any length (this will be the length of the skirt), taking into account 2 cm for the bottom hem.
- From the remaining material, cut out two pieces for ties and a belt: one is 20 x 45 cm, the other is 20 x 80 cm.
- Cut out a piping for the belt - 5 x 10 cm.
- Lay the fabric on the right side and draw a line, retreating from the right side 3 cm.
- Repeat the step again. The result should be a tuck, which should be swept by hand.
- Fold the part of the belt in half, cut the ends “along the oblique” line, sew and turn out. Belt ready.
- On the front side of the fabric, mark the middle and step back from it by 30 cmin different directions, put marks there. These sections will have slits for ties.
- Apply the facing of the belt with the right side to the upper cut of the rectangle, transfer the marks for the ties to it and sew it on the wrong side.
- Cut the facing and the fabric of the skirt between the seams (as close as possible to the line) and pull the facing through the resulting slot. Cut through the ends and sew.
- Turn to wrong side and sew on top.
- Put the elastic band into the drawstring and sew the sections. Done!
Other models
Don't know how else to sew a wrap skirt with your own hands? Patterns can be completely different, there are a huge number of them. For example, the classic model is sewn in the same way, only buttons or buttons are sewn on instead of ties.
You can add a little creativity to the pattern - for this, it is enough to slightly shorten one end of the fabric when cutting, an original fold will appear on the skirt. To make this technique look harmonious, the difference of the ends should vary from 8 to 10 cm.
In addition, you can experiment with the edges of the product, making them of different lengths, sewing frills or rounding. Don't be afraid to get creative and try something new and original.
