Representatives of the beautiful half of humanity from time immemorial sought to look beautiful and fashionable. But it is important for women to stand out from all fashionistas, to express their individuality through clothes. False collars have always been popular among beauties. They are practical and versatile. It is about this accessory that we will talk about in the article below.
Why detachable collar
In Soviet times, overhead school collars were an integral accessory of the uniform. The students and their mothers were looking for unique knitting and embroidery patterns for this element, so that each girl would stand out from the rest.
In the fashion collections of modern couturiers, a detachable collar is gaining popularity. Its presence will add zest to any outfit, from elegant and evening to formal and business.
Why wear a false collar:
- Using a layered product will dilute boring and monochromatic clothes.
- The collar is comfortable to wear and can be washed separately.
- Such an element creates an emphasis on the face, which means it will distractfrom shortcomings.
- Black or white stand-up collar instantly turns an ordinary thing into a business one.
What to wear
As mentioned above, overhead collars fit any outfit. Some rules will help to harmoniously apply the accessory in the wardrobe:
- If the clothes already have a collar, then you need to choose one that completely covers the "native" part.
- This is a bright detail, so it should be used with simple clothes, not decorated with haberdashery and not attracting attention.
- You can not be afraid of the relevance of the collar, it is perfect for clothes with any neckline.
- These elements match the color of the outfit look great.
- Patch collars with sharp corners are suitable for both casual wear and evening wear.
- If a woman is lucky to have a thin and graceful neck, then her features will be perfectly emphasized by a richly decorated accessory.
- When choosing a collar, pay attention to the shape of the face. Triangular models are suitable for chubby girls, and stand-up models and slightly rounded traditional accessories are suitable for an oblong face shape.
Collar decorations
Females don't want to wear a "plain" white false collar. They like to stand out. Therefore, the accessory is decorated in all sorts of ways:
- Rhinestones, sew-on or thermal.
- Feathers, colored or plain.
- Metalrivets and spikes.
- Embroidery, lace or beads.
- Beads of various shapes and sequins.
- Chains and sequins.
- Fur and leather patches.
Of course, a false collar for a school uniform is not allowed to decorate brightly or overly decorate. Everything has a measure. Just as for evening and casual wear, there are individual restrictions. See below.
Types of detachable collars
They can be divided into several types:
- Stand collar - a traditional element similar to a shirt, adjacent to the neck in the same way.
- Fixed turn-down collars - have a simple shape and allow you to decorate at your own discretion. Match with any outfit.
- Jabot or necklace-shoulders - differ in equal width along the entire length. The collar is more like a royal, royal outfit. It is usually used as an overhead accessory on a dress, evening or cocktail.
- Products with sharp corners look strict and visually lengthen the neck.
- Rounded shape - accessories with rounded corners are suitable for young women and young girls.
- The false collar on the dress, decorated with beads or beads, looks great. In trend, fully decorated with pearls, sequins, buttons.
- Multi-layered collars look voluminous and draw attention to themselves. Such an accessory should be the only decoration in the image.
- Fur and feather collars have a rich texture. They go great with the coat. But other clothes need to be chosen withcaution.
- Knitted and textile elements look good with any outfit. Lace accessories can create a romantic look and add flair to any wardrobe.
Shoes, bags and other jewelry
Fixed collars, like any other outfit, require the right shoes. If a strict accessory (business style) is used in the image, then pumps with low heels or ankle boots are appropriate. The finish of the collar directly affects the design of the shoe. If the outfit is decorated, then the shoes should be as simple as possible, or vice versa.
Women's handbag is also an essential accessory of the image. Not a bulky bag is selected under the false collar, it should be neat and stylish, without excessive decor.
Of course, the false collar excludes any jewelry in the neck area. Gold or silver earrings and bracelets are allowed. Women's jewelry would be appropriate, but not too bright and catchy.
DIY Accessory
Many beauties prefer to create false collars with their own hands. In this case, they will be unique and inimitable.
The easiest way to create an accessory is to cut it off from another item. For example, from a shirt. This collar is easy to wash and wear. You can also decorate it with any elements you like: make embroidery, sew on beads or stones.
Removable collar-necklace - very hard and painstaking work. Accessorymade of stones, beads or metal parts. Without special skills, it is impossible to create it at home. If you have experience in beading, then you can try.
The lace collar looks very elegant, it is weightless and graceful. To create such an element, you need any lace. Or you can crochet the accessory with a hook and thin cotton threads.
To sew a false collar, you will need a pattern and fabric. First you need to draw a blank on paper, then transfer it to the fabric and cut it out. Sew all the details and decorate the product with fittings.
So, a false collar is a universal accessory of modern fashionistas. It has many advantages and almost no disadvantages. The outfit can be worn with any outfit: from a casual T-shirt to a romantic evening dress. It is small and will easily fit even in the smallest purse.
