The eternal choice between femininity and practicality, between seduction and chastity makes women rush about: a skirt or trousers? But today you can not choose between them, but combine in one thing!
Stylish skirt-pants - it is both feminine, practical and comfortable. How to choose and wear this current trend, we will tell in our article.
What is the name of the skirt pants?
Many people call this item skirt-pants, but this name is colloquial.
For long models, the correct name is palazzo pants; shortened models are called culottes. These are very wide trousers just below the knee, which look like a midi skirt.
Sometimes the name "pants-skirt" is found, and it also has a right to exist. After all, as you know, the amount does not change from a change in the places of the terms. If you don’t turn it around, this is a hybrid of two important functional things from a ladies wardrobe.
Features
For all its simplicity and versatility, a skirt-pants can be very intricate in cut. And this only adds zest to this trendy little thing. Combining the features of two important elements of the wardrobe, the skirt-trousers allows you to create practical and stylish images. But she appeared almost 200 years ago! And all this time, the development of new original styles with different lengths and widths of legs continues.
The need for the development of patterns appeared in 1830. Then this thing was invented specifically so that ladies could ride a bicycle more comfortably.
In that era, there was still no question of women walking in the streets in trousers. Allowed only dresses or skirts, and besides, long, completely hiding legs.This thing, very reminiscent of a skirt, but having at the same time trouser legs - a clear sign of trousers - was perceived very controversially.
Not finding a wide response from the public, the skirt-trousers were made for some women's sports in small quantities. It was sewn from dense fabric, observing the classic silhouette and floor length. The thing got its second life only almost a century later.
In 1911, one eminent couturier included a skirt-trousers in his collection, and the popularity of the style increased. Since then, it has been growing steadily to this day.
A modern skirt-trousers most often has a length to the middle of the calf or completely covers the legs. At the same time, she gracefully fits the waist area, as well as the upper part of the buttocks, smoothly going down in a free cut. The canvas itself can be either smooth or pleated. Landing is classic, high or low. The belt itself is made out both traditionally for trousers and simplified (for example, elastic is simply sewn in).
For a greater variety of the model range of trouser skirts, designers experiment using various original elements: drapery, cuts, hidden pockets.
This thing is ideal for creating informal as well as for reviving official images, because, remaining conservative, it is very feminine and elegant.
Who is it for?
Skirt pants are a very versatile thing. However, choosing such a thing for yourself, you must take into account the characteristics of the figure and, mainly, growth. A slender girl can safely try on a model of any length and width.
But if there is a need to give additional volume to the hips, give preference to a pleated skirt.
To create the effect of longer legs will help models with a high waistline. They will also be relevant for those who need to visually add harmony.
Full women should pay attention to those models that fit tightly on the upper thighs, have flared-style legs and are made of light flowing fabrics.
Girls with wide hips and narrow shoulders, as well as owners of legs in the shape of an “X” skirt-pants will be a real salvation. She will cover up these shortcomings, leaving to the eyes of those around only virtues.
And those with wide shoulders and a narrow pelvis, on the contrary, will help achieve a harmonious silhouette.
In the case of a rectangular figure, when the waistline is not clearly defined, as well as for owners of too thin legs, a skirt-pants will help to achieve seductive feminine bends.
Models
The most relevant this season trousers are a skirt of the maximum free cut.
This suggests two lengths - maxi or just below the knee (to the middle of the calf). The last option is none other than the culottes mentioned earlier. Styles - an exciting flare and a silhouette resembling a skirt-sun.
Maxi models can also be very flared or have a straight silhouette. At the same time, their fit will directly depend on the fabric from which they are made. Hard materials will keep their shape and create a strict image. Flowing fabrics will create a feeling of lightness, airiness and romance.
A variety of trouser skirts this season is carried out precisely due to fabrics and colors, since there is no particular variety with styles. Except for the appearance of rather narrow models. They are much wider than capris, but compared to the classic skirt, trousers, they have rather narrow trousers.
The color scheme is played out without restrictions, all the colors of the rainbow are possible. And, of course, bold prints are relevant.
Wrap Models
The most original and demanded model now, in addition to the classic ones, is a wraparound skirt. It even more resembles a classic skirt of a free cut, but at the same time retains all the advantages of a fashionable and functional hybrid thing. Many world famous brands have adopted this model and offer their customers this season a noticeable variety of such offers.
The smell is formed in front, it can be a small piece of fabric that opens one of the legs diagonally to the eye, or completely create an imitation of a skirt in front.
This original model is another great option for a modern office style. And made in brighter colors, a wraparound skirt will be an excellent basis for a romantic look or evening outfit.
Such models are relevant in any length: maxi, above the ankle or to the middle of the calf - here the choice depends on your personal preferences! Owners of slender legs can even try a very short version - a skirt-shorts with a smell.
Materials
This season, the trends are so democratic that almost any material has the right to exist. The principal difference should be indicated only depending on the season.
Summer
Light airy fabrics (chiffon, satin, silk, etc.) are appropriate. Everything that carelessly falls and flows, is suitable for summer culottes. In this case, any colors are possible: bright and pastel, black and white, geometric and floral prints - a complete flight of imagination. For summer, lace is also relevant.
At the first passing glance from the side, they look like an ordinary skirt. And only when walking stripped trouser cut. In this mystery and duality, the main highlight of the trouser skirt.
Fall / spring
In the cooler season, denser fabrics, for example, costume ones, are relevant. Cotton and linen are still appropriate, but you can already afford to wear a skirt-pants made of knitted or denim.
Winter
At this time of the year, you can turn to the original skirts-trousers from woolen fabrics (tweed, flannel, etc.), as well as from thick leather. Paid denim will also be appropriate in the cold season.
How to choose?
One of the selection criteria will be length. Here the lineup is so diverse that you can go through all the variations - from mini to maxi - in search of your perfect skirt-trousers.
The length, like the style, is selected according to the figure. No problem areas on the body? Excellent! You can afford anything.
But if there are some drawbacks, then the length of this stylish thing should be aimed at disguising them and highlighting all the advantages.
Owners of a problematic figure and skin in the hips should also give preference to models of denser fabrics, even in the summer, as thin materials can expose flaws.
The color should match the situation for which the skirt is chosen. For every day - both in the office and for a walk - a calm gamut (all shades of gray, dark blue, brown tones, black).
For dates, entertainment and just to create a cheerful mood in the outfit, skirt pants of bright colors are selected. But do not forget about the sense of proportion, because this wardrobe item is bright in itself.
Fashion trends and news 2016
Since the variety of models of trouser skirts is limited only by the difference in the length and width of the legs, as well as some decorative elements, the main trends in the season are the use of the most relevant colors and fabrics.
Pastel gamma is in demand more than ever. Lemon, lavender, pale blue, light pink, caramel, cream - suitable for any informal setting.
The pastel should flow long legs on the floor, conquering parties, social events, theaters and other places of leisure.
Black and white are also in trend, but more appropriate in the length of the midi and within the office.
Another office option is knitwear, cotton in black, white, brown, beige, gray or navy blue.
Another great option for every day is the novelty of the latest fashion shows - denim skirt-pants. This material is more relevant today than ever. Depending on the density of denim, such a skirt-pants will be appropriate in a particular situation (both at a meeting with friends and in business negotiations).This is a great opportunity not to wear common jeans, but at the same time not to change your love of denim.
What to wear with fashionable skirt pants?
The rule that applies to owners of all types of figures is that the top to the skirt should be tight-fitting. It can be a T-shirt, blouse or turtleneck.
In general, you can safely take the same top as under jeans (with the exception of sports items such as hoodies). Very thin young ladies are allowed to wear a looser top with a skirt.
The most fashionable combination with cropped trousers is today a loose or tight-fitting crop top.
Regarding shoes, in most cases the rule works: a skirt-trousers should be combined with high heels.
But modern fashion trends are making adjustments. Previously, only very tall women were allowed to combine this type of clothing with flat shoes. But today, an exception can be made. The fact is that the most fashionable model of a trouser-skirt - with shortened trouser-legs - is ideally combined with loafers, oxfords and rough sandals on a thick but flat sole.
Accessories for such a dress can be multi-layered beads, scarves that create volume in the upper part of the silhouette, long earrings, as well as large wrist bracelets.
Spectacular images
What this thing was once invented for: a simple skirt, trousers of a fashionable shade of Marsala, a light tight-fitting top and minimalistic sandals to match him - a wonderful outfit for cycling.
Flowing fabrics and a pleated canvas of palazzo trousers, in a soft pastel version, this costume is charming and effective so that it will captivate everyone at any party!
A straight-cut skirt with arrows is an elegant option for an office suit. Add strict pumps and top in black and white, and get an outfit that is relevant for all time.
