Not always a tight-fitting silhouette is appropriate and it suits mainly girls with a perfect figure. If you want to hide some of the shortcomings of your figure, look feminine and romantic and feel comfortable, then a flared dress will be a great solution.
Leading designers of the world are constantly working on such collections, because this option is relevant in our time.
Who is it for?
- For girls with narrow hips, a flared dress is a real find. The flare forms waves that flow along the figure and add a little volume to the hips, making the figure more attractive.
- Holders of an A-type figure should stay on a flared dress below the knee. In this option, the fullness of the hips will be adjusted, and the legs are shown in the best light.
- Women with a T-type figure should choose flared dresses from dense fabrics that hold their shape. The dress will help you visually add volume to your hips and create an hourglass-like figure.
- Small girls need to be careful in choosing such a dress, since the style can slightly increase and make the silhouette heavy.
- Women with a type O type should not choose dresses with a flare from the waist, since the absence of a waist will only be emphasized. Choose dresses flared from the chest.
Styles
High waisted
This style is in great demand among girls who have an imperfect figure, because it distracts attention from problem areas, and also helps hide the stomach.
Models made of expensive materials look very beautiful, they give the image of solemnity, sophistication and charm. Under the chest line, you can pin a brooch or trim with ribbons, this approach will allow you to pay all the attention to the chest area.
Flared from the waist
A flared dress from the waist is a classic version that was popular in the 50s and 60s of the last century. The main emphasis is on the waist. To emphasize it even more, you can additionally use an elegant belt. The dress of this style can have different lengths: below the knee, mini or maxi. Floor models are used for retro style.
If you are the owner of a narrow or medium waist and narrow hips, this style was created just for you. Thanks to the classic cut, the dress lies on the figure.
But it is worth remembering that a tight-fitting bodice in a tandem with a fluffy skirt can visually make your hips wider. But airy tissue will help to cope with this, it creates a smaller effect of weighting.
Flare from the chest
This style is often used to create an image in the Empire style. Long dresses on the floor will emphasize the beauty of the arms and shoulders, and models with a mini length will draw attention to beautiful and slim legs. To draw attention to the chest, many models have a top in contrasting colors.
A-line dresses are one of the options for a-line. The tight-fitting top of the outfit emphasizes the lush chest, further from the armpits the fabric gradually expands downward, so girls can veil all the flaws of the figure. Dresses with a flared chest have a loose cut, so they are often sewn from chiffon fabric.
Hips
Thanks to this cut, you can emphasize a flat stomach and perfect buttocks, so only girls with a perfect figure can afford this style.
Fitted
To create a business style, you can opt for a fitted dress with a flared skirt and closed shoulders. A fitted dress is not recommended for women with the apple shape.
This style is perfect for office style or for every day. Fitted dresses made of tight knit mini or midi lengths are very popular. A restrained gray color is suitable for creating a business image, but if you want to look stylish and bright, then a floral print will make a real sensation.
Knitted
A crocheted flared skirt will also help to hide the flaws of the figure, to make the silhouette slimmer. Dresses with perforation or guipure with the effect of a knitwear look original. This model successfully combines comfort and beauty.
A knitted flared dress is often purchased for everyday wear in late autumn and winter, because it helps to warm up on cold days. Knitted dresses are also used for the summer season, they are characterized by softness and look very original. An effective solution is the combination of knitted elements and a canoe dress.
Flared dresses are often with sleeves, the length and style of which can be absolutely any. Long sleeves made of thick fabric perfectly complement warm winter dresses, and in summer models, sleeves are made of light materials or are completely absent.
Varieties of flared skirts
The choice of style of the lower part of the flared dress is quite large: long to the floor, "midi", short and of very different shapes. In any case, the flare adds a significant proportion of lightness and femininity to the image.
- The skirts-sun and half-sun, which have the simplest cut, are perfect for girls with a thin waist and lush hips.
- Slender girls are also suitable skirts with a build or pleats at the waist.
- A-line skirt is universal, suitable for different types of figures. Thin girls will give the necessary volumes and makes her more feminine.And ladies with lush hips should give preference to a skirt, a little loose in the hips. A more matte material with a fine pattern will look more beneficial.
- A “Year” skirt, which is a combination of a pencil skirt and a flared skirt, fits into the hips and has a flare at the bottom. She always looks seductive at any length. Luxurious option for evening dresses.
- In two-layer dresses, a pencil skirt made of a denser, shape-keeping fabric can be supplemented with a transparent upper flared skirt.
- A pleated skirt, a charming bell skirt, a flirty flounce and a frill on the bottom of the skirt are always included in the variety of flared skirts, which are always relevant in evening and everyday dresses.
Flared sleeves
Flared sleeves can be of various lengths depending on the style. They are one of the main parts of the dress.
Long sleeves are usually found in dresses made of light chiffon, they can be made of lace, guipure or other translucent fabric.
Some designers offer original models of dresses where the sleeves are asymmetrical: there is a sleeve on one arm, and the other is completely naked.
The bat sleeve is very popular, as it gives along airiness and lightness. Another version of the flared type is “flutter”, which falls down and creates luxurious shuttlecocks. Thanks to this, the outfit will look more elegant.
By season
Summer
For the summer, many girls prefer short dresses, as they allow you to show the beauty of tanned legs. The outfit made of cotton or chintz allows you to perfectly tolerate the heat. A very popular model is a sundress with an open back on the straps or without them.
Spring and autumn
Spring flared dresses are sewn from thin natural fabrics, and for cold autumn, dense knitwear will be the best option. It is worth paying attention to the color scheme. You should not use only restrained tones, because bright colors will help to decorate a rainy day and cheer you up.
Winter
Models for the cold season are usually sewn from dense knitwear, although knitted dresses can often be found.
In winter, you can wear not only midi-length dresses, but also long ones. Preference should be given to options with a long sleeve and without an open neckline. Remember that the dress should be made of natural fabric, because only it will help to keep warm in the cold.
Length
Long
Dresses with a maxi length are always popular at special occasions.
If you want to look luxurious and rich, then you should pay attention to a flared dress on the floor. It will help to lengthen the silhouette, set the main accents in creating the image and visually correct the figure.
Midi
Midi flared skirt dresses are great for party or semi-formal occasions. Satin, chiffon or silk are perfect for this outfit.
Midi length dresses are suitable for everyday life. They help emphasize the beauty of the legs, as well as hide the imperfections of the figure, so you will feel comfortable.
Short
If your wardrobe has a black short dress with a wide skirt, then you can be sure that at any party you will always be in the spotlight. Elegant short dress is perfect for creating an image in a classic style or retro.
For slim girls, a short length outfit with a fitted corsage or an open back and a fluffy skirt is suitable.
What to wear?
Models of flared dresses are perfectly combined with jackets, boleros, jackets or cardigans. Outfits with long sleeves combine wonderfully with fur vests. The beauty of a fitted dress with a flared skirt is perfectly emphasized by a short jacket.When choosing outerwear, the style of the dress and the purpose should be considered.
If you want to create an image in retro style, then the A-line dress can be supplemented with an original hairstyle with a bow, shoes with a steady heel and a bag of the style of those times.
Belt or belt
Belt, belt is a sought-after part for a flared dress, especially with regard to fitted models. It allows you to emphasize the ideal waist and acts as one of the accents in creating an unrivaled image.
Footwear
The choice of shoe model in many respects depends not only on the style of the dress, but also on its length. So, for a short outfit, you can choose stylish sandals or shoes with low heels, although a high heel will make your look slimmer.
Comfortable sandals or elegant high-heeled shoes are often chosen for flared dresses, but ballet shoes can be worn in everyday life.
A stylish complement to the image will be a bright scarf on the neck, which will bring new colors. If the outfit has a shortened sleeve, then a blouse or turtleneck can be worn underneath.
Accessories
Elegant accessories will help to decorate the image, make it brighter and more elegant, but you should be careful when choosing them, as they differ depending on the style of flared dresses:
- For a dress flared from the shoulder, it is worth choosing jewelry that will help make your silhouette longer. For example, long earrings or a necklace with an interesting pendant of a longitudinal form.
- A dress flared from the chest, which is often chosen to create an image in the empire style, can be worn with both a short and a long necklace or necklace. Massive earrings draw attention to the neck. When choosing shoes, you should buy only light and elegant. For example, to create a Greek style, you can wear sandals in gold or silver. Do not forget that short dresses always need elegant shoes, because your legs in a wide outfit will be in the spotlight.
The most popular accessories for flared models are scarves or neckerchiefs, but you can replace them with a patch collar. Elongated gloves perfectly complement the look.
A real lady, listening to fashion trends, can choose styles that emphasize her dignity and match her style. And, complementing the image with accessories, you can always demonstrate a great taste!
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