Dress styles: from popular to rare

The dress can be called the most common and most beautiful wardrobe item of a woman. A variety of styles allows you to choose the right outfit that will fit your figure. Let's look at what styles of dresses exist and what characteristic features they possess.

Direct dresses belong to the classics of style and in your wardrobe there must be such a thing. It is perfect for celebration and for everyday life.

Straight fit, different lengths, colors, the presence of sleeves, the design of the neck - all this is like a designer, from which fashion designers assemble excellent models.

Most models have a zipper on the back, which often serves as a real decoration. Another characteristic nuance for a straight dress is the lack of seams at the waist.

The neckline of the sheath dress is most often oval or round, but there are models with a square neckline, and with open shoulders, and with asymmetry, as well as with a non-standard neck design.

Straight dresses make it possible to emphasize a slim figure.

The most popular representative of products of this style is the famous black dress from Chanel. Nowadays, it is a classic of business clothes, as well as the most popular type of cocktail dresses.

Dress year came from the silhouette of the Princess in the 50s. It pulls the figure to the knee, and at its level expands sharply.

Although the cut of the dresses seems to be of the same type - in fact, there are many options for execution.

The only invariable detail of one-year dresses is a tight-fitting top, which can be complemented by any element:

• open shoulders;
• thin or wide straps;
• one strap over the neck.

As for the back, this part of the outfit becomes a key detail of the image:

• Open back;
• asymmetric cuts;
• various weaves.

Typically, these dresses are sewn without sleeves, but through experimentation, fashion creators created mermaid dresses with a long tight-fitting sleeve.

The dresses of this style are usually long and are characterized by the presence of a tight-fitting rather narrow bodice and a skirt extended downward, which reminds the letter “A”.

Thanks to such a cut, products emphasize the waist and add to the figure of femininity. Most often, models with A-silhouette are represented by evening and cocktail dresses in retro style or wedding dresses.

Designers experimented and proposed high-waisted A-line dresses.

There are no restrictions in length. At the same time, the dress can be short in front and long in the back.

Retro style designers are increasingly adapting to everyday life. This is expressed in simple materials, calm colors, in print.

A trapeze dress came to us from the sixties and at the same time became one of the most beloved for its sophisticated simplicity. Narrowed in the shoulders and expanding to the bottom becomes almost weightless and imperceptible on the body.

The style has a resemblance to the A-silhouette, only here the waist is not visible.

In the manufacture of dresses, manufacturers are equal to the season and pricing policy, as well as the place where you put it on. That is why it is impossible to list all the materials and colors from which trapeze dresses are sewn.

As for the cut - there is also something to choose from:

• various designs of sleeves, up to their absence;
• interesting design of the neckline and collar;
• with and without pockets;
• decorated with embroidery;
• with print or plain.

The differences of this dress from other styles is the presence of a beautiful neckline or open back, as well as a long fluffy skirt.

Similar models are especially attractive on tall ladies.

Designers experiment both with volume, using layering, with different options for the top of the dress, and with print and even with high cuts.

A dress of this style is more often chosen by young women, as well as young girls. In this style of dress, elements of childhood and femininity are mixed.

Baby dollars dresses are sewn from light airy fabrics, often trimmed with lace. The skirt of most models of this style is magnificent, with many frills and ruffles. Very often, a baby dollars outfit is chosen as a prom dress.

In such a dress, the bottom is more voluminous and looks like it is inflated, which is why the name of the style is connected. Such a cut allows you to hide such body imperfections as protruding belly and full thighs. Also, such a dress is very suitable for very thin girls.

Usually, the lining is shortened to create the shape of the balloon dress. There are also variations in which the lower part protrudes (it is folded and trimmed with embroidery or pattern).

You can wear a balloon dress every day (if the model is sewn from knitwear) or choose such a style for the holiday (for example, a bright chiffon dress).

Fashionistas borrowed this style from the ballet. A feature of the dresses-packs is the combination of a tight-fitting top with a short voluminous skirt, for sewing which use from 6 to 15 layers of airy fabric, for example, tulle.

Although they began to wear a tutu dress back in the 80s of the last century, these days this outfit remains a curiosity, albeit not provocative. This dress is most often chosen for a party or wedding.

Dresses of this type are flared from the waist, so their use helps to hide voluminous hips, but it can also emphasize the bust. Often they are supplemented with a belt to further emphasize the waistline.

Most often, dresses of this style are represented by light summer models, which can be either plain or with different prints.

This dress looks youthful and bold. Its main feature is the lack of a skirt - it is replaced by wide trousers or shorts. For tailoring dresses of this style traditionally use denim or knitwear. The advantage of a culottes dress is the ability to use it to hide the fullness of the hips and emphasize the waist.

Since this model of dress is more often chosen by young girls, the color of the culottes is usually bright and expressive. An outfit can be a good option for a summer walk, and if you choose a product with a discreet color, it will make an excellent work suit.

The main feature of this style is the overestimation of the waistline, due to which the bust is emphasized, and the imperfections of the figure below the chest are hidden. The length of a dress of this type can be very different, and the fabrics used for its sewing are mainly flowing.

Made in different lengths, trimmed with stones, ribbons or rhinestones, they are suitable for hiking both in the store and under the crown.

If you want to charm your man or attract the attention of others - your choice should be a dress in a Greek style.

Light and weightless fabrics are selected by manufacturers for these dresses so that you look like a goddess who has just descended from the heights of Olympus.

Greek dress in its cut has a high waist and understated. It is combined with a sleeve, different lengths, as well as flowing folds of airy fabric. Such dresses are suitable for absolutely everyone, you just have to choose your model, of which countless have gathered on the market.

Combine them with light heeled sandals, a platform or without, with clutches on a long chain or without it.

Of jewelry, thin bracelets made of precious metals or made under them are best suited, you can also combine a Greek dress with a wide bracelet ring, various earrings and a small number of rings.

You can fill a flower in your hair, add a small diadem or a metal hairpin with stones.

The name of this style is associated with the English word "smock", meaning dress decoration with frills. And so the main feature of such outfits is lush ruffles. In addition, a smock dress usually has a high waist and a loose bottom.

Most of these outfits have a length above the knees. Many of them do not have sleeves and shoulder straps.

Since the cut of the smock dress is free, it is great for girls in the body. Such a model will be a good option for a cocktail dress, and is also convenient for pregnant women.

This style is distinguished by the presence of a V-shaped cutout, formed due to the plowing of one shelf on another, and numerous folds. This dress is recommended for girls with an expressive figure, because it helps to emphasize the hips and waist, and especially the chest.

The first dresses with a smell were sewn from cotton fabric with a floral pattern. The Americans liked them because they were universal and simple. Now for the manufacture of models of this style using different materials with many color options.

The length of a dress with a smell is very different. Having picked up a suitable variation, you receive an outfit for a date or a celebration or a casual model for the office.

The top of the dresses of this style is similar to the top, it wraps around the neck of a woman. Such American dresses look very feminine, therefore, more often represented by evening dresses. They are more suitable for short girls who have a thin waist.

In this style, women's fashion is combined with men's fashion, since in the upper part the outfit is represented by a shirt, and below - a fluffy skirt. Dress shirts were especially widespread after the 60s of the last century. If before, such a dress always had a collar, in modern models it may be absent.

Dress-shirt is also straight and a little fitted. Many models have a belt.

The main advantages of the style are practicality and comfort.

The highlight of these dresses is the disproportionate length of the hem or shoulder line.

Such a sports dress appeared in the UK at the end of the 20th century on the basis of a polo shirt. Cotton and knitwear are used for tailoring this dress.

The upper part of the model is similar to a T-shirt, and the length of the outfit is most often medium or mini (maxi is much less common).

The main characteristics of a polo dress can be called the presence of a stand-up collar, patch pockets and buttons at the top of the product.

This style of dress is suitable for any woman, but looks most attractive on fit athletic girls. Dark models, complemented by a strap, look especially feminine.

Most often, these dresses are bought for leisure, walking or sports, but in a modest model of medium length it is permissible to go to work in the office.

So called elegant and elegant dresses, the appearance of which was influenced by the culture and fashion of China. They are tight-fitting models with a vertical collar, a diagonal smell and small cuts on the sides.

Most often, bright silk is used for sewing them, on which a floral pattern can be depicted.

The features of the outfits of this style are a free cut and an absent waist, so that the dress becomes like a bag.

Models of dresses of this style differ in knee length and simple lines. They usually have a tiny sleeve or none at all, but there may be a collar.

Dress shift suitable for any figure. Its name in translation means “shift”, since such an outfit became popular in the 50s of the last century.

Modern shift dresses are most often sewn of wool or knitwear, which is why they are most in demand as everyday clothes.

The outfits of this style are represented by short dresses with a loose cut and flared sleeves.

Since the tunic dress is not tight, it is suitable for women who have a very different type of figure. Sew style mainly from light materials.

Its popularity is due to its versatility. You can wear trousers for such a dress and get a good business ensemble. In a light chiffon tunic it is pleasant to be in the summertime, and in a bright and elegant dress of this style you can go to a party.

Dresses of this style are light and comfortable. Most often, there are no sleeves in them (most sundresses have straps), and thanks to the free cut, such outfits are suitable for girls with any figure.

Modern sarafans are sewn from different types of fabric, but for summer they often use cotton, and winter models are represented by knitwear. The straps come in different thicknesses, can be tied, fastened, trimmed with bows.

Dresses of this style are an adaptation of the national costume of Japanese women. They are in demand due to the convenient style, the use of natural soft fabric (often silk), loose one-piece sleeves, and bright colors.

The kimono dress has no buttons, as the outfit is wraparound. Such outfits can serve as comfortable clothes for every day, and as a dress "on the way out."

This style of dress was borrowed from the clothes of the same name of the Indians. In the original, it is a piece of tissue that is wrapped in a special way around the body.

Thanks to the free cut, the dress turns out universal and suits women of any age and with any figure.

This dress appeared thanks to the national costumes of Indonesians, Asians and Oceanians.

The first sarong dresses were created as dresses for the beach, which were tied over the chest and dropped to the ankles. That is why this style is most appropriate in hot summer weather.

It is troublesome for girls "in the body" to choose the perfect outfit for themselves, because most models are designed for thin ones. That is why designers produce a whole series of dresses for the full.

Full, but fit girl fit dresses "on the figure", but not skinny.

Handbags choose medium and small sizes in color suitable for the overall image. As for shoes, massive models are undesirable, but too light ones are also inappropriate. The “golden mean” is best suited - shoes or sandals with a heel or a medium-length platform.

Jewelry of small sizes, neat and elegant will complement the overall image. You can decorate the neck with a light scarf or satin scarf.

In the summer, every girl wants to look even more attractive and she manages to do this with the help of a well-chosen outfit.

In summer, you can wear a dress of any style: Greek, Empire, Godet, trapeze, magnificent, dress-shirt, combination, retro, bustier, and even sports. It all depends on the occasion and the situation for which the outfit is selected.

You always need to look good, even in the coldest time of the year. Most often in winter, knitted dresses of different styles are popular, long and color. They are combined with a variety of handbags and boots, turtlenecks, gloves are added. Tunic dresses can be worn under jeans or plain leggings.

Winter dresses from dense fabrics also come in different cuts:

• with and without sleeves;
• tunic dresses;
• vest dresses;
• sundresses;
• A-shaped;
• direct.

These styles are suitable for shawls, shawls and cloaks, boots and low shoes, a variety of jewelry, gloves and mantles. Plain turtlenecks, warm tights and leggings can also be worn under them.