The image of the heroine Audrey Hepburn from the famous painting “Breakfast at Tiffany's” in 1961, which appeared in front of us in a shift dress, did not leave anyone indifferent, and this model of dress has forever entered the history of fashion.
The very concept of shift (shift, movement), which gave the name to this style, began to symbolize a shift in culture among young people aside from everything familiar. Women who became more liberated had to like the dress, which gave them the opportunity to work comfortably, dance and simply move freely all year round.
Hanging on his shoulders, a short, concise, even dress became a classic. It deservedly occupied its niche in the fashion world, popular and loved by women all over the world.
A very comfortable, practical dress is today a favorite subject of wardrobe, both for the office and for celebrations.
Features
Shift dress is a short dress that flows smoothly from the shoulder line with straight lines to the bottom straight or trapezoidal. This style does not highlight the waist and bends of the figure. Rather resembling an elongated top, it usually reaches a length above the knee or to the middle of the thigh. Unlike its original version with bare shoulders, a modern shift dress is also sewn with any length of sleeves.
The classic version of the dress is with an oval neckline or boat, the types of collar - a small "turn-down" rounded or pointed in the corners.
Patch or welt pockets below the waistline emphasize the retro style.
Laconic free cut dress-shift makes you feel relaxed and hides from the prying eyes the flaws of the physique.
Who is it for?
The universal shift dress with its loyalty allows you to look elegant and relaxed with a different physique: with a boyish or rectangular figure, on the owners of the tummy and voluminous hips.
It is worth noting that the lack of emphasis on the waist can give some obesity to the image, so loose cuts are recommended for the crumpets. You can experiment with a thin strap or belt to the dress. Extra kilograms in the waist will be hidden by a flared style to the bottom.
The option of a dress with a length of "midi" will appeal to more mature women. Features of the model will mask excess volumes in the abdomen and hips, and the exquisitely modest image will pleasantly diversify with colors, fabric and accessories chosen to your taste.
And, of course, shiftdress is a win-win option for a tall girl with slim legs. Those who want to demonstrate an impeccable figure can confidently choose options for a more tight-fitting dress.
Selection tips
One of the options for a shift dress is a semi-adjacent silhouette.
"Classics of the genre", in a dress shift is a short length. Of course, it is worth considering the age, shape of the legs and the purpose of the outfit. After all, a square cut, without fit, makes the dress even shorter. If, nevertheless, you are determined, and do not intend to go to the office in it, then you can put on a dress with tight tights, dark plain leggings.
The material will dilute the simplicity of cut: rich colors, a game of contrasts in detail, all kinds of prints, patterns, cage and polka dots.
When choosing a fabric, it is recommended to keep the material well-shaped, in hot weather linen and cotton are relevant, and in winter they will warm knitwear, wool, knitted fabrics.
What to wear?
Dress shift is a valuable representative of the basic wardrobe. The classic version without sleeves, looks stylish in combination with a turtleneck, knitted sweater.
In the office, choose a longer version of the dress.
Under the dress with open hands, you can wear a blouse with long sleeves. Also, at a business meeting, shiftdress will organically look with a jacket.
In cool time, it will be comfortable to wear a cardigan or a short leather jacket over a dress.
As mentioned above, the problem of a beloved but too short dress with lush hips can be solved by wearing tight tights, leggings or tight trousers.
The restrained outfit is diversified by accessories, in the form of a neck scarf, or an elegant strap emphasizing the waist.
Accessories
The shift dress allows you to use several catchy jewelry: a necklace with a pendant, a massive bracelet, multi-layered beads.
This property allows women, with such a modest silhouette, always look different.
But do not abuse it - if a plain dress can be diluted with a bright necklace, ring, belt, then the accessory for a colored dress should be combined with a pattern on the fabric.
Footwear
It harmonizes well with our model and adds comfort to low-soled shoes, sandals, boots and low shoes, and shoes with a small wide heel.
In winter, a shiftdress with high boots with a flat sole or with a small heel, as well as boots worn with tight tights, are spectacular.
In solemn occasions, high-heeled shoes will make an excellent company with high-heeled shoes.
Dress-shift will serve well in every woman’s wardrobe, giving her owner unique comfort and, at the same time, emphasizing her good taste and sense of style.
Ah, Audrey Hepburn ... how amazing she is ...
The shift dress is universal - it will suit any figure. and accessories can easily change the image.