Sundresses

Summer sundresses 2020

Content

A bit of history
Models
Length
Fabrics
Popular colors
Fashion trends and news
Selection tips
What to wear?
Spectacular images

Summer sundress - universal clothing. In it you can go to work, go to the forest or go on a visit. In the summer, he perfectly saves from the heat, and wearing a jacket or jacket on him, the sundress may already look like an office outfit.

Ease of use was reflected in its mass production and popular women's love. For designers, the sundress became a thing for inspiration and the search for new forms of cut and decoration. This season, on the catwalk, one could see many variations of such a summer dress in unusual shades and with elements of complex decor.

A bit of history

The word “sarafan” came from the Turkic language, and in translation it means formal clothes. For the first time it was mentioned in the annals of the XIV century. The first to try on a "sundress" men. It began to be worn by governors and Moscow princes.

In a women's wardrobe, a sundress migrated only after three centuries. According to it, the social status of women was determined in the hillforts. Later, under Peter I, a sundress was entrenched in commoners. This was facilitated by the reform of the king, who headed for Europe and obliged everyone to wear European-style clothing. The sundress returned to the wardrobe of Russian ladies under Catherine II.

The traditional Russian dress was distinguished by a straight cut. For freedom of movement, direct or oblique inserts were added. Moreover, in each area the sundress had its own characteristics. It was sewn mainly from homespun material, and peasants with the money could afford to buy silk, chintz or brocade at fairs. Of the expensive material, clothes for the holidays were mainly sewn.

At the wedding, the bride also dressed in sundresses, under which specially prepared shirts. Masters have long been engaged in decorating the outfit. Sewn on beads, pearls and necessarily embroidery.

For the wedding, wealthy families sewed several different sundresses so that the bride could be in a new outfit every day of the celebration.

Red was the favorite color in the Russian costume, and wedding sundresses were no exception. We also loved to use white fabrics that decorated with gold patterns for a wedding dress.

Women aged mostly wore blue and black linen.

Models

Sundresses - open clothing. And the designers are still trying to add a bit of sexuality, using seductive decorative details.

This season, lace has become the most popular fashion trend. The summer outfit has acquired additional lightness and romanticism. It is gaining its army of fans and the so-called “linen” style. These models are made of thin chiffon or guipure.

Elegant sundresses decorated with lace of contrasting color may well pass for a cocktail dress.

Layering is also one of the fashion trends. The sundress model consists of several fabrics. They can be of the same color, but contrast shades add brightness to the style. Sundresses from the combination of plain fabrics and print look very bright and fresh.

Of most interest, of course, are floor-long sundresses. Straight, fitted, with a high waist, flared, with long cuts, they can hide the flaws of the figure and vice versa emphasize them.

Another type of sundress can be distinguished in a separate model - with artistic cutouts. They are made in the form of geometric shapes and are located in various places. An involuntary intrigue is created, since such cuts will attract the attention of others.

Sundresses - a bando a real test for a girl, because they are strapless and therefore require a particularly careful approach in choosing a model. But these works are worth it, because they look very seductive. This type of clothing is suitable for access to the beach, but bolder girls often wear a bandeau in the city.

Knitwear is slowly returning to the fashion world. Hand made forced to look at familiar things from a different angle. Sundresses are also among them. They are made in large and small knitting, with unique patterns and patterns.

Length

The length of the sundress can be very different. Micro-sarafans are offered to young girls, the length of which reaches the middle of the thigh. The model looks at the expense of this catchy. Fabrics are used plain and without additional details.

Under the trim are laces that emphasize the young image of the owner of the sundress. Grace adds a neckline.

Sundresses with a length of midi and maxi are also not without femininity and romanticism. For such models, light fabrics are selected. Often they are decorated with frills, folds, ruffles. A sophisticated cut is used to emphasize the brightness of the model. As an addition, belts are proposed: they can be with buckles or they can be tied on a bow.

Designers offer unusual necks, armholes and bodices. Together with sewn beads, ribbons and stones, such sundresses look like a real fashionable masterpiece.

Fabrics

For summer sundresses, light fabrics are selected in which the woman will be comfortable on a hot day. Usually it is cotton, and for more refined options chiffon and silk are selected.

Another popular fabric is linen. This is the favorite of the season. It is proved that even on the hottest day in a linen sundress, the body breathes best. Of course, designers offer models from more expensive fabrics, but still, given the mass popularity of summer dresses, manufacturers opted for natural materials.

Denim is also a great fabric for summer sundresses. Styles from it are usually sewn simple, moreover, the material is not whimsical and does not require care.

Popular colors

Fashion remains true to bright colors. Summer clothes, like no other, “absorb” a variety of colors and patterns: from plain to complex with geometric shapes. In sundresses, the wide color range looks quite harmonious.

In the fashion of this season, shades of blue, yellow, green, purple, orange, purple, pink and gold retain their positions.

Floral prints are very popular. The gradual transition from a small pattern on the top of the model to large flowers on the hem looks beautiful on a long dress. This print best emphasizes the romantic image of the girl.

Ethnic, geometric, abstract fabric patterns are also in great demand. Sundresses look stylish and modern.

A summer checkered dress is one of the most unusual clothing options this season. This can also include vertical and horizontal stripes, peas.

All together is the main theme in the world of fashion clothes. Thanks to such drawings, you can visually correct the figure and distract attention from its shortcomings.

The brighter the print, the simpler the silhouette - by this principle, stylists work with printed fabrics.

Continuing the theme of the correction of the line of the figure, it is worth noting that using the color of the fabric, you can improve your appearance. For example, everyone knows that black is slim. But for a hot summer day to be in such a dark color is undesirable. Stylists suggest using it in a classic combination with white.

By the way, light colors are also relevant this season. White color is considered the summer. It fits different styles and combines with all colors. The combination of white and red is one of the most successful options.

White sundresses can be presented in everyday and evening models. They also look good in sports and romantic styles.

Very carefully you need to approach the shiny fabrics that visually add volume.

Another fashion trend is the combination of two types of fabrics - with a pattern and plain. For this, silk of saturated colors is used: black, white, emerald, purple, blue.

Fashion trends and news

The style of new look with bright and floral prints has returned to fashion. In a sundress, he looks like a strict bodice and a luxurious hem in flowers. It can be cute field cornflowers or, on the contrary, bright exotic.

Classics in summer clothes do not give up their advanced positions. Straight and fitted sundresses go well with a summer coat or denim jacket. This versatility pushed back some styles of summer dresses in the popularity rating.

In casual style, sundresses have gone from everyday life, becoming more sophisticated.

In the romantic style, long styles are in the lead. They are not suitable for life in the city, but they are excellent at traveling and on the beaches. For convenience and comfort, only natural fabrics are used: cotton, linen or their combination with silk.

Denim sundress has become a real phenomenon this season. This trend is actively developing. A popular model was elongated sundresses with a closed neckline, with a through fastener. Stylists took this image from the "vintage" style of the 70s of the last century.

Sundress-safari also burst to the top of the fashionable Olympus. Color models of bleached caramel and mint, strict lines of a fitted silhouette, clearly drawn pockets, chevrons and shoulder straps are the main components of this style. Great for the city.

Another design novelty of this season is a colorful print of strange patterns and crazy fancy colors.

Selection tips

When buying a sundress, you should immediately pay attention to the composition of the fabric. It is better to give preference to natural materials. This is especially true for children's sundresses. For them, it is worth choosing not soiled colors and simple models, so that the girl can independently deal with the straps and wear the dress correctly.

For teenage girls, sundresses should be selected, given personal preferences. Usually they prefer bright colors and mini-length models.

For adults, these tips are also suitable. When buying, it is necessary from the first minutes to decide for what purpose clothes are purchased. The model for walking does not fit the office outfit at all.Full women should not choose sundresses with sparkles, bright prints. Straight and fitted styles of pastel colors are best suited.

If you are choosing a model for a trip to the sea, it is best to choose a strapless sundress so that the sun tan lies exactly on the skin of the shoulders.

What to wear?

Sundresses go well with cardigans, sweaters and cardigans. It should be borne in mind that the longer the sundress, the shorter should be worn over the clothes. The most important thing is that the products match the color of the product.

The simplest ensemble with a sarafan is created using light scarves made of silk or chiffon. They will add femininity to the image.

Jewelry should not be heavy, although volumetric options are allowed. For example, large beads or bracelets. This is especially true for long sundresses. It is best to select quality jewelry. Jewelry does not fit at all with a sundress.

The sundress bag should be medium in size, preferably with a volume. You can buy a small fashionable backpack.

From shoes, sandals and slippers are best suited. For low, it is worth choosing shoes on the platform. Under a long dress, you should wear classic shoes or shoes with an open toe.

Spectacular images

A white multi-tiered sundress on thin straps is an ideal option for relaxing on the seashore on a hot day. Accessories of brown color are chosen for this color - a pendant on a suspension bracket, a bag and platform sandals. Romantic image for a young girl.

A long sundress looks like an evening outfit. The complex line of cut of the upper part with a deep line of the neckline attracts the eye. From a saturated gray-red combination, a smooth transition into a yellow stripe, and the gray color spreads with abstract lines on a white background. The airiness of the image is supported by the lightness of the fabric.

Another long version of a sundress with a high waist and a flared skirt. To it are selected wooden jewelry that is in harmony with the dress in the color of the sea wave. Hat with curved brims adds an image of freedom