Clothing styles

Currently, there are a huge number of clothing styles. Each of them has its own characteristics and is suitable for certain situations. Some allow you to look restrained, while others shock others with their courage and serve.

A style is a way of self-expression, manifestation of individuality with the help of appearance. And if fashion is fleeting, then the style of each person can change throughout life not so swiftly.

The origin of the word style is due to the Greek language, in which the so-called writing tool. In the modern sense, the term is interpreted as a combination of artistic signs, means and techniques that have a common idea.

Having your own style in clothes means finding harmony between the inner world and appearance, and fashion trends help to reveal new facets of style.

The formation and choice of style direction is influenced by a combination of factors. First of all, it is taste and character traits. Age is also of considerable importance, since the worldview of young people differs from the views of the mature. Religion and the nation, as well as an era with its own characteristics, contribute to the definition of wardrobe. Social status and lifestyle are factors that influence the formation of style, but to a greater extent they form the image of a person.

Style in clothing implies respect for proportions and a sense of proportion, while all the details of the image should be harmoniously combined with each other. In addition to reflecting the internal state, a stylish image should correspond to the situation and the specific situation.

The first fashion trends began to appear in the 14th century in French Paris. At this time, wealthy ladies began to use very unusual hats. Outwardly, they resembled a hat with horns - they had two high cones attached to the base of the headgear.

The onset of the Renaissance continued the formation of fashion culture, but the palm has now passed to Venice. For ladies' outfits, the presence of a long train and an open neckline becomes characteristic, and the sleeves are decorated with a neckline-creve. The hairstyle of noble persons was high due to the use of hairpieces and was decorated with thin sections of fabric.

The 16th century takes place under the auspices of Spanish stiffness. Dresses become closed and are decorated with high collars, reaching to the very face. Fluffy lined skirts hide the figure.

Subsequently, the right to dictate fashion returns to France, and fashion trends are rapidly changing. Over three centuries, women's dresses with natural lines were replaced by dresses with ornaments and straight silhouettes in the Rococo style, and then tight corsets, a crinoline and a long sleeve became fashionable. Hairstyle with bangs was replaced by wigs and hats with wide brim. The abundance of magnificent decor either became relevant or disappeared from fashionable horizons.

With the gradual gain of freedom, women begin to wear trousers, then jeans and overalls come into use, allowing fashionistas to show ease. As a result, the end of the 20th century is held under the auspices of gender equality.

In the modern world, it is very difficult to keep up with fashion and match it. But the freedom of choice and the variety of styles, most of which have been formed over the past two centuries, allow you to make successful images.

Acquaintance of the girl with the most popular style varieties will help her to easily bring new ideas into the image, look different every time.

One of the romantic can be called shabby chic. His ancestor is considered an American Rachel Asheville, who gave a second life to antique things. The word shabby is translated from English as shabby.

Among classic examples, you can find floral motifs in the form of prints or embroidery, the presence of lace details, the use of silver threads and golden fittings, as well as the predominance of pastel colors, the use of natural fabrics and an unusual combination of rough and delicate textures.

The heyday of luxury style came at the beginning of the XX century, when women gained courage and showed beauty. In those days, a boyish figure was considered the standard of female beauty. Therefore, the outfits were straight cut with lowered waist, had a knee length or slightly lower and an impressive cutout on the back or in the neckline. Dresses for celebrations had a plentiful decor in the form of sequins, beads and glass beads, fringe and lace elements, so they looked slightly pretentious.

In everyday life, ladies wore clothes with geometric or floral prints. In art deco, there is always brown and beige in all manifestations and gold.The image will help to complete a pair of formal high-heeled shoes and a flirty hat with a feather or veil.

Bright and at the same time modest outfits inspire many designers to create images with the participation of Indian motifs. This area is characterized by the use of breathable fabrics, as well as multilayer and spacious. Sky blue and raspberry, yellow and orange, pink and purple, salad - cheerful colors are used to create an Indian image.

Rich decor can be either in the form of painting on fabric or embroidery with gold thread, or from beads and beads of various calibers. Indian women abundantly complement the outfit with all kinds of accessories: bracelets on arms and legs, chains and necklaces, rings and earrings. Among jewelery items with precious stones are valued. Shoes should be comfortable and practical.

Among the national dresses firmly rooted in fashion shows, it is worth noting the clothes of ancient Greek women. Today, clothes in the Greek style are used both every day and for special occasions and even as wedding dresses.

Due to the free style and simplicity of cut, the use of airy fabrics, the abundance of draperies and pleats, this outfit is suitable for girls with any type of figure. And the high waistline and maximum length favorably emphasize the chest and decorate the figure of a pregnant woman. The characteristic asymmetry in the outfits is often expressed in straps on one shoulder or in the cut of the hem. Monochrome outfits have delicate shades of yellow and beige, blue and white. Gold-plated accessories complete the look.

Another trend with ethnic notes is the Egyptian style. The outfits created by the ancient Egyptians to this day amaze with their simplicity and uniqueness, and fashion designers have successfully created modern images on their basis. The cut of outfits is distinguished by its simplicity and the use of geometric shapes, which are also found in ornaments and accessories. Such clothes do not have unnecessary details, therefore it is quite practical.

The unique beauty of the outfits is given by the use of luxurious fabrics and their combination. The presence of folds in the hips or shoulders, as well as the use of pleating, help to hide the flaws of the figure. Characteristic is the presence of patterns resembling the work of the ancient Egyptians - hieroglyphs or images of animals; fringe and embroidery, metal elements are also often used.

Ethnostyle is one of the favorite trends of many designers. Its brightness and identity is fascinating. To create clothes of free styles for African motifs, natural materials and their imitations are often used. The fabrics are richly decorated with ornaments and prints reflecting the African nature, monophonic wardrobe elements are rare.

Of particular note are accessories that play with colors and are distinguished by their exoticism. Lightweight sandals will work as shoes.

Ethnic outfits a la rus, which belong to the folk style, capture not only domestic, but also world fashion catwalks. Original Russian boots and scarves fit perfectly into modern looks. The direction is also characterized by the use of fur trim and lush floral floor skirts. The main thing is to observe a sense of proportion.

It is also a type of ethnicity. It is based on patchwork, with the help of which not only clothes were created from the remains of fabrics. Today, this trend is being recreated in prints that only imitate painstakingly sewn shreds. Simple styles and mottles are signs of a patchwork.

It dates back to the 70s of the last century - the time of hippies and involves a mixture of completely different textures and styles in one image. Unusual and creative nature impresses such a direction, often inventing its own style in this way.Although eclecticism does not seem to obey the rules, there are still some principles for creating an image.

In the compiled bow some common feature should be captured - color, texture or shape. The effect can be achieved by combining things of the same color but different textures in the image. Bright colors are welcomed in this direction, usually the role of emphasis in the image is given to original accessories.

Like eclecticism, it involves a combination of incompatible things. However, fusion is more restrained and usually allows a combination of only two styles. One style is taken as the basis, and the details of the second place accents in the image. Colors should be bright and vibrant, natural colors are also welcome. The materials chosen are natural fabrics and shiny textiles - silk, satin, viscose.

The mystical and extraordinary style of fantasy is popular among young people. This trend is relevant for theme parties, in ordinary life, you should not dress up like that. There is no clear framework for creating images; descriptions of the heroes of stories in the fantasy genre are taken as the basis. At your discretion, you can choose the character of an evil sorcerer or a good magician and create your own outfit based on a long dress in the style of the Victorian era with elements of Gothic. The theme will be completed by a thematic hairstyle and appropriate makeup.

The embodiment of Japanese cartoons can be seen in the images of the direction of the anime. This style of dressing is popular among Japanese youth, however, anime fans are everywhere. The outfits can resemble the clothes of cartoon characters or be deliberately girlish, as Japanese schoolgirls wear. You can also include clothes for teenagers with the image of their favorite heroes.

Sexy and flirty look outfits in the style of baby-doll. You can create a doll look with skirts or dresses with a high waistline, which have a rich romantic decor in the form of ruffles, bows and lace. Outfits of this direction are usually sewn from weightless materials, have many layers and have bright colors or prints.

To complete the bow will help hairpins and delicate accessories - headbands, knee-highs or bows. Do not choose this direction for work, as well as for ladies with curvaceous or over 30 years old.

Bohemian style is often chosen by people from the world of art. Convenient and practical things of free styles are suitable for creating images. Boho is also characterized by the use of natural fabrics and layering in clothes, the predominance of pastel or noble colors and a variety of prints. Bright accessories will help to place accents.

It originates from the gypsy peoples, so it is sometimes called gypsy. Bright and colorful outfits look defiant. The basis of the jeepsi wardrobe is long dresses and floor skirts, which often have many frills or layers. Also a characteristic detail is a colorful shawl that can be decorated with fringe. As the top, you can choose a blouse with accentuated waist and neckline, frill, removable sleeves or bare shoulders.

Brutal and strict style is distinguished by clear lines and the use of rough materials. The actual colors for the direction are the colors of military uniforms and beige tones. This style is loved by many girls for its functionality and practicality.

The trend in women's clothing called Garson was adopted from men's fashion. Typical clothes of this style are with a man's cut and loose styles. This can be a dress not adjacent to the figure with a belt on the hips or waist, as well as men's-style shirts and wide trousers without unnecessary decor. Some ladies prefer to wear such clothes in the office.

Other business women prefer formal business style. It is characterized by clear and strict lines, the predominance of monochrome colors and pastel colors.Frank cutouts and mini are not allowed in a formal setting, and make-up and hairstyle should match the business environment. Classic dresses, pencil skirts and blouses, as well as business suits, will help you focus as much as possible on work.

For family photo shoots, family look outfits are often selected. The direction involves the selection of clothes in one format, while a married couple or parents with a baby look quite harmonious. The choice of such a kit for the event once again emphasizes the unity and cohesion of the family.

The rustic style became fashionable not so long ago. Its main features are simple and free styles, as well as the predominance of colored patterns and prints. It involves the use of coarse and textured fabrics, inherent in the rustic direction and knitwear. The lack of luxury and functionality attracts many fashionistas to the country direction.

Lovers of bright and catchy glamor are usually regulars at parties. This direction is intended to attract attention with its brilliance and luxury. The style is characterized by a wide range of colors with acid and bright shades of predominantly pink color, dressing things with fur. The length of the mini and deep neckline, as well as stylish long gloves and branded items will help create a unique glamorous image.

Color-blocking style direction looks bright and unusual. It involves a combination of two or three primary colors or their transitional shades in one outfit. Examples of successful combinations are red and yellow, blue and green, orange and blue. Such images are laconic and lack of decor, the main emphasis on flowers of the same intensity.

For gala evenings and important events, women choose dresses in the evening style, and for casual walks and meetings with friends, an informal casual is suitable.

When choosing a style, you must first focus on the internal state, but some tips will always help you look luxurious.

• The choice of colors for clothing and accessories should match the color type of the girl. So, for spring and autumn types you need to choose warm colors, and for summer and winter - cold.
• The figure and its features require the selection of the right styles, able to hide flaws and emphasize advantages.
• Accessories will help to highlight the most attractive parts of the image, and distract the eye from other areas.
• The ratio of internal preferences and the appearance of clothing will make you feel comfortable. Each girl intuitively inclines to one or several (no more than 3) styles.
• Hair and makeup should correspond to the chosen direction and harmoniously complement it.

There are women in the world who set the fashion for their contemporaries and become role models. Today among them:

• Actress Audrey Hepburn, who introduced the fashion for total black. In her images, she preferred ballet flats and low-heeled boats, trousers with short trousers, dresses of elegant styles. In addition, the addition was a bang and stylish accessories - large sunglasses, elongated gloves and a unique mouthpiece.
• Kate Middleton from the royal couple is not averse to wearing the clothes of the mass market, skillfully combining it with exclusive gizmos. In her outfits, Kate boldly uses both traditional and modern techniques, while remaining the standard of the English style.
• The new first lady of the United States Melania Trump has already managed to contribute to the national heritage of the country. She made everyone try on the color of fuchsia, relying not on fashion trends, but on her own taste. The president’s wife is a prime example of how you can educate a real lady in yourself.
• Hollywood actress Jennifer Aniston attracts attention by the way she skillfully combines various fashion trends. Preferring to take casual style as a basis, she adds accents to other areas and looks very fashionable.And in combination with a beautiful figure, her images look simply incomparable.

Since there are a great many styles, it is logical that some of them become fashionable, while others fade into the background. This year became fashionable:

• Grunge with his rebellious motifs and anti-glamorous mood. Young people who protest against society choose worn jeans and elongated T-shirts, tousled hair and fluted shoes.
• Boho with its floral prints and fur trim. In fashion, naturalness and proximity to nature in conjunction with bright accessories, often handmade.
• Retro-style in the coming season will manifest itself in checkered wardrobe items of various colors and sizes, straight silhouettes and constructivism. In the cool season, by the way, try on a long hand-knitted sweater, a-line midi skirts, as well as elegant long dresses.
• The play of color with the help of color blocking will find itself in fur products for the cold season, which will open the direction in a new way.
• This year's linen line was manifested in the predominance of light translucent fabrics and an abundance of romantic decor - ruffles, ruffles and flounces. For winter, long dresses with a floral print and a cardigan draped over it are suitable.

A patchwork skirt in combination with an elegant blouse with long sleeves-lanterns and a stylish belt with a cute bow is a perfectly acceptable office option in the absence of a strict dress code.

Having tried on a long printed skirt with a flounce, an elongated top on thin straps with fringe and a weightless chiffon wrap with a floral print, you can go to a creative meeting or a master class. The boho style will be complemented by accessories - a hair band and a pendant on a long chain.

Feminine and sophisticated looks like a wedding dress in the Greek style. A drop-down silhouette and an asymmetrical style, emphasized by a shoulder strap on one shoulder and a hem elongated on one side, are complemented by a belt designed in the general style. And the collected hair emphasizes the beauty of the bends of the female body.