Lovers of a free cut should pay attention to the refined and extraordinary balloon skirt. Its creator is Pierre Cardin, who in each model tried to translate the shape of a vase.
So, in 1964, he presented to the wide audience an unsurpassed balloon skirt. She has an oval silhouette, which is very similar to a flower, but only upside down. This style has a lot in common with a tulip skirt, but the main difference is in the cut and large volume.
Who is it for?
A balloon skirt is an ideal solution for a tall girl with a slim figure. But owners of magnificent forms can also afford this style, the main thing is to choose the right model:
- girls with a triangle figure should give preference to models with a midi length to hide wide hips;
- girls with a figure of an inverted triangle can choose a balloon skirt, on the contrary, to increase the hips, create harmony between the top and bottom.
This style is distinguished by the absence of rigid forms, it does not fit the hips and legs, so it gives femininity and harmony.
Full women of short stature should refuse the skirt of the balloon, since it will only emphasize fullness, the silhouette will look clumsy.
If you want to replenish your wardrobe with an exquisite balloon skirt, then you should have straight legs and beautiful ankles, because this style emphasizes these areas.
Features
The balloon skirt is notable for its free cut, but its peculiarity lies in the fact that with the help of a ribbon or braid, it is going up and down. Designers offer mostly short lengths.
The product can be smooth or tucked down in the middle. Some models of this style have folds in a pleated skirt, which can be both small and large.
Today, designers use a variety of fabrics in the tailoring of this style of skirt; knitwear, silk, satin, gabardine, and, of course, denim deserve preference.
A cylinder skirt can become an indispensable element of an image in a business style, in everyday or evening wear. Some models are even included in wedding collections.
A variety of models of this style is simply mesmerizing and amazing. Each girl will be able to choose an original, stylish and feminine skirt.
For example, models with high or low waist are in great demand, which allow you to hide the flaws of the figure, emphasize the waist line.
Many skirts are decorated with drapery, which can be on the sides, back or front. Models with patch pockets look pretty nice, although there are options with hidden ones.
Color
The balloon skirt can be presented in different color options; when choosing them, you can completely rely on your taste. Nevertheless, the most popular colors should be called dark colors: brown, black or blue.
Many prefer burgundy models, rich and deep.
For hot summers, pastel or sand tones should be preferred. Snow-white skirts will also look unforgettable. Designers suggest combining two colors. Black and violet, gray and turquoise color look like a beautiful tandem.
What to wear?
The balloon skirt looks expressive, attracts the attention of others, so it should always be the main emphasis in the image. This style is perfect for embodying styles such as retro, vintage, boho or romance. Some models fit perfectly into the French style.
A distinctive feature of the skirt of the balloon is a free cut. And to the spacious bottom you should always choose a tight-fitting top, because this is the only way to avoid the spherical silhouette. With this style you can combine shirts and blouses, sweaters and jackets.
A stylish accent can become a fashionable accent. It will emphasize the waist line, but it must be in the same color as the skirt, then the waist will seem narrower.
If you want to create a business image or are going to a solemn event, then you should give preference to classic models of stilettos. For a summer walk, you can pick up shoes without heels.
In cold weather, boots-boots will be a great addition to the cylinder skirt. For small girls, you can visually lengthen the silhouette if you put on a skirt, tights and shoes of the same color.
The balloon skirt can be used to embody a variety of bows, so it looks great with different accessories. For a party, you should pick up an elegant small handbag and expensive jewelry.
For daily use, the handbag should be larger for ease of use, and the choice of jewelry is more modest.
Girls who lead an active lifestyle prefer denim balloon skirts, and also choose maxi length models. For the embodiment of a bow in casual style, it is worth combining a cylinder skirt with simple t-shirts or blouses.
How to sew with your own hands: patterns and a master class
First you need to decide on the splendor of the model, the use of the pattern depends on this. In sewing this style of skirt, a pattern of the model is used in the sun or the sun.
To properly sew a balloon skirt, you need to know its feature, which consists in the different lengths of the upper and lower skirts.
This style is a mix of two skirts: the main or upper and lower or lining. To create a pattern of the main skirt, you need to take a half-sun model or the sun.
Her hem should be thirty centimeters longer than the desired length of the product. The lining is made according to the same pattern, but only ten centimeters less than the length of the skirt.
Next, it is necessary to grind all the side seams. After you can proceed to the connection of the two skirts, which is carried out along the hem.
The bottom of the main skirt should be carefully added to the width of the bottom, and then stitched on a typewriter.
After that, the lower skirt must be worn under the main one. If desired, the lining belt on ¼ of the circle can be rotated relative to the waist of the main skirt. This technique will help to create an exquisite screw-like twisting effect.
Next, both skirts should be sewn around the waist. To design the top of the model, you can use the yoke.
