Pencil skirts are considered classics, so they can be seen in the wardrobe of millions of women. The most popular option for such a skirt is the classic knee-length model, but nowadays, many fashionistas choose a similar skirt, sewn with a high waist line.
A high waist will visually remove excess centimeters, and a narrowed skirt will emphasize the roundness of the figure.
With this wardrobe item you can create both a casual look and an outfit for a gala event or party.
Features
- The skirt of this style fits the hips and is slightly narrowed down.
- Thanks to the waist line located above, such a skirt visually stretches the figure, draws attention to the chest and makes the waist visually more slender.
- Its length is often average (slightly below the knees or slightly above the knee), but there are models with a length of mini and elongated skirts to the middle of the lower leg.
- In many models, for greater convenience, the owner has a small cut in the back (less often there is a cut in the front and side).
- Most often, a pencil skirt is distinguished by the lack of decoration, but nowadays, pockets, lace inserts, frills, embroidery, lacing and other elements are often used to decorate such a model of a skirt.
To sew a pencil skirt with a high waist, different fabrics are used - from cotton, linen and denim to leather, tweed and velvet.
Who is it for?
The skirt of this style is suitable not only for slim beauties, but also for girls with curvaceous shapes. Of course, long-legged girls with a proportional figure have more room for experimenting with a pencil skirt. They can afford any color and any fabric, and also do not limit themselves in length.
In completeness, it is preferable to make a model of dark material that will not overly fit the figure. Models with a large pattern or with pockets should be avoided, it is better to choose a plain skirt or a product with a small print.
If you choose a top with a triangular neckline for such a skirt, this will stretch the silhouette and emphasize the bust, which at the same time will distract from the wide hips. The addition of a pencil skirt with a strict jacket or a loose cardigan is also able to smooth the disproportionality of the figure. And do not forget about high heels, because such shoes also help to look slimmer and a little taller.
Styles
Business and office style
For this style, the most common way with a pencil skirt with a high waistline is a combination of a thick black or dark gray skirt with a white formal shirt or blouse tucked inside. A business image allows a minimum of accessories that should be discreet.
The kit is usually complemented with a classic jacket and high-heeled shoes.
On every day
The variety of everyday options for a pencil skirt with a high waistline is quite large. Very popular models from knitwear and jeans, especially in the summer. For cool weather, plaid skirts are often chosen from dense material, in pair with which a pullover, sweatshirt or knitted sweater is selected. Going on a date, a bright pencil skirt is complemented by a delicate top or a light blouse.
One of the popular options for a universal high-rise skirt is a leather model. With it you can create different images, for example, for a party or going to the club.
Solemn image
An evening bow with a pencil skirt is most often created with a corset or a romantic blouse.
In this case, the skirt can be satin, velvet, made of brocade and other expensive fabric. A blouse in such an ensemble is often translucent or with elegant frills.
If using a pencil skirt with a high waist you want to create an image in retro style, the skirt itself is chosen inconspicuous and plain. The emphasis is then transferred to the upper part of the outfit, which may be a chiffon, silk or satin blouse.
Sporty style
A pencil-style skirt with a raised waistline for sports girls is most often represented by light knit models that are worn with a T-shirt or t-shirt.
You can wear sneakers or sneakers to them, however, such shoes are recommended only with long legs.
Among the colors, the most popular are black, white, red and gray pencil skirts with high waist. And multi-colored skirts are popular among bright natures who want to focus on themselves.
How to choose accessories?
- To draw attention to the slender waist, a thin belt is put on with the skirt of this style.
- The choice of jewelry for such a skirt is based on the general mood of the outfit. If the image is strict, jewelry should be elegant and not attracting much attention. It can be a brooch, elongated beads, a pendant on a chain and much more.
- A bag for a pencil skirt is selected depending on the style. With it you can carry a classic handbag, and a small clutch, and a business briefcase, and even a backpack.
- Some images with a pencil bag allow the use of a light neck scarf or a delicate scarf. Sometimes they opt for a tie.
- To create an eye-catching image, wearing a strict skirt, choose bright accessories. It can be a wide belt or a bag of a juicy shade.
What to wear?
A pencil-style skirt goes well with a different top - both with strict shirts and modest blouses, and with chic tops or plain t-shirts. It all depends on the season, the chosen style and preferences of the owner of such a skirt.
In summer, she is worn with a tight-fitting T-shirt, a bright T-shirt or a loose tunic. In cool weather, this skirt is complemented by a denim jacket, sweater, pullover, knitted "two", a leather jacket or a strict jacket.
The most advantageous shoes for a pencil skirt will be high-heeled models. Such a skirt looks perfect with a hairpin, so shoes, ankle boots or classic sandals are usually picked up for it.
Boots, according to stylists, will weigh down the look with a skirt of such a cut, and sneakers, ballet shoes and other shoes with a flat sole are suitable only for beauties with high stature and long legs.