A jacket for women has long been one of the basic elements of the wardrobe. This is a classic style, it is worn with skirts or trousers. The most popular color now is a cage. This print attracts attention and allows you to show your individuality. You need to choose the right color and style so that a women's checkered jacket really looks good, and does not create a ridiculous image. In addition, there are certain features of combining this clothing with other things.
Reasons for popularity
The checkered jacket is a classic men's garment, but has been popular with women for many years. The item is often called a jacket or blazer. The checkered pattern is a universal print that suits both business and casual styles. Often, things with such a pattern can be seen at parties. A women's checkered jacket attracts attention and allows you to stand out. Its advantages include a wide variety of colors and the ability to create different looks. Checkered jackets can be worn by women with any type of figure, if the print is chosen correctly.
The check is relevant at all times of the year, suitable for women of any age. But you need to be able to choose the right size, color range. It is important to take into account both the features of your figure and fashion trends. There are several rules for choosing checkered jackets:
- a large check can visually increase volume, so full ladies should choose a small pattern;
- Short women are also better off choosing small or medium checks, as well as muted colors;
- the predominance of white in this design makes you look slimmer;
- if your hips are narrow and your shoulders are wide, a long jacket to mid-thigh will do, and it is better to wear a neutral colored top underneath;
- For girls with an hourglass or rectangle figure, a fitted short jacket will help create an attractive look;
- It's easy to hide figure flaws if you correctly combine a plain bottom with a checkered jacket.
This color scheme will also suit ladies over 50, but they need to combine such jackets with plain trousers, this will help make the figure slimmer.
Fashionable colors
Modern fashion does not stop at classic color combinations. Bright colors are relevant now - green, orange, red. Traditional shades are also in trend, a gray jacket with a neutral check looks especially stylish. This is a universal option that goes well with a business style. You can dilute the image by combining a jacket with bright clothes. White and gray check looks good, and for young girls, a gray and pink palette will be the best choice.
Classic shades also include brown and beige. Light tones are more suitable for summer, in the autumn-winter period it is better to choose a warm dark color, it looks elegant and sophisticated. Also universal is the combination of black and white. They are especially well suited for a strict office style. A black and white checkered jacket goes well with classic blouses, neutral tops, but you can even wear it with jeans and a T-shirt.
This pattern goes well with blue. Blue and white checks, as well as blue and red, are universal colors for women of any age. Stylists recommend them even for ladies over 60. You can create both a business look with a checkered jacket and a casual one. Recently, it has been fashionable to combine blue with emerald.
A red jacket is refreshing and allows you to stand out. It looks especially good in combination with black or white. Such jackets will help hide figure flaws and attract attention.
In addition to the classic, common colors, unusual combinations are now popular. It is better to choose muted shades, otherwise the “look” will turn out too colorful. But even in this case, it is recommended to wear the bottom of the same color, only lighter. Combinations of black with burgundy, blue and emerald, black, red and green look unusual.
The shape of the cells is also not uniform. There are several most popular options:
- "Tartan" is a classic pattern, also known as "Scottish check". It is formed by interlacing horizontal and vertical stripes of different shades.
- "Burberry" is the signature pattern of the British fashion house. It is used for linings, blankets, and has recently become popular for jackets. The classic pattern is red, black and white stripes on a beige background.
- "Goose foot" is a universal pattern. It is a broken, abstract cell, reminiscent of a goose paw print. In the classic version, it is a combination of black and white, which suits women of any build. But now other combinations are also in fashion - red with white, brown with white, orange with black.
- "Pepita" - a pattern similar to "goose foot", but consists of squares with slightly curved corners. They are connected to each other diagonally. The pattern is also most often found in black and white.
- "Glencheck" also appeared in Scotland. The ornament is an interweaving of horizontal and vertical lines that form squares. But these lines are not straight, but consist of small curls. The classic combination of colors is black, white, gray; more often the pattern is done in a monochrome version.
- Prince of Wales is a variation of glen check, a pattern created by layering a single grey check with another blue thread.
- Argyle is a classic Scottish pattern of diamonds arranged in a checkerboard pattern. It was first used on stockings and knee-highs, but is now popular on all types of clothing. Classic colors include all shades of red, green, blue and beige. The diamonds are covered with stripes of contrasting thread.
- "Madras" is a bright, multi-colored check. The best option for summer cotton jackets. Usually there are 3-4 colors.
- "Vichy" is the simplest variety. It is an alternation of small even squares of two colors - usually red, blue or black and white.
Classic patterns and colors are best combined with different clothes and are suitable for creating any style. Bright and unusual ones are more suitable for young, slender girls.
Popular models and lengths
When choosing a jacket, it is important to consider the size first. The item should not be small or tight. After trying on the item, you need to pay attention to whether your arms can be raised freely. The jacket should not press on your shoulders or chest, it is better to take a size larger.
The model is also important. Now designers offer a wide variety of styles in length, width, cut. Classic single-breasted models of medium length with regular sleeves suit everyone, regardless of age and figure. Tall girls can choose a thing with ¾ sleeves or roll them up. This is the latest fashion trend.
Long jackets are best worn by tall, slender girls. A shortened bolero-type jacket is also not suitable for everyone. The classic length, from the waist to the middle of the hips, can be chosen by women of any age and build. The main thing is to choose the right style.
A wide variety of models allows any woman to choose a suitable jacket for herself. The most common options are:
- double-breasted - looks feminine and elegant, the style is more suitable for warm options;
- single-breasted women's jacket in English style with a classic collar - an interesting model, can be of any length;
- bolero is a very short jacket, usually without buttons, which serves a decorative role;
- a straight jacket of simple cut - reminiscent of a man's, suitable for any figure;
- a la Nehru is an elongated, fitted jacket with a stand-up collar, suitable for any age;
- Jackie Kennedy style - this is a classic straight version, waist length, with a fastening up to the neck and a small collar;
- fitted - looks better on slim women, emphasizes the waist well, goes with any style;
- Tuxedo - always black, with shiny lapels and buttons to match, suitable for formal occasions.
The most popular style now is the oversize style. Its features: wide cut, large details, loose sleeves with turn-ups. Visually, it should be 2-3 sizes larger. This style adds femininity and mystery to the look. Its popularity is explained by the fact that it is comfortable, practical and versatile.
Materials and decor
A jacket is made from a wide variety of fabrics. It is important that the item is practical, does not deform, can retain its shape, and is pleasant to the touch. Popular materials for jackets are wool and semi-wool. These are classic fabrics that add elegance and severity to the image. Jackets made of tweed or corduroy are also common, more suitable for spring or autumn. They protect from the wind, keep you warm, are not easily soiled, and are practical.
When wool and polyester are combined, a stretch material is obtained. It is convenient because it keeps its shape well, does not wrinkle, and does not restrict movement. The combination of wool and viscose is gabardine. Soft, elastic fabric, identical in structure, is great for sewing jackets. Natural or artificial leather has been popular lately, it does not wrinkle, and holds its shape well.
Less often, jackets are made of cotton or linen. These are light summer options, most often they are made in bright colors and loose cut. Denim items are suitable for women of any age, they can be combined with both a skirt and trousers.
The checkered pattern is attractive in itself, so it does not tolerate an abundance of decor.
Usually, such items do not have any decorations except for the fasteners. There may be simple zippers on the pockets. It is better to choose buttons in the same tone or dark, single-colored. In addition to the front part of the product, they are sometimes used to decorate the sleeves. Fitted models can be belted with a simple wide belt, which will help emphasize a thin figure.
The nuances of creating a stylish image
The check is a print that attracts attention, so the wrong combination of such jackets with other clothes can overload the image. The rest of the wardrobe elements should be selected in one color. To imagine what to wear with checkered jackets, it is worth listening to the advice of stylists. The combination of colors, styles, and the right choice of model are important.
The most important rule: the bottom should be plain, without prints. It can be white, black or one of the colors of the check. All options are trendy today. Designers suggest combining two different types of check or a check with a strip.
The advantage of a checkered jacket is that it can be combined with anything. The item looks especially good with trousers. It goes well with straight, flared, narrow, cropped trousers. The item also goes well with jeans. Recently, a tandem of a classic checkered jacket and ripped boyfriends has been a fashionable trend.
The skirt should be narrow, for example, a pencil to the knee, or short, but a wide long model is also not prohibited. A straight or fitted dress under a checkered jacket looks elegant. It will highlight the advantages of the figure well, visually adding height. A flared dress will suit a shortened style.
With this jacket you can create a variety of looks:
- For a casual option, an oversized model is suitable, a turtleneck and jeans are selected for it. In terms of footwear, sneakers or boots are combined with a checkered jacket.
- An elegant look is achieved by combining a checkered jacket with straight trousers or a pencil skirt. You can also add a white blouse or top, and pumps or ankle boots on your feet.
- A romantic look can be created with an elegant dress and jacket. Boots and a hat will complement it.
- A business look is either a suit or a jacket with plain trousers. A white blouse is worn underneath.
- In a casual style, you can wear a light top or a blouse with a V-neck, a brown checkered jacket and skinny jeans. Sneakers or boots complete the set. If you replace the blouse with a tight T-shirt, you can even combine the jacket with sneakers.
A women's checkered jacket is a versatile, practical, and comfortable wardrobe item. By choosing the right model and color, you can create different original looks. In such an outfit, a woman will always attract attention.
