It is important for every representative of the fair sex to look attractive at home, at work, on a walk, at a celebration. Their aspirations are also supported by fashion trends – femininity and elegance are increasingly valued in clothing. Comfortable, practical jeans and trousers are fading into the background, in the wardrobe of modern fashionistas they are being replaced by long dresses of various styles. The models are suitable for any season, help to create exquisite evening and feminine everyday looks.
Main advantages
Long dresses are in demand among the fair sex of all ages; it is impossible to look provocative or vulgar in them. Maxi effectively emphasizes femininity, beauty, and seductive lines of the silhouette. Luxurious models successfully mask many figure flaws: voluminous hips, crooked legs, protruding tummy, excessive thinness. The maximum length of the dress looks ideal on young girls, young women and mature ladies. However, it is important to consider the cut of the outfit, decorative elements, coloring.
Exquisite styles are relevant for parties, holidays, special events, and themed photo shoots. For such occasions, models with elegant decorative elements are selected. Dresses with a deep neckline, open back, fitted or in the Empire style are also suitable.
Women who are expecting a baby increasingly want to capture this special period in a photo - an image in a long dress in delicate pastel colors is ideal for a "pregnant" photo shoot. You can choose an outfit in the spirit of Provence, boho or elegant classics. A bow made of satin ribbons on the tummy looks interesting.
Dresses made of practical fabrics and comfortable cuts are suitable for everyday wear. Universal styles and a minimum number of open details make the look discreet and laconic.
The key advantages of women's images in floor-length dresses are the ease of every movement and the regality of their gait.
Popular models
Long women's dresses do not necessarily have to reach the ground. According to stylists, a hemline 2-4 cm higher is ideal. Ankle-length models are ideal for petite girls, while tall fashionistas should opt for the maximum length.
Summer options
In the warm season, any style of long dress is acceptable. The choice depends on the situation or upcoming event. For everyday looks, a light sundress with or without straps is ideal. The originality of the model is given by interesting colors, prints and various decorative elements:
- frills;
- buckles;
- flounces;
- drapery;
- lace inserts.
Shirt dresses with a loose, practical cut are popular. Slender girls can afford fitted and straight models, for women with curvy shapes, trapezoid outfits, wrap-around, flared skirts, and high waists are an excellent solution. Long-sleeved options are suitable for a cool evening, while short-sleeved ones will provide comfort on a hot day. These elements can be made in the form of a wing, lantern, frill, or case that fits tightly around the arm.
In summer, models with open shoulders are in demand, but they will suit only young girls. Among the options are a sexy bustier, thin straps that give the neckline a spectacular V-shape. The presence of flounces emphasizes the femininity and tenderness of the image. Slits on the sides give the style originality, allowing you to demonstrate slender legs.
Dresses with an extension at the bottom are relevant for special events and family celebrations, they look perfect on a slender figure. Mullet models, short in the front and long in the back, are popular among young graduates. The skirt is complemented by asymmetrical elements. The style is represented by sheaths with a train, flowing products with a flared hem.
Plain and printed models are in fashion. Geometric lines, stripes, bright abstractions, and African styles are relevant. Long dresses decorated with flowers and plant ornaments will appeal to romantic natures.
Spring-autumn
In the cold season, you can also wear maxi dresses and look impeccable. The best demi-season models, according to stylists, are:
- Elegant pleats. These are usually floor-length dresses made of linen or knitted fabric.
- Case. Laconic models will become more elegant with sequins, lace inserts. Suitable for women of any age.
- A-silhouette. Dresses are distinguished by a variety of models: with a flared skirt, balloon, bell, crinoline.
- Balakhon. Baggy outfits are comfortable to wear, come in a variety of colors and look very stylish.
- Open. A bandeau with a sun skirt and a corset bodice will emphasize the graceful lines of a slender silhouette.
- With a wrap. This style of long dresses is especially relevant for plump women, it perfectly masks figure flaws.
Sleeves of spring dresses are traditionally long and ¾. The color palette is represented by deep saturated tones and original contrasting combinations. Gray, shades of blue, orange, red are in trend. Models are decorated with bright prints, stitching, embroidery, draperies. Dresses decorated with flowers, interesting floral patterns and drawings are popular.
Winter
Slender fashionistas should pay attention to knitted dresses made of thin jersey - "noodles". Full ladies will suit models with a spectacular neckline and a flared or straight hem. The style emphasizes a lush bust, distracting attention from problem areas. Also popular:
- Sundress. It has thin straps, like the summer version. It can be worn over turtlenecks or thin sweaters, skillfully combining the shades of both elements.
- Oversize. Stylish insulated models of maxi-length dresses are suitable for shopping, friendly meetings, and walks.
- Sweater dress. Hides figure flaws well, suitable for pregnant women, but requires special attention when choosing additional accessories, for example, tights or leggings must be thick, dark in color. Looks harmonious with belts, bracelets, scarves.
Other models made from warm fabrics are also suitable for winter: vest dresses, tunics, straight cut, A-line.
Owners of curvy shapes are contraindicated in products made from thin fabrics; knitted, thick or crocheted models will look much better.
Evening dresses
When wearing a long elegant dress, a woman becomes elegant and incredibly attractive, which is why floor-length models are considered the best for evening events and celebrations. The most current styles:
- Straight. A universal option that looks appropriate on any figure. The semi-fitted cut makes the silhouette harmonious, masks a small tummy. Models are created with or without sleeves, on straps, with an asymmetrical skirt, lace or guipure inserts. With the help of a narrow belt, you can emphasize the waistline. The tight option emphasizes the feminine curves of the figure, but will not suit ladies with voluminous hips.
- Asymmetrical. Short in the front and long in the back, the dress looks unusual, attracts attention, and is suitable for slender fashionistas.
- Lush. Models are shown to all girls, except for petite ones. The hem hides the flaws of the legs, the style balances the silhouette with broad shoulders.
- Fish. Seductively hugs the hips, emphasizing all the lines of the body, widens downwards, bringing a playful touch to the image.
Other styles of dresses are also popular: Greek style, with a peplum, open back, train, slits. The colors should be noble and rich. Black, white, green, blue, yellow colors are suitable.
Materials
A variety of fabrics are used to create summer, winter and demi-season outfits. Warm materials with a dense structure are relevant for the cold season. In the warm season, preference is given to light, air-permeable and moisture-absorbing varieties.
For casual dresses
When choosing a stylish outfit, preference should be given to natural fabrics: they do not cause allergies, are tactilely pleasant and breathable. Each season has its own materials:
- Winter. Models made of thick wool, jersey, drape, brocade, taffeta are suitable. Leather and knitted items are also popular.
- Spring. Warm fabrics are used at the beginning of the season, and light ones are used towards the end: silk, lace, viscose.
- Summer. The thinnest, flowing materials are selected: cotton, linen, chiffon.
Embroidery, various collars, patch pockets, frills, flounces, and openwork wedges are used as decorative elements. Warm models are decorated with fur inserts, knitted patterns, and prints.
For evening wear
Luxurious floor-length dresses are specially created to make every woman, regardless of age and body type, look great. The most popular materials for festive outfits:
- Satin. Charming shine looks rich and chic, combined with matte, lacy and transparent fabrics.
- Velvet, velour. They look noble and elegant. They look best in bright, rich and deep colors. They go well with flashy massive jewelry. These materials are not recommended for plump ladies, as they can emphasize excess volume.
- Silk. A flowing, smooth fabric of natural origin with a charming shine. It is most often used to create elegant, feminine floor-length dresses. The only downside is that it wrinkles quickly.
- Organza. It is a thin gauze fabric with a slight shine and shimmer. It drapes perfectly, allows you to create flounces, frills, ruffles, high collars.
- Tulle. Used to make petticoats, inserts, sleeves. The elastic material holds its shape well and comes in a variety of colors.
- Chiffon. Light and translucent, ideal for producing flowing outfits, decorated with draperies.
- Lace. One of the most popular materials for creating beautiful long dresses. Intricate patterns emphasize the advantages of the figure, give women femininity and romance.
Evening models are decorated with crystals, beads, openwork inserts, beads, sequins, rhinestones, pearls. Metallic elements, pleated skirts, ruffles, flounces are relevant.
Current colors
In winter, you can wear a colored dress, deep saturated and muted shades are acceptable. Bright outfits do not need a lot of additional accessories. Strict black, gray models can look very interesting due to the texture and accessories.
Demi-season models are distinguished by a rich palette of colors: coral, orange, yellow. The favorite of the season was a burgundy dress. Also in trend are geometric patterns, polka dots, abstraction, horizontal and vertical stripes of different colors, bright zigzags, plant prints, mostly large ones.
In summer, bright printed and plain models of rich colors are most in demand. A flower dress looks cute and gentle. A small pattern hides fullness, a large one adds missing volume. Any options of checkered patterns, stripes, geometric patterns, polka dots are relevant.
3D technologies are increasingly used to decorate summer outfits, allowing for the creation of unique, realistic designs on long hemlines.
Creating a fashionable image
For a long dress, as well as for any other, it is necessary to choose the right shoes, handbag, additional accessories. In winter, shawls, scarves, capes, gloves, hats are used to complete the look. A tweed dress is suitable for creating a romantic look, which looks organically with a sheepskin coat, fur coat, coat of a traditional cut. Leather jackets go well with casual models. A fur cape will look luxurious with an evening option. Maxi dresses can be combined with high boots, shoes. Fans of original solutions can combine the outfit with wrestlers.
An evening look is not complete without classic pumps and an elegant clutch. Casual outfits are combined with comfortable shoes, including flat ones. On cool days, you can throw on a jacket or bolero. Different decorations are used: massive beads, chains, bracelets.
Autumn dresses are complemented by suitable footwear: elegant ankle boots, stylish boots. Summer light casual models are in harmony with clogs, flip-flops, beach bags. For long dresses with floral prints, sandals with a wedge, stiletto or small heel are selected. Shoes with straps look perfect with a sleeveless outfit.
The variety of styles, fabrics and decor of maxi dresses will allow you to choose the best outfit for every day, for work, leisure, special events - with such a wardrobe, creating a trendy feminine look will be easy.
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