Variety of summer dresses and sundresses - fashion trends, current colors

In summer, when the sun is mercilessly blazing, you want to wear as little clothing as possible, so outfits for this period are selected meticulously and carefully. Fabrics are preferably light and flowing, silhouettes are weightless, textures are translucent. The ideal choice would be summer dresses and sundresses, allowing you to endure the heat with comfort, while remaining feminine and attractive. These basic wardrobe items will be a win-win outfit for any situation, allowing you to create a business or romantic, casual or evening look.

Features and varieties of summer models

Fashion, like a capricious child, often changes its preferences - twists styles, twirls colors, moves silhouette lines. One thing remains unshakable for it - femininity. The variegation of colors of the warm season, without thinking, gives a head start in choosing the color of the outfit. Bright tones, replacing the dull highlights of the autumn-winter period, riot in all their glory. Textures of fabrics, silhouettes of dress models change one after another, dissolving in the holiday of the summer carnival.

Now, when choosing an image, you don’t have to be tied to heavy outerwear, but by coquettishly complementing your sundress with decor, you can look fresh and elegant. Even business ladies who choose a restrained style of clothing are starting to add bright, unusual accessories to their business summer dresses.

Clothes for hot weather are conventionally divided into:

• business;
• unofficial.

Fashionable dresses for the office are made in a classic style, distinguished by clear lines of cut. Cases, balloons, pencils and trapezoids - all these models are made in rich colors and actively decorated. Bows, belts, necklaces, earrings, bright shoes in a set with a bag organically complement the summer image.

Informal communication, involving relaxation, a date or shopping, gives the right to choose a wide variety of styles, cuts, trends. A romantic evening or a visit to a restaurant allows you to freely demonstrate exposed parts of the body. Neckline, bare back, mini length - all this is acceptable in the hot season as never before.

Stylish summer dresses will be suitable for a walk or a trip to the beach. The sporty format, combined in clothes with knitted and cotton fabrics, is characterized by practicality and comfort. Straight dresses, models with a flared skirt and A-line silhouettes are no less popular for friendly summer gatherings.

Fashion trends

For the hot season, designers are preparing women lightness, comfort and convenience in their looks, offering a variety of summer dresses and sarafans. In order to do more while remaining beautiful, practicality comes to the fore in everyday ensembles: this is the absence of complex fasteners with dozens of buttons, rejection of styles that restrict movement, avoidance of overly complicated cuts and hot synthetic materials. Simple, clear shapes of loose summer dresses and sundresses have clear outlines. Traditional silhouettes, straight, trapezoid or loose, are made in rich colors from natural fabrics.

Saving women time on dressing, couturiers suggest complementing the image with accessories. A wide-brimmed hat can play a decisive role in the image of a business lady in a sheath dress, the same one, but made of straw, will save a girl on the beach in a short knitted sports dress from the heat. Massive glasses, selected to match the shape of the face, will decorate all ladies without exception, carefully protecting the eyes from the effects of ultraviolet radiation.

Bracelets will be ideal companions for strappy boho sundresses. A necklace will reveal all its beauty on the neckline of an exquisite evening dress worn to a restaurant on a date. A pendant with an elegant drop will decorate a modest trapezoid-shaped model, and a belt will decorate a thin waist in a pin-up style outfit.

Selecting a model and length depending on your figure

Not every style of clothing designed for the hot season will suit all women without exception. Light summer dresses are individually selected for:

• body type;
• size;
• height;
• age.

Taking into account the peculiarities of the female figure, stylists give the following recommendations:

1. Slender young girls of average height can afford any dress. Mini length in summer is a win-win option for them.
2. Those who are naturally tall and thin should not wear tight, low-cut dresses on a daily basis. A too-loose cut will also create the impression of a robe or a bell, so it is important to stick to moderate proportions, giving preference to semi-fitted silhouettes of medium length.
3. Women with athletic and teenage body types should use the style of their summer dress to shape the curves of their figure, which will bring them as close as possible to the standards of Marilyn Monroe. Ideal women's summer dresses for them are models with a shallow neckline, a fitted silhouette, possibly decorated with a peplum. You can also wear a style with a straight or trapezoid skirt, options with a high waist are allowed.
4. Petite ladies should avoid maxi lengths, even with heels. Any style that adds femininity is fine. A skirt that's a palm below the knee, V-necks will show off your collarbones beautifully, and tight silhouettes will make you feel attractive.
5. Women with excess weight should avoid tight-fitting clothes that will reveal all the unevenness of the figure. The best summer sundresses and dresses for them are loose-fitting or balloon-type, floor-length or midi.

The optimal length of the dress is selected in accordance with the slenderness of the legs, as well as age. Women over 35 should avoid short hems in favor of medium length. Ladies over 50 should cover their legs, choosing a maxi format.

A properly chosen dress cut can visually correct your figure.

The main problem areas that require special attention are:

1. Protruding belly. Covered by models with a peplum, high waist, one-piece dresses. Styles with a cut-off skirt are contraindicated.
2. Curvy hips. Balanced with a medium length, as well as a tapered skirt. It is recommended to emphasize the waist, avoiding large volume in this area.
3. Full legs. Mini lengths should not be used. For pear-shaped figures, it is worth emphasizing the fragile top, revealing the arms and using a style that is as close-fitting as possible in the chest area.
4. Massive top. Closes with a voluminous cut, sleeves, it is recommended to avoid decorative elements in the neck area, so as not to attract additional attention. It is worth emphasizing slender hips with tight-fitting silhouettes.

If the problem is that you have a bust that is too big, you shouldn't reveal it too much, showing off everything that nature has given you. A dress or sundress for the summer should have a clear fit in the neckline, a shallow neckline and not be too short. Small breasts, on the contrary, look great with bows and ruffles, any elements that can visually increase their volume. The skirt should be flared so as not to draw attention to the lack of curves.

Pregnant women should think about comfort, so they should avoid tight-fitting clothes that restrict movement. Loose styles “for growth” that can be worn until the end of the third trimester are recommended.

Current colors and prints

When choosing a dress, you need to think not only about the style, but also about the color, because in pursuit of a fashionable shade there is a risk of getting lost against the background of a sundress. Individual selection of a product begins with determining the type of appearance according to the season:

1. The winter type is characterized by contrasting facial features. Hair is dark, skin color, eyes play a secondary role. Such women suit bright combinations of contrasting colors: snow-white with red or black, emerald with rich pink, deep blue.
2. A woman with the color type "spring" has light hair, but bright eyes, and beige or white skin. Not too dark shades, medium on the brightness scale, are suitable for her. Mustard, blue, lilac, light green: in these colors, "spring" looks expressive and feels calm.
3. Summer women are those with ash-blond hair, cool skin and eye color. They suit muted calm shades of blue, gray, and violet.
4. "Autumn" is distinguished by a bright red shock of hair and pale skin, green or blue eyes. Such ladies suit clothes of deep dark tones, shades of burgundy and gold.

Don't forget about trendy combinations - white, red, black, as well as pure duets of white and blue, geometric patterns that correct the figure.

Fabrics and textures

The choice of fabric for fashionable summer dresses and sundresses should be based on well-known criteria: the material is breathable and moisture-absorbing. Therefore, priority is given to options with natural fibers in the composition:

1. Silk models are the most expensive, since a large number of silkworm threads are needed for production. Dresses are distinguished not only by their high cost, but also by their bright colors, flowing lightness, and amazing comfort in hot and cool weather. The disadvantage is that they wrinkle a lot.
2. Linen has a rough texture, but is only slightly inferior to silk in terms of comfort. Due to the porous structure of the fabric, it is well ventilated and can retain body heat when the temperature drops. A disadvantage, in addition to the tendency to wrinkle, is the ability to stretch when worn. Therefore, the colors of such dresses are usually monochromatic. This is done to avoid deformation of the pattern. The exception is linen dresses and sundresses from Italy. Due to the special composition, the products hold their shape well and provide for pronounced noble prints.
3. A summer dress-sarafan made of jersey, especially with the addition of elastane, will not wrinkle, but this type of fabric is not particularly beautiful. It is used to sew sports-type models, beach dresses, often of a tight silhouette.
4. Viscose has a smooth texture, the finished product holds its shape well and flows beautifully. The downside is that after the first wash the item may shrink a little. Both bright and calm colors are offered. Children's dresses for the summer are often sewn from this material.

The choice of fabric for a dress should be made in accordance with the style. For example, a model with a narrow skirt or a very tight one should be made from materials that contain elastane threads, which give the product the ability to return to shape.

What to wear with

The image will be incomplete if you do not choose shoes, a bag or accessories to match it. For colors with a print, it is recommended to choose jewelry that echoes it. For single-color models, you can choose a contrasting color, or a few tones darker than the outfit itself. Dark dresses should be complemented with light shoes only in combination with other decorative elements of this color: a collar, jewelry or a hat.

In keeping with the designer trend of prioritizing comfort when creating sundresses and dresses, it is not necessary to choose shoes with heels. The look can be complemented by matching ballet flats, Greek-style sandals or wedge models. A stylish option that has firmly established itself at the top of the world catwalk is white sneakers worn in combination with a light romantic outfit.

The higher the heel, the longer the hem of the dress should be, so the combination of stilettos and a mini always looks provocative.

Shoes with a visually heavy wedge heel should not be complemented with romantic flowing fabrics. But such a pair can be worn with a trapeze, creating a look in the style of the 60s. A long dress for a special occasion should be complemented with a high heel, forming the curves of the body and a beautiful posture. But for every day, the maxi length is comfortable with shoes without a heel, the image turns out with a Greek shade.

Regarding bags, stylists note the following:

• sports dresses go well with backpacks, tablets, shapeless bags, and string bags;
• romantic and evening – with small clutches, handbags on a chain in the Chanel style, oval miniature models;
• business attire will look harmonious with a travel bag, a voluminous formal bag, a tote bag, or any other models that meet the “classic” criterion;
• military style dresses are complemented by briefcases on a long strap, laconic accessories made of rough leather;
• Everyday ones go well with fabric shoulder bags and shoppers.

It is also important to remember that the bag should match the dress not only in style and cut, but also in successful color duets. For example, an emerald outfit will be favorably emphasized by a brown accessory, a yellow one by a turquoise model, and for red clothes it is worth choosing classic colors - white, black, beige.

How to choose a quality product

If a woman is on first-name terms with a sewing machine, there is no need to worry about the quality of the product. But when you have to choose models of summer sundresses in a store, all the details are taken into account in total:

1. Percentage of natural fibers. High content of natural threads provides full air exchange and a feeling of comfort.
2. Quality of fittings. Locks, fasteners, belt buckles should be firmly fixed and function without play or creaking.
3. Even seams. The quality of the stitching directly affects the appearance of the dress. Crooked rows can ruin even the most successful cut.
4. Prints and colors. Details must be clearly printed, peeling is unacceptable. If there are plastic or metal rhinestones, they should not come off when pulled.

The main recommendations for dress care are contained on the label, which is located on the side inner seam. Temperature mode of washing, possibility of drying, bleaching: all this information plays a fundamental role in matters of long-term use.

Bright, airy sundresses decorate and add variety to your everyday wardrobe. By following the simple rules and tips collected in the article, any woman will be able to choose the perfect outfit that will make her irresistible.

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