Often, women's wardrobe items have restrictions on style, season, age of the lady or type of her figure. But there is a universal style that suits everyone without exception - this is a wrap dress, a comfortable and beautiful outfit for girls of any build. The model is presented in numerous variations that differ in the type of fabric, cut, length of the skirt and sleeves. Fashion designers include in their collections bright and modest, long and short, winter and summer wrap dresses for the office, evening outings and everyday wear.
Features and advantages of the style
A distinctive feature of wrap-around items is the presence of two separate, unstitched shelves, located overlapping on the front part of the garment. Usually, such models are sewn from soft, well-draped fabrics. They look great in a single-color or colorful design, and can differ in the cut of the elements. As a rule, dresses are complemented with a belt - sewn on or separate.
Initially, the scent was used to make home items: dressing gowns, peignoirs, simple dresses. This style entered the basic daytime wardrobe only in the 70s of the 20th century.
The fashion for wrap-around dresses was introduced by Diane von Furstenberg. The German-Jewish fashion designer created a stylish, practical dress with a belt that tied at the waist. In 1973, it became one of the most popular models among fashionistas around the world.
Since its first appearance on the catwalk, the original "home" style has not lost its popularity. The popularity of wrap dress models is quite understandable - such things are comfortable, they are easy and quick to put on, do not restrict movement, and most importantly - the products are very feminine, stand out for their smooth and laconic lines. With their help, fashion designers successfully mask figure flaws and emphasize its advantages.
Popular models and lengths
A wrap dress can have a wide variety of designs and purposes. Modern designers regularly include it in ready-to-wear collections, and also use it to create haute couture models. The style is appropriate for both everyday and festive wear, it is relevant in hot and cold seasons. Such clothes can be classified according to the following parameters:
- Length. Traditionally, dresses are made in midi format - to the knee or a few centimeters below. This option is appropriate in a cafe, at work, during shopping or on a walk. And models for summer or for a party can be quite short. Ultra-mini from light fabrics are best suited for very young girls. For a social outing, evening dresses to the floor with a wrap along the entire length will be optimal. A bold slit on the skirt will allow you to demonstrate slender legs and add a special chic to the image.
- Wrap-line cut. Classic models have a slit along the entire garment: from the neckline to the bottom of the skirt. Also popular are options with a wrap only at the top, on the bodice, while the skirt has a one-piece cut. Short dresses with a wrap only at the bottom look original. The beautiful draping of the skirt creates additional volume on narrow hips, emphasizing the femininity of the silhouette.
- The place and method of fastening the dress. Most often, it is done on the side or in the front. When located at the back, the extended ends of the shelves go onto the back of the product, where they are held in place with ties. The parts of the dress are usually fixed to the figure with a stitched belt, fastened with buttons or pinned with a brooch. The fastening line can be located at the waist or under the chest, the second option is more common in wrap dresses for pregnant women.
- Skirt cut. In dresses with a cut-off waistline, it can have any shape. A straight or tapered pencil skirt, a voluminous tulip skirt, a flared cut - with pleats, a sun, a half-sun, a trapeze look good. One-piece models usually have a straight or slightly flared skirt. The type of hem also differs. It can be straight or asymmetrical, when the cut optically continues the wrap line.
Depending on the style, products are often decorated with frills or ruffles along the hem, neckline and wrap line. Also popular are pleats on the skirt, pockets, decorative false details. A dress with flounces and a wrap made of colorful fabric looks quite playful. Laconic monochromatic models are restrained and stylish. In addition, dresses differ in the type of sleeves. They can be short or long - to the wrist, three-quarters, above the elbow. Summer and evening dresses are often sewn completely sleeveless - you can choose a sheath model or a wrap dress with thin straps.
Who is it suitable for?
The uniqueness of the wrap dress style is its versatility. It suits almost all girls, and is especially valuable for those with non-standard figures, who find it difficult to choose a successful model. The cut perfectly disguises problem areas (broad shoulders or full hips, a short neck or an indistinct waist) and favorably emphasizes the advantages. A correctly selected wrap dress pattern corrects the nuances of the figure:
- A V-neckline visually lengthens the neck, which is important for short or plump girls;
- a beautiful neckline draws attention to the chest, optically enlarging a small bust;
- a flared skirt disguises “heavy” hips;
- draping along the cut line visually narrows the waist;
- a deep enough neckline hides excessive shoulder width in women with an inverted triangle body type;
- The diagonal cut generally improves the silhouette, making it more feminine.
It is important to focus attention on only one part of the body, for example, highlighting the décolleté area, do not bare your legs too much. If you want to emphasize your slim figure, it is better to choose a model with a belt, while it is advisable to cover your shoulders with sleeves so as not to distract attention from the waistline. You also need to remember the basic rules for creating a stylish look. So, a dress with ruffles increases volume, so it is not suitable for large girls. And a skirt just below the knee is contraindicated for miniature women, as it visually makes the legs shorter.
The model does not provide for age or style limits. Young fashionistas and mature ladies will be able to choose a suitable option. Designers offer solutions for romantic girls, strict business ladies and freedom-loving natures who value comfort and do not tolerate any restrictions.
For a young, slender girl, a gentle and airy dress with frills will be a good choice. In addition, young coquettes can safely wear mini length. And older women are recommended to choose a more conservative maxi wrap dress or a midi outfit. For self-confident lovers of comfort, designers offer practical casual style items. Office workers are better off choosing classic models with a straight or flared skirt with a straight hem, a collar (stand-up or turn-down), and sleeves that partially or completely cover the arms.
Fabric and accessories
To create an interesting draping effect on the chest and to form beautiful folds on the skirt, flowing but well-shaped materials are used when sewing wrap-around items - silk, jersey, chiffon, lace. A dress made of staple looks and behaves great when worn. The density of the fabric is chosen based on the season and purpose of the clothing, and the texture depends on the style and cut. The length of the product, the cut of the skirt, and the presence of decorative trim are also taken into account.
Options for summer
For very hot weather, a light chiffon wrap dress will be a real find. To show off beautiful arms and chiseled shoulders, it is worth choosing an open model with thin straps - it is suitable for a date or a trip to a resort. For the office, a cotton or linen dress will be indispensable. These materials are quite dense, they are not translucent, but are well ventilated.
Staple is a special composition of cotton and viscose, the material is pleasant to the body, cools the skin in the summer, allowing it to breathe. The fabric drapes beautifully, practically does not wrinkle, so it is perfect for everyday wear. Thanks to the colorful colors, such a sleeveless wrap dress will be a good choice for creating a romantic image. A thin raincoat will perfectly suit the safari or military style.
Winter and demi-season clothes
For the cool season, choose denser materials. They are used to sew midi and maxi dresses with full-length or three-quarter sleeves. Thick linen, cotton, and raincoat fabric are suitable for warm autumn and spring. In colder weather, it is worth giving preference to soft knitwear and wool. Suit fabrics are used to create business style models, and practical, always fashionable denim is used for every day. Natural silk, satin, velvet, and flowing thin knitwear are ideal for an elegant wrap-around evening dress.
You can wear an original panne velvet dress to a party or a night club – the iridescent fabric will additionally emphasize the smooth silhouette. Soft and beautifully draped jersey is versatile – it is used for both everyday and office dresses. The cozy, dense fabric will not only warm you up on cool days, but will also emphasize your stylish look.
Popular colors
Wrap styles go well with a wide variety of colors and shades. Designers use plain and colorful fabrics, with unobtrusive small or flashy large prints. Among the current colors:
- Solid saturated colors - white, black, red, blue. In such shades, both a summer silk wrap dress and an evening dress will look equally impressive.
- Natural tones. Natural colors (milky, beige, green, chocolate) are appropriate in the office dress code, and also fit well into casual, safari, boho styles.
- Gradient coloring. The transition of colors looks beautiful and original. This coloring goes well with thin airy fabrics: chiffon, tulle, cambric, silk.
- Floral prints. Floral and leafy patterns are appropriate on light items, they make the image fresh, summery, positive.
- Geometric patterns. Stripes, checks, graphic figures, houndstooth are back in fashion. These colors are ideal for summer everyday models.
When choosing the optimal color and pattern, it is important to take into account the material, length, and style of the product. Thus, a small print is not always suitable for a floor-length dress - on a wide canvas, such a pattern can be "lost". The same rule applies to a "houndstooth" or a narrow strip - so that the outfit does not make your eyes dazzle, you need to use soft muted shades. And a rich, solid color will allow a long wrap dress to seem elegant and catchy even with a laconic, simple cut.
Rules for creating a stylish image
To create a perfect stylish look, you must complement your outfit with accessories and choose the right shoes for it. When deciding what to wear with a wrap dress, fashionistas need to consider where they plan to wear it.
The style does not impose any restrictions in terms of the choice of details. Thanks to the deep V-neckline, long beads, chains, pendants, necklaces look great with such a dress, and elongated earrings are also appropriate. Massive bracelets or stylish watches are perfect for models with shortened sleeves. The waistline can be effectively emphasized with a contrasting belt or chain.
To add a touch of French chic to your look, stylists recommend tying a thin silk scarf around your neck and choosing a bright patent leather handbag to match.
When choosing shoes, the length of the product is of great importance. An evening satin wrap dress is best complemented with classic stiletto heels. A light summer dress - with open sandals. A business dress up to the knee or mid-calf looks great with heeled pumps. Denim options can be complemented with sandals with straps or lace-up sports shoes, business models made of thick knitwear or suit fabrics - with boots with thin heels or ankle boots. For every day in the cold season, it is better to choose high boots with a flat sole.
There are practically no restrictions on bags. A small model on a long thin strap, a neat clutch, or a travel bag will do. For a city walk, you can easily take a roomy everyday shopper.
Of the outerwear, a classic jacket, blazer or leather jacket will be appropriate. The decor and texture should be chosen depending on the style and material of the dress. Elongated models and coats are undesirable, they will create a feeling of clutter in the image. By competently combining a wrap dress with shoes, accessories and other wardrobe items, you will be able to fully reveal the full potential of the model, while looking bright, stylish and impressive.
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