In the wardrobe of any fashionista there is clothing that combines elegance and comfort. Linen dresses and sarafans meet all these requirements, they are ideal for hot weather. Such outfits perfectly let moisture and air through without irritating the skin. Clothing made of high-quality natural fabric is of high quality and corresponds to current fashion trends.
Material Features
Linen has a centuries-old history, about 10 thousand years. In the past, it was woven so finely that through several layers of clothing, the naked body was perfectly visible. Due to its unique qualities, natural linen was used by the ancient Egyptians. Only the rich, who wanted to emphasize their status, could afford quality clothing.
From Ancient Egypt, flax spread throughout the world. Clothing made from it also became widespread in the Old Russian state.
Eco-friendly textiles are famous for their combination of advantages and several important qualities:
- Durability – the fibers of the material are resistant to chemicals and have high abrasion resistance. A quality product can last for many years, withstanding numerous washings, maintaining an excellent original appearance;
- Hygroscopicity – thanks to the micropores contained in the textile, the product perfectly absorbs moisture from the body (up to 12%). Therefore, wearing dresses and sundresses made of linen in the summer does not cause skin irritation. In addition, since this natural fabric perfectly reflects ultraviolet light, the body sweats less in it;
- Thermoregulation – in summer, porous fibers create a feeling of freshness of the body, and in the cold season they perfectly protect from the cold. In addition, the fabric can withstand high temperatures when ironing, washing;
- Hypoallergenic – since the material is natural, the product does not cause allergic reactions even on sensitive skin. In addition, the fabric “breathes”, so the body does not feel hot in it at all;
- Bactericidal properties – due to the content of silicon dioxide, the reproduction of bacteria in the fabric fibers does not occur, they die.
Due to these properties, linen is relevant, excellent textile popular in our time. Despite the fact that linen fabric can withstand high temperatures (up to 95 degrees), if it is dyed, it is washed at a minimum of 40 - a maximum of 60 degrees. High-quality white textiles can even be boiled. In order for things to be washed better, it is better to soak them for an hour or two before washing. You will have to refuse bleaching, chlorine-containing substances. They can destroy the fibers of the raw material structure.
Ironing of such items should be done with a well-heated iron up to 180 degrees. Ironing from the back side is preferable. Using a steamer or damp gauze can provide better smoothing of a dense surface.
You cannot dry linen products in the washing machine in the open sun. They may shrink and the structure of the material will be damaged.
Since the material is easily wrinkled, it is dried in a straightened form, removed as soon as it dries. With proper care, high-quality fabric will not only last a long time, but will also become softer and more pleasant to the body.
To determine the quality of a linen product you need to:
- Feel the quality of the fabric - it should be dense, wrinkle well in your hands, and may be slightly cool;
- Consider the color of the textiles - shades of ivory, white, and different types of gray will indicate the absence of dyes;
- Remove and set fire to the thread - only ash should remain, without lumps.
If all these criteria match, then the fabric is of high quality.
Popular models
Fashionable models for every taste and figure are created from practical and stylish textiles. And it is not surprising, because linen sundresses and dresses are suitable for women of any build.
Trending models of 2018:
- Sheath dress - a fitted office silhouette allows you to emphasize a woman's figure, hide extra centimeters. In addition, it lengthens the legs, emphasizes graceful shapes. This fashionable style will help hide a wide waist, emphasize the chest. This is an excellent convenient option for work. In this case, preference is given to natural shades: beige, sand, ash, coffee with milk, black. White will be appropriate. Since the textile is natural, it will not be hot in it, in addition, it will not restrict movement at all. Since the cut is not intricate, it is ideally combined with creative accessories. Different types of decor, lace are selected for it. For the office style: jewelry, a bag, shoes - it is better to stop at muted powdery shades. For an informal evening style, the color scheme of clothes can be rich, juicy;
- Boho style - these voluminous styles combine a variety of colors, tones, and a mixture of several styles. Beautiful summer dresses and sundresses made of linen are very comfortable due to their loose cut, helping to hide extra centimeters. The peculiarity of the boho style: side slits, layering, lace, appropriate decor with creative accessories. This casual silhouette is popular among women with curvy shapes, as it allows you to better hide any figure flaws, highlight the chest. More mature women also love it, because it is very comfortable, almost not felt on the body. Young girls complement such an outfit with creative accessories and bright types of ornaments;
- A long floor-length dress is an especially comfortable option in summer, and is suitable for daytime and evening walks. To create an evening look, the outfit is trimmed with lace, and all the inserts can be of a different color from the rest of the material. Openwork elements are placed on the straps, in the neckline (to emphasize the chest), a few centimeters from the hem. Despite the popularity of beige and snow-white shades, any color is appropriate in this style. Youthful evening options are released with a bare back, bright embroidery, and tight-fitting. Long linen dresses and sundresses are relevant for plump women and for any other body type. They help well to hide full hips, hide extra centimeters, and emphasize the waist and chest. Depending on the cut, you can wear any comfortable shoes with them;
- A wrap robe is a comfortable summer model that can be worn for several seasons, as linen is very wear-resistant. It is always relevant, because linen is appropriate for every year. Comfort, natural material and simplicity of cut are the important qualities due to which the everyday robe will never go out of trend.
Types of styles of plus size linen dresses:
- A silhouette - A silhouette is a convenient office option, successfully masks all the flaws of a woman's figure. A silhouette will be a real find for any owner of appetizing forms. Free cut will allow you to feel easy and relaxed. The neckline will emphasize the beauty of the bust;
- A shirt is a universal comfortable option for both casual and office wear. Depending on your wishes, you can choose any length. Owners of large legs should better hide them, prefer options below the knee, up to midi. Thanks to the vertical stripe coloring, you can hide extra centimeters of the figure;
- A sarafan is a popular everyday style with a high waistline to the chest, which will not only emphasize its volume, but also hide the folds on the stomach and wide hips of a woman. The skirt remains loose and can be slightly flared. An evening option will provide a rich color scheme, different decor, print, clutch bag, embroidery. They also differ in the width of the straps: they can be thin, lace, crossed on the chest, or absent altogether;
- A-line – liked by owners of curvy shapes, due to its ability to hide extra centimeters and at the same time to favorably emphasize the chest. Such a fashionable style will be relevant for women on vacation and in the office. Lace on the neck will give it elegance. High asymmetrical hem is also in trend, embroidery with creative accessories, different decor will look good.
Current prints and colors
Office style and school dresses made of linen are usually produced in several natural colors, or a combination of them:
- pale gray;
- sand;
- coffee with milk;
- smoky pink;
- beige;
- pale green;
- black.
But the trendy white color is especially popular. It advantageously emphasizes the tan and refreshes the skin of the face. In this color, all full-length sarafans look spectacular, in addition, the A-line and trapeze models. In the evening version, white is played up with bright embroidery, ethnic patterns, and elegant decorations.
In addition, the shade of wet asphalt is relevant for the office style. Excessive grayness of the tone is compensated by colorful creative accessories, shoes, embroidery. However, all textile colors should not be too juicy, striking. The fashionable sheath or A-line styles harmoniously combine with the tone of wet asphalt.
This season, fashion designers recommend getting a black linen sarafan, which is ideal for both everyday and office looks. It can be knee-length or midi. The eye-catching embroidery on black will look spectacular.
Those who want to attract attention should choose more saturated, bright tones that refresh the skin. Pink, turquoise, coral, green and blue are all great for creating an evening look. For cocktail and evening dresses, use somewhat muted shades: fashionable soft yellow, beige, white, blue. They can be complemented with different decor, stylish jewelry.
The appropriate tone is also selected in accordance with the type of appearance and skin. Natural colors are better suited for fair-haired girls with pale skin: beige, brown, white, peach. The popular black color will look advantageous. Combinations of grassy shades and all shades of turquoise will look good on them. Owners of a bright appearance, black hair prefer colorful colors, coral, white, orange, beige.
This season, designers from Italy have drawn attention to their linen products with contrasting embroidery and prints. This helps to dilute the severity of shades and add originality to the image. Bright embroidery decorates the chest area (neckline), as well as the forearms, sleeves and hem. Hand embroidery is especially valued; popular decor is found only on expensive products.
For the evening version, as well as to give a woman elegance, the models are decorated with creative accessories, high-quality lace. In the decoration of clothing items, different combinations and types of lace are used:
- Openwork synthetic - different decor creates a contrast with dense linen fabric;
- Cotton embroidery – it complements the everyday look, perfectly combining with linen due to the natural high-quality material;
- Handmade - crocheted lace adds a certain charm.
Lace can decorate any part of the body, be of one color or different in tone from the skin of the body.
What to wear with
Different styles have their own accessories. Combination of outfits and fashionable accessories for them.
| Model | Current jewelry |
| Tunic | A chiffon neck scarf, a braided leather belt, a leather bag would be ideal. An original bracelet looks good. If the length is small, to mid-calf, you can wear it with leggings. |
| Free cut | Even everyday attire can be combined with a chain, a large pendant, necklaces, wooden ornaments. A bracelet or a small bag will be appropriate. Those who want to draw attention to the bust can wear a lace necklace decorated with stones, it will help to emphasize the chest. |
| A-line silhouette | The strictness of the image is successfully combined with high-heeled shoes, a bag (not too bright colors, for example beige) will suit the A-silhouette. Bone jewelry, various wood decor, a bracelet are good for this option. The A-silhouette does not go well with massive chains, necklaces. It is better to wear a weightless neck scarf made of thin chiffon, for an office style. |
| Trapezoid | The look will be completed with creative sandals, a bracelet and a bag with fringe stitching. For this option, it is better to avoid neck jewelry, with the exception of lace, prints and trim. |
| Boho | A popular option goes well with any kind of jewelry, especially with necklaces made of wood and bone. Long chains, bracelets, bright beads, pendants are ideal. A white or beige bag or a straw hat will look harmonious. |
| Sarafan | Casual and office attire goes well with most jewelry, a thin bracelet will do. Only a black bag is not appropriate - it will add heaviness to the image. |
| Wrap-around model | Ethnic creative jewelry, a braided leather belt, a bracelet, a beige bag with fringe - all this will be just right. |
It is important to remember that fashionable details with creative accessories, prints that look quite appropriate for one style may not suit another.
Shoes are selected depending on the occasion for which the outfit is worn. Depending on the length and height, a high or low heel is selected. For everyday wear, comfortable ones are ideal:
- ballet shoes;
- gladiators;
- sandals;
- low-heeled shoes;
- sneakers (if style allows);
- lace-up boots;
- high wedge shoes.
For special occasions or in the evening, it is better to opt for:
- high-heeled sandals;
- a pair of open-toe shoes;
- shoes of bright colors and tones;
- shoes with high wedge heels.
What you should definitely avoid with linen dresses is black leather shoes. Black leather will look too heavy (with the exception of the silhouette). Suede shoes with heels will look inappropriate.
Linen outfits have been popular for many years for a reason. They are practical, comfortable, high-quality, and help create an attractive feminine image. Linen products are an amazing combination of quality, elegance, and comfort.
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