A basic wardrobe is considered the foundation, without which it is difficult to create laconic images for every day. Every girl should have universal things in her closet, especially an A-line dress. This style suits women with any figure. This model is recognized not only as a classic, but also as a trend. There are many similar styles, with or without sleeves. Each of them will undoubtedly fit into your wardrobe.
Silhouette Features
A-line dresses became popular by the end of the 70s of the last century, most often they were worn in everyday life. They are usually one-piece, sometimes consist of a stiff skirt, have short sleeves or go without them. Demi-season and winter models are equipped with long sleeves. The model can be made of various fabrics, for the cold season, warm, thick materials are used for sewing. In summer, the dress can be found in cotton, linen, soft, silk. When the model first became popular, it was presented with a stand-up collar or a turn-down collar. Nowadays, these styles are still in trend. Modern fashion designers have made their own adjustments to this model, created dresses with necklines of different shapes. They can be plain, combined colors, in prints or patterns.
Advantages of a flared dress style:
- Visually makes legs slimmer;
- Hides figure flaws in the upper part;
- It does not restrict movement when walking, and it is not hot in summer.
The triangle cut style comes in midi and mini lengths, while maxi is not as popular among women due to its impracticality.
Popular models and colors
Buying an A-line dress for every day is a great solution for women who follow a dress code at work, as well as for those whose job does not imply it. Those who follow fashion should familiarize themselves with current models and shades so as not to miscalculate with the choice.
In 2018, the following shades and decor are fashionable:
- With bead and sequin embellishment at the top;
- Mini dress 5-7 centimeters above the knee;
- With a gradient – the future hit of autumn 2018;
- Animal prints: leopard, snake or zebra;
- In peas - large ones are especially popular;
- Bright yellow, purple.
To get a more detailed idea, you need to look at a photo of an A-line dress in trendy shades of 2018.
You should not give preference to a model decorated with rhinestones. They are considered bad manners.
Fashionable styles of 2018.
- Long A-line dresses have lost their popularity, it is better to choose models just below the knee - midi. They go with any shoes, even with flip-flops;
- With long sleeves. Such a product will hide massive arms. The model is sewn from thick fabrics, lace. Sleeves made of openwork fabric will suit thin girls, on a full arm they will look awkward, tight-fitting;
- Lantern sleeves, or ¾. A trendy accent will dilute even a boring, plain dress of an inconspicuous color. They draw attention to the wrist, visually making the hands thin;
- Lace models are suitable for creating a romantic image. Some use such dresses for a wedding celebration. The triangular neckline emphasizes the chest;
- Dresses with contrasting inserts of different fabrics, a combination of prints. This is a must-have of the summer of 2018 for those who want to look ultra-fashionable. For the cool season, it is better to choose leather models in combination with knitwear, jacquard, denim inserts.
Stylists recommend that every girl get a black A-line dress. It is suitable for all occasions, can be worn in winter and summer. The product goes well with any shoes, looks especially stylish with rough boots like army boots. For going to a restaurant or a nightclub, you can wear a dress with over-the-knee boots. These boots visually make your legs look slimmer and longer. For everyday wear, it is better to choose models in solid colors, muted shades, diluting them with accessories.
Who is it suitable for and who is it not suitable for?
Silhouette A dresses hide figure imperfections – full legs, hips, excessively low or high height. This is considered the main advantage of this model. The style is ideal for women with a “pear” body type. For representatives of a triangular figure, the model balances the silhouette.
Who suits an A-line dress:
- For tall girls. A narrow yoke with a flared style allows you to show off your legs;
- Women without a waist can emphasize it as much as possible with the help of a dress, due to the tapered style at the top;
- Massive hips. Owners of a pear or apple figure should take a closer look at the flared style;
- For pregnant women, this dress will hide the belly and make the figure slimmer.
Who should avoid such models:
- For women with narrow shoulders. Due to the trapezoid hem, additional volume is created in the hips. In combination with fragile shoulders, a "pear-shaped" effect is created. This item is especially fattening if a woman has narrow shoulders, wide hips and plump legs;
- Owners of small breasts. Its deficiency is not compensated by a loose dress style.
With a well-chosen style of trapezoid dress, it is possible to compensate for these features of the figure. Therefore, it can be said that the dress suits all women.
An A-line evening dress will brighten up any woman's image and add elegance to the figure. In 2018, leather and suede models are considered popular. A cocktail look can be decorated with dangling earrings, a ring - the main thing is not to select jewelry as a set. This is considered an anti-trend. A tight-fitting sheath will emphasize the chest and waist, and a flared skirt will make your legs look slender.
A-line dress for plus size women:
- Plus-size women should always pay attention to the material the item is made of. Dresses made of thin knitwear and translucent fabrics are a bad option. They will highlight the flaws and hide the advantages. It is better to give preference to silk, denim, chiffon and cotton;
- The style of the dress should be flared towards the bottom, in the form of pleats. The main thing is that the waist is pronounced. This way, the figure is stretched, the advantages are emphasized. Models with an asymmetrical cut are not the best option. You need to avoid draperies, folds, they will add extra pounds. Ankle-length and midi styles are considered the most advantageous option, and it is better to refuse a mini;
- Full women with voluminous hips should not choose tight styles. It is better to emphasize the chest and waist;
- Women with full shoulders and arms should not bare them, ¾ or full sleeves will do. Lantern sleeves or voluminous cut will make them look even fuller. It is better to choose straight sleeves, they will lengthen the arms;
- A triangular neckline will do, which will visually make the figure more fragile. The depth is up to you, but it should not border on vulgarity. Underwear should not show through, so it is worth choosing smooth models.
Plus size girls don't have to wear only black clothes. Sure, they hide the extra weight, but they make the image gloomy and boring.
What to wear with
A-line dresses go with almost everything. But there are a number of things that don't look good with these models. It's important to know this to create laconic looks for every day:
- Sleeveless or short sleeve dresses look good with different blouses and turtlenecks;
- The short model is combined with pumps;
- Cardigans, fitted trench coats, and coats are suitable as outerwear. In addition, dresses with long sleeves look good with fur vests;
- Among the shoes, it is better to choose ankle boots, loafers, oxfords, heeled sandals or shoes. The main thing is not to combine models with long sleeves with platform sandals and flip-flops;
- A-line dresses are stylishly complemented with scarves, shawls, and massive necklaces. Thanks to them, the image looks complete.
A dress with short sleeves looks elegant when paired with long gloves. This outfit was incredibly popular in the 1960s, and today it resembles retro chic. A small envelope bag or clutch will go well with it.
Some tips for fashionistas:
- You shouldn’t overload your outfit with jewelry, and emphasizing your waist with a thin belt is bad form;
- The bottom of the outerwear should be tapered so that the figure does not resemble a shapeless cabbage;
- In 2018, you can play on contrasts – combine black and white, blue and purple, red and orange, gray and lilac.
The outfit should not be overflowing with accents. If the image includes a bright bag, then the rest of the clothes should be of a muted shade.
A flared dress can be sewn by yourself. Such a thing will be more valuable than one bought in a store, and its significant advantage is originality. Interesting patterns can be found in the online magazine "Burda" or on other Internet sites. You won't accidentally see a homemade dress on your friend or a passerby, it will be in a single copy.
Summer dress pattern A-line silhouette
- The first thing you need to do is draw a plan for the future product. If you don't want to spend time on this, you can make a ready-made silhouette template on the Internet. There is a pattern generation program in which you need to specify your dimensions, pay for the ready-made plan and print it out;
- Next, you need to decide on the length of the item, and the skirt is made wider by moving the side seam. There is no need to make darts at the waist, only the waist area needs to be fitted. The shoulder dart is shortened by 1-2 centimeters so that there is no sharp top on the chest area;
- To create a boat neckline, move the top of the shoulder dart toward the shoulder point. The neckline should be deepened by 1 cm and widened by 6 cm;
- You should check whether the side seams are the same length. Draw a new neckline.
Be sure to allocate 3-4 centimeters for hemming the bottom of the garment and sleeves. You can sew a dress with a frill at the bottom; for this, the fabric is sewn on separately in the same way as a sun skirt is sewn.
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