Styles and types of skirts

Skirt - it is an integral part of women's wardrobe (and in some countries, and the male, such as a sarong in Asian countries). And as if the fair sex to her or treated, at least one model is at each. It is now hard to imagine that all kinds of skirts have a common ancestor - loincloth, which for centuries has been transformed, lengthened and changed shape. As a result, at the moment, we have a wide selection of models and styles.

Classification skirts along the length

maxi skirt length, which in the traditional embodiment reaches the ankles. The model does not lose popularity at all times and periodically come to the fore among the rest. Types of long skirts are not numerous: the sun, polusolntse, year, stacked. How good they are, it's the fact that any piece do best: full - slim, angular gives femininity.
The skirt-midi. Its length ends in the middle of the lower leg. clear breath is felt on this model 50-60-ies, when it was extremely popular. Someone might say that the Puritan model, while others call it retro style. What is clear is that the skirt of this length, provided properly selected style, suited to everyone.
Micro and mini skirt. The first option is extremely provocative and length barely covers the buttocks, and the second - is not lower than mid-thigh. These types of skirts have earned quite a mixed reputation. And if the mini - length, beloved by many - is valid and is perhaps the most common among women, micro - is that, according to most stylists do not wear. If you want to show beautiful and slender legs, it is better to choose short shorts.

Types of women's skirts in silhouette

Whatever the length of the skirt, it always has a certain form, the main only three:

Under the Hood to the top or to the bottom of the skirt (two classical models: Tulip and sun, more detail about them will talk later).
Narrowed such as skirt-year.
Direct. This type of historically originated in the 19th century, when the skirt became an independent subject of the wardrobe. This is the classic version, which is suitable for each shape, you only need to choose the right length for each woman is their own. The most famous types of straight skirts: classical midi and pencil; you can call their base models.

All the skirt can be subjected to the classification of these two categories. But in addition to the length and shape, there is the concept of cutting. According to him, one can identify 10 basic types of skirts. Let us consider them in more detail and learn about who they are suitable.

Skirt-sun and polusolntse

It should say at once that such a model can have different lengths. Skirt-sun, in fact, is a circle cut out of fabric with a hole for the belt in the center, the figure she falls a beautiful large folds. The cut is very simple, and therefore fits all. The main thing - to determine its length correctly. Skirt-sun floor fits slim and tall girl. On the short woman and the owner of magnificent forms it will also look good, but on condition of lightness tissue. More suitably they will be one such model of medium length or midi. The principal difference skirt polusolntsa in that it is sewn of a semicircle and is less bulky. Due to the natural folds of the two models will make any figure better hiding or giving volume where you need it. These types of skirts (photos can be viewed in our article) can be made from any material (cotton, linen, silk, wool fabric), so easy to find an option for every season of the year or even make it yourself.

As a bright part of the image, this model does not suffer too flashy neighborhood. Therefore, the skirt-sun and polusolntsu Pick up less volume and bright top. This may for example be light chiffon, satin or lace blouses, fitting cardigan. Mischief and originality add denim vest. Of jewelry best neighbors can become large bracelets and beads.

Pencil skirt: women's wardrobe cult thing

Classic skirt of this type has a straight leg, slightly tapering. The length is usually up to the knee or just below, and behind it is assumed the presence of a small incision. There are many variations, including high-waisted or up to mid-calf. For tailoring take various tissues. So, fashion stylists advise all women to get two kinds of pencil skirts - one must be leather (black), and the second a bright color (red, blue or yellow).

This model is very versatile and perfect for the office and for evening events. Notice in the photo how harmoniously to create an image. The only thing that remains the same - it is the presence of high heels. Pencil skirt without it is unthinkable. Prefer the classic pumps, sandals, heels or boots neat and feminine.

Different kinds of cut skirts will look great on women with a slender figure of "hourglass" and "inverted triangle". The rest is to be selected it with caution or even abandon.

Skirt-bell ( "inverted glass")

The model is cut free and practically does not touch the legs, knee-length or slightly above. It is not formed folds, it resembles something starched things because maintains a rigid shape. Due to this feature, it is often applied to a variety of prints, which gives even greater brightness and individuality. Well this embodiment is suitable for women with narrow shoulders and broad hips (the figure of "pear") and vice versa. In the first case it hides the extra volume, the second adds balance.

Skirt-year

According to the structure it is a combination consisting of a pencil skirt and flared skirt. Above it fits silhouette and extends towards the bottom via a set-in wedges, the number of which can vary greatly, and they can both start from the middle of the thigh, and is much lower. Its classic length, which received an incredible popularity in the 60s - the midi, but now very popular in the maxi version, especially in the evening and wedding dresses. However, they can be downright hypertrophied and not practical, but it is incredibly beautiful. Of course, such things are purchased to any significant event, in connection with what they presuppose the existence of appropriate accessories, hairstyles and makeup.

Skirt-year very successfully smooths full hips and gives a slender figure, adds balance. An important role is played by the choice of material and color. All kinds of skirt-year figures are suitable for the type of "box" of its owner can safely choose any model itself.

Skirt-tulip

The most common form - those that are borrowed from nature. Skirt-tulip shaped like a flower of the same name, only inverted. This is one of the most feminine models, its smooth lines flow around the figure softly. Conventionally, it assumes the length to the knee or slightly above and necessarily simulated odor resembling tulip petals. For tailoring the most commonly used are soft and lightweight fabrics that are easy to drape, but because the model is most acute in the spring and summer season.

fashion industry, experts advise to choose the style of young women (30-40 years) of high and medium growth in the older it will look ridiculous. Also, you should refrain from buying her petite girl, this skirt will weight figure and add them volume.

Skirt-pack of

This model - a vivid example of how a highly specialized clothing migrated to the world of high fashion and occupied a niche out there. It should be said at once that it is very capricious. Skirts this model sewn from thin, transparent fabrics such as chiffon, and attached to the pomp due to multiple layers. In its original form (as in ballet dancers) it is very extravagant, and appear to her in the street dare not everyone. But now many are adapted to the daily life of variation - from radical mini to maxi length romantic. However, it is worth remembering that afford different types of skirts of the cut can not do everything, it is very categorical. It is appropriate, the model will look at the young (under 30 years) and a slim girl with a figure like "rectangle" or "hourglass". The only exception is made for little fashionistas, in this case, it even turns pyshechek charming princesses.

Conclusion

Types of skirts models are so numerous that they are very difficult to cover various types of classifications. In addition to those that have been listed, these items of women's wardrobe are also divided by type of fabric. For example, jeans or leather skirts - they are a separate category from the rest and can have absolutely any cut.