Sheath dress

Elegant, strict, but at the same time sexy, sheath dress made a real revolution in the world of fashion. After the First World War, when the economies of European countries were noticeably shaken, it seemed extremely unreasonable to waste several meters of expensive fabric on one dress. That is why lush, multi-layered outfits have been replaced by simple, laconic models.

• One of the undoubted advantages of a sheath dress is that it looks good on a wide variety of young ladies. This dress does not have strict restrictions on age and build. Thin and plump, young girls and respectable ladies - all of them must certainly get a sheath dress.
• On the basis of one sheath dress, you can create many different looks - from business to romantic. All that is required is to change shoes and accessories.
• A dress of the "sheath" style is an outfit that will be appropriate almost everywhere. In it, you can appear at work, and in the evening go to the cinema or to a party - you do not need to change your outfit.

The bodycon dress is suitable for a wide variety of body types.

With the help of the correctly chosen color of the outfit, pattern and decorative elements, you can correct some imperfections, for example:

• if you are worried about small breasts, ruffles or frills on the bodice of the dress will help add volume to this part of the body;
• too narrow hips can be made a little wider by choosing a dress with a peplum or a small drapery on the skirt;
• horizontal flat on the dress will visually make you lower and fuller, and vertical ones, on the contrary, stretch and narrow the figure;
• tall girls are advised to wear a classic-length sheath dress, that is, to the middle of the knee, and miniature girls - cropped models.

A sheath dress is a very practical piece of clothing. If you have a busy day ahead, feel free to wear this outfit in the morning.

Not only classic shoes with heels are suitable for a dress with a case, but also flat-soled shoes, for example, ballet flats or lace-up shoes. Therefore, in the case, you will feel comfortable driving or walking around the city.

If you are planning to go out in the evening or get together with friends, replace the strict business accessories with more informal or smart ones. So the office dress will turn into a festive outfit.

Sheath dress, such as the women of fashion at the beginning of the last century recognized it, was extremely laconic. It was sewn in two parts and had only side seams. The absence of a seam between the bodice and the skirt created the effect of a high waist, and visually lengthened the legs.

The classic sheath dress has a length just below the knee. The cutout on the chest is round and shallow. This model does not have sleeves and various decorative elements - belt, pockets, etc. Only thin shoulder straps are allowed. Traditionally, a sheath dress is made in black or in neutral colors - gray, beige or blue.

Lace sheath dresses look incredibly gentle and romantic. This is no longer an option for work or walking, but for a special event or party.

Lace models in light colors are especially effective. A sheath dress made of white lace can even be a wedding attire for the modern bride. For other occasions, take a look at dresses in dusty pink, pale lilac, peach and other pastel shades.

Sleeves are a detail that was absent from a classic sheath dress, but it is quite common on modern models. A short sleeve dress is perfect for warm weather.

Long sleeves on a sheath dress are quite rare. Models with ½ or ¾ sleeves are more popular. However, the sleeves are not always made of the same fabric as the dress itself.

Cocktail dresses are usually either sleeveless at all, or have very short winged sleeves.

Traditionally, a sheath dress did not have a collar, as well as sleeves. But the classic models have been replaced by more modern and varied ones, so today the collar is quite a common element of a sheath dress.

Collars can be very different, but most often there are models with a small turn-down collar in a contrasting dress in color. As a rule, these are business dresses reminiscent of the school uniform of the last century.

Sheath dress with a stand-up collar looks like a national Chinese outfit. Evening models with swing or heart collars are also popular.

Sheath dress with a neckline is the most modern option among all of the above. A girl in a tight dress with a beautiful neckline that emphasizes her breasts is always eye-catching, so this outfit should be chosen especially carefully.

To look attractive, it is not necessary to choose the deepest neckline that reveals most of the chest. You will look no less impressive and seductive in a dress with a cutout that only hints at what is hidden under it. Take a closer look at models with a classic boat neckline, which beautifully reveals the shoulders, or for dresses with a deep, but very narrow neckline.

Today, a sheath dress can be of any length. A skirt just below the knee is still considered a classic, but you still need to choose the length, guided by the parameters of your figure.

When we talk about a short dress, we usually mean mid-thigh length or higher. Such dresses are recommended to be worn only by happy owners of slender legs. In addition, stylists say that it is better for a tall, long-legged girl to opt for models with a longer skirt, and leave mini-dresses to short ladies.

The average length is considered to be the middle of the knee. Such a dress is suitable for almost everyone: if not every girl can boast of perfect hips, then the knees and shins are the least problematic areas of the figure for most young ladies.

A sheath dress with a midi skirt can be an almost universal, casual type of clothing that can be worn with a trench coat or leather jacket, sandals or boots.

The little black dress, which Coco Chanel created, covered her knees, as the designer considered this part of the body the ugliest in a woman. Modern ideas about beauty have changed, but elongated dresses are still popular.

A long sheath dress slims and stretches the figure like no other outfit, so girls with curvaceous shapes will surely like it. For a greater effect, you should give preference to models in dark colors or with contrasting side inserts.

A black sheath dress is a classic outfit for an office or formal event, but in other cases, you should not be limited to monochrome colors. Consider the most spectacular color variations of a sheath dress.

A woman in a tight-fitting red dress simply cannot but attract attention, so this option can be chosen only if you are ready to become the center of the holiday. If you like the color red but prefer more understated outfits, look for models in muted hues, such as a wine or coral sheath dress.

A white sheath dress is a very romantic and cute outfit. We have already said that such a dress is often chosen by brides who refuse traditional fluffy dresses.

So, the black sheath dress is an eternal classic, once and for all entrenched in fashion thanks to Coco Chanel.

Simple and elegant, it is still considered the basic element of a woman's wardrobe today, on the basis of which you can create a wide variety of images - from business to flirty-sexy.

Blue is a discreet and noble color, therefore it is great for an exquisite sheath dress.

The blue color palette is very rich: dresses of cobalt and azure shades look completely different.

Despite the fact that gray refers to neutral colors and is most often found in the wardrobe of business girls, a gray sheath dress can also be stylish and unusual.

The restraint of color can be compensated for by the original cut of the dress or interesting accessories. Take a closer look at models with an unusual neckline or colored inserts.

• Dresses with asymmetric cut in the new fashion season are becoming popular again. Look for models with uneven hemlines (for example, cropped at the front, lengthened at the back) and sheath dresses with a high slit on the skirt.
• This spring and summer, tight dresses will give way to more lush outfits. Those who are committed to tight-fitting dresses to stay in trend should take a closer look at sheaths with a voluminous skirt - with drapery, lace or fringe.
• For winter, designers have come up with extravagant sheath dresses with fur or leather inserts. In the cold season, you will be very comfortable in an insulated dress made of puffed, quilted material.

The good thing about a sheath dress is that it can be combined with a wide variety of clothing items from your wardrobe.

But the problem of outerwear for a sheath dress is not worth it. A light raincoat, a classic trench coat, a denim jacket, a leather jacket, a jacket, a blazer, an original sleeveless jacket - all this goes well with this outfit. On a summer evening, when it gets cool, you can throw a stole or bolero over the case.

In the morning of a working day, it can be a simple roomy bag, an elegant kerchief around the neck and discreet jewelry. When heading to a bar or to a party in the evening, grab a clutch or small purse on a chain. Remove the scarf from your neck and fasten a wide, bright belt at the waist. In the evening, you can afford more noticeable jewelry - large earrings, bracelets, tiered beads.

A girl dressed in a sheath dress is the very embodiment of femininity and elegance. Of course, you should choose high-heeled shoes for such an exquisite outfit. A variety of shoe models are suitable for the case: from sandals with thin straps to classic pumps, platform shoes and with a thick stacked heel.

Black and beige shoes are suitable for almost any dress.

Shoes with a contrasting color look no less impressive, for example, lemon sandals with a lilac dress.