Batwing Sleeve Dress - Japanese Inspiration

The first bat style dresses appeared in the wardrobes of fashionistas in Europe in the 40s of the twentieth century. They took a Japanese kimono as the basis for their creation. Such outfits became especially popular by the eighties. They were distinguished by a wide top and a tight-fitting skirt, which makes it very comfortable to wear dresses of this style. These days, these dresses are back in vogue.

Such outfits are sewn both from flowing light fabrics and from warmer and denser materials. The neckline of a “bat” dress is most often round or boat. Evening dresses of this style often have a rather revealing neckline, and some models attract with a deep cut on the back.

The highlight of the batwing dresses is the unusual sleeve. Since it is similar to the wing of a bat, this gave rise to the name of this style. The length of the sleeves is different for different models of batwing dresses. You can find both long sleeves and three-quarter sleeves. There are dresses with sleeves on the cuffs, as well as with slits on the sleeves that expose the arms.

• This dress looks great on a girl with an inverted triangle figure. In this outfit, you can hide wide shoulders and flaws in the arms, while emphasizing slender hips.
• This style is also recommended for beauties with a "rectangle" figure, since the cut of the "bat" dress will hide a wide waist.
• Short girls in such a dress will look even lower, so they should only wear high heels with a bat dress.
• Brunettes are recommended to choose for themselves a dress of this style in black or some bright shade, and fair-haired girls - products of softer and fresher tones. A redhead beauty is advised not to wear a brown or orange batwing dress.

The bat style dress, which is made of knitted fabric, can be used as clothing for the home. At the same time, it looks quite extravagant and elegant.

Also, for everyday use, modern girls often choose dense knitted batwing dresses. Such outfits differ in mini length, monochromatic colors and a narrowed skirt.

A batwing dress, machine or hand knitted, favorably emphasizes the dignity of a slender figure. The top of such an outfit can be represented by a V-neck or an asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline. There are also turtleneck dresses and models with a voluminous yoke.

Ankle-length models are relatively rare. They are chosen by women who want to hide the flaws in the lower part of the figure. Also, a long bat-style outfit can be represented by a wedding dress. Complementing it with a high hairstyle, the bride will draw attention to the shoulders and neck.

These dresses can be knee-length or slightly lower (to the middle of the shins). Mid-length bat outfits are either austere and monochromatic (they are suitable for the office) or with bright décor made of elegant fabrics (you can go to a party in such a dress).

These batwing dresses are the most common. They are chosen both as a cocktail dress and for everyday use. Short dresses made of elegant fabric can have both a deep neckline and an open back. This style looks beautiful when made from silk or chiffon, and practical models for every day are sewn from viscose or knitwear.

Full girls need to choose a dress of this style very carefully. If the hips are large, you can choose a long model in which the bottom is free. It is also worth taking a closer look at the product with a darker color on the bottom. But slender beauties are recommended to use short “bat” models that can emphasize the beauty and grace of the legs.

• A short batwing outfit can be worn with skinny jeans or leggings.
• As outerwear for such a dress, you can wear a short leather jacket, a cashmere coat or a long jacket.

Long jewelry around the neck, for example, a string of beads, a necklace or a chain, will be a good choice for a dress of this style. You can also choose long earrings for them, and if the sleeve is shortened, then large bracelets.

It is best to wear shoes with rather high heels to the “bat” dress. If the girl is slim and tall, it is also permissible to use platform shoes or ballet flats. High boots look good with short outfits of this style, and ankle boots with long ones.