Evening dress capes

There are no trifles in solemn looks, each element is of the same importance as the dress itself. And even more so when it comes to a cape for an evening look. Modern women of fashion are incredibly lucky, since the choice of outfits and capes for them is indecently large, which allows you to go crazy in every possible way, sorting out the color and style.

Views
Capes are a generalized concept that implies a large family of beautiful and differently shaped elements for an evening look, designed to cover or warm shoulders and arms.
Bolero
The bolero is presented in the form of a cropped jacket with sleeves of various lengths and all kinds of fasteners. The fashion for this element of evening dress came from Spain.

Bolero is made from any material. Recently, lace models or decorated with swan down have become popular.
A short cape refreshes and complements any style of dress, but serves as the best complement for a straight evening dress.





It is better to choose a bolero from the same fabric from which the dress is made. Or at least stick to one color scheme.

Knitted cape
A knitted cape in the form of a shawl, wide scarf or stole can be presented. Openwork knitting is used to create an elegant knitted cape, which can be additionally decorated with fringes along the entire edge.

Neckpiece
A boa is the name given to a fur or feather scarf, which is wrapped around the neck or thrown over the shoulder. It is more of a decorative element of clothing and is best combined with Art Nouveau evening dresses.



Cloak and fur coats
There is no better material for a winter cape than fur.Short fur coats, vests, coats have the most stunning effect, making any look delightful and expensive.
A fur coat in an evening feminine look is similar to a short fur coat, made in the shape of a trapezoid and has wide sleeves. It is usually fastened or tied around the neck. For a winter celebration, it is often a coat that will warm well and perfectly complement the image.





Stole
Stoles have long been known to the world. As soon as fashion designers do not "mock" this thing, making it from a variety of materials and introducing draperies. For an evening look, you can choose fur options or models made from expensive fabric.



Cape
An airy cape is an excellent concealer for imperfections. She will cover her shoulders and hide her lush hips. At the same time, a short cape accentuates a thin waist.

Jacket
In evening fashion, an excellent replacement for a fur vest has been found for those girls who, without sacrificing sophistication, prefer elegance.
An atypical trend in the form of a floor-length evening dress and a discreet elegant jacket is observed in many collections of famous designers.

There are two popular options:
- classic jacket, slightly elongated with folding lapels;
- short jacket with voluminous sleeves due to gathering at the shoulder.
They stand out a little from the general gamut, nevertheless, the evening dress becomes much more interesting.



If a jacket to match the dress allows a girl to look understated on the formal part and bright as soon as it is taken off, then mixing styles is suitable for informal parties.



Selection rules
- Before going to the store, think carefully about what you would like to purchase. From a wide assortment, it is not a sin to get confused and buy something that will not fit the dress you have chosen. And what's next? Choosing a new dress under the cape?
- The choice of a cape is largely determined by weather conditions and the nature of the event. For a celebration that takes place in the cold season, you can choose capes made of fur or down. But if the weather is warm or you are going to a country with a warm climate, then the capes should be made of light fabric or lace.
- The combination of styles and styles between dress and cape must be observed at the highest level. Do not forget about the main responsibility that is assigned to the cape - to emphasize the elegance of the image, and not to become its main element.
- The question of price is often fundamental in determining the choice of a woman. If the financial possibilities allow you to purchase natural furs, then you need to buy them. Such an element of the wardrobe will be worn for a long time and will always remain in fashion. If the possibilities are not so wide, you should pay attention to artificial fur or noble fabrics. Designers began to create such spectacular capes that, even at a low cost, they look very presentable.

Lace capes look very feminine and add a touch of tenderness and fragility to the image.


Examples of using capes
The use of a wide cape together with a wide skirt is allowed only for tall women. With a small stature, such a combination of styles will only press the figure to the ground.
And if the shape of the body is also splendid, then the resemblance to a kolobok will be noted by every guest of the gala evening. Fur capes or boas will not add slenderness to a full figure. Only mink is an exception, since it is suitable for almost everyone and always.


If the dress has the shape of a case, then laconic capes will look good with it. They can be egg-shaped, straight or rectangular. The main condition and mandatory rule is that the cape should continue the silhouette of the dress and serve as an addition to the image, and not as an independent element.

The choice of cape color is completely determined by the image. The safest option is to stick to one color.
In the formation of an evening look, it is possible to combine contrasting colors:
- a black dress with a red or white cape;
- green outfit with a gold element;
- blue dress with silver.



Choosing the right and beautifully wearing a cape with an evening dress is an art that every woman should master.
I try to buy a bolero or a cape for almost every evening dress, because the holidays drag on for a long time, and even in summer it is cool at night.