What to wear and how to sew an American skirt?

When a girl puts on a fluffy skirt, she can feel like a fairy-tale princess, very feminine and romantic. One of the most popular models of fluffy skirts, characterized by bulk, many frills and ruffles, is the American skirt. Abroad it is called pettiskirt.

The peculiarity of the "American" is splendor due to the multi-tiered and several layers.

Short models resemble a tutu, and floor-length models - a skirt-sun, less lush, but popular among lovers of country, folk and hippie styles.

Since the length and splendor of the American skirt is different, each girl will choose a model for herself.

The short style suits mainly young beauties with a proportional and slender figure, since in it the girls look romantic, playful and carefree, which most characterizes youth. NoseIt should be borne in mind that short models of the "American" are especially capricious, because they require the ideal look of their owner's legs.

In the mid-length and maxi models, some flaws can be hidden, but due to the addition of volume in the hip area, such skirts will not work for girls with full legs.

Traditionally, a skirt of this style is sewn from nylon chiffon or organza, but now products made from tulle are also very popular. Such skirts are very similar to ballet tutus, which is used to create a certain image based on the American skirt.

Once upon a time, the American skirt was used as a petticoat, but today it is worn with pleasure at themed parties, clubs and informal events.

Also, the skirt is found in the outfits of brides and graduates.She is in demand for vivid photo shoots.

The most popular are white and black "American women", but for bright outfits, models of an eye-catching shade, for example, turquoise, red or blue, are often chosen.

An American skirt in dark blue has a stylish look, combined with a top and accessories in different tones of blue.

If a girl wants to create a gentle romantic image, then she chooses a skirt in a pastel palette, for example, light gray, caramel or peach.

You can also emphasize airiness and romanticism with a floral print. These skirts are matched with a solid top and discreet accessories.

For the "American" maxi model, you can choose a discreet top with wide straps, made in a contrasting color. If the length of the skirt is medium, a tight-fitting top in the same tone as the "American" is more suitable for it.

Also, this skirt can be combined with a fitted jacket with 3/4 sleeves. This look is great for social events.

The selection of a "companion" for an American skirt depends on the image created with it. For a feminine and very sophisticated bow, a corset to match the skirt, decorated with lacing, as well as stiletto heels, are selected for this style.

A good addition to the "American" is considered:

• fitted blouse made of chiffon and other materials;
• a T-shirt with an unusual print;
• plain turtleneck;
• thick sweater in a contrasting color;
• cropped jacket;
• women's shirt;
• bustier top.

If the skirt is plain, choose a brighter jacket or blouse, and vice versa.

To make the look more glamorous, the American woman can be worn with bright leggings or tights.

In cool weather, you can wear a leather jacket and rough boots with such a skirt. The combination of "American" and a top made of knitwear or jeans, as well as an ensemble of a skirt of this style with a knitted jacket, looks nice.

Also, outerwear, combined with "American", is called a jacket with a hood, a short raincoat or a bright coat.

Shoes for the image, the basis of which is an American skirt, are chosen depending on the length of the skirt. Short models are complemented with pumps, high-heeled sandals, platform shoes or boots. To the "American" knee-high boots are selected low stiletto heels, rough boots, and in the summer - sandals.

A youth bow allows a combination of such a skirt with bright sneakers, lace-up boots, moccasins and ballerinas. Formal and club outfit with an American skirt looks good with patent leather stiletto heels.

Among the successful accessories for the American skirt are an envelope bag and a small clutch, a voluminous necklace, chains with a pendant, large earrings and jewelry containing pearls.

Everyday looks with such a skirt can be complemented with an airy scarf, wooden jewelry and oversized sunglasses.

"American" looks especially attractive on little girls. Children's models look gentle and fabulous, and their owners are both perky and fragile. It is appropriate to wear such a skirt for a matinee, a holiday at school or a friendly party.

The advantage of such skirts is that a mother can create such an attractive outfit for her daughter with her own hands.

The skirt of this style is divided into about 4-5 tiers:

• a yoke made of a denser material;
• two to three tiers of nylon or other airy fabric;
• tier of ruffles.

The main measurement for calculating the required amount of materials for an American skirt is the waist circumference:

1. Double the amount of this measurement is taken on the yoke.
2. For the upper chiffon tier of the skirt, multiply OT by 5.
3. For the lower tier of an American woman, the figure obtained when measuring the waist is multiplied by 13 or 14.
4. To find out how much fabric is needed for ruffles, OT should be multiplied by a number from 46 to 50, depending on the desired splendor of the product. Ideally, each successive tier is harvested at a factor of one to two or three.

As for the length of the American woman, a length of 10-12 cm is usually taken for a yoke, and the length of ruffles is usually 3-4 cm. Having determined the desired length of the skirt, the length of the yoke and ruffles is taken from it, and then the resulting number is divided by 2 or 3 (the number tiers). If desired, all the details can be made double, then the length of each tier is doubled during the pattern.

The stages of making an American woman with her own hands will include:

1. Sewing a yoke. Its part is folded in half and sewn, providing a place where the elastic will be inserted. In many cases, the fabric of the yoke is glued with interlining. An elastic band for an American woman is usually chosen wide.
2. Picking up the first tier of transparent fabric to the width of the yoke and then stitching the free edge of the yoke and the top of the first tier fabric.
3. Similar actions with the second and, if any, the third tier. The fabric is gathered up to the width of the previous tier and sewn to it.
4. Making and sewing on ruffles. The fabric prepared for ruffles is sewn in the middle with such a tension on the threads so that they can be pulled together. After tightening, a double-sided ruffle is obtained, which is sewn to the lower tier of the skirt.
5. Sewing on the lining, if provided in the skirt. In many cases, the lining is replaced with a purl, the sewing of which is carried out in the same way as the manufacture of the front part.
6. Decoration of the product. Satin ribbons, sequins, beads or other decor can be sewn onto the top of the skirt.

Each girl in an American skirt looks graceful, sophisticated and graceful. The special appearance of the American skirt allows you to create delicate and very sophisticated images with such a model.