All about plaid skirts

This model sometimes deviates somewhat from the general trends in style. But again, he constantly triumphantly returns to fashion. Meet your good friend: the plaid skirt!

The history of the plaid skirt has more than one hundred years. For the first time a skirt made of woolen fabric in a cage appeared in the highlands of Scotland in the 16th century. At first, the skirt was called "big kilt" and was a large piece of natural wool, which allowed you to wrap yourself up comfortably during a night's sleep, it dries quickly, warms well in cool weather, does not interfere with active movement, was practical and comfortable. At the beginning of the eighteenth century, the famous entrepreneur Thomas Rollinson modernized the kilt, shortened it to the knees and turned it into a small kilt, in this form this thing has come down to our times.

A plaid skirt made of natural wool is a symbol of Scotland, at first it served as a practical protection from cold and bad weather for shepherds, mountain dwellers, ordinary people, and served as an ornament for the nobility. Gradually, this original item has spread throughout the world, has undergone some improvements and has become an indispensable wardrobe item for any woman. In the old days, the color of the wool from which the kilt was sewn showed the social status of its owner - one-color kilts with a very simple geometric pattern were worn by servants, two-color kilts could be worn by villagers, three-color kilts were intended for officers, a kilt with a large number of colors could be worn by poets, nobles, high representatives clans and communities.

The world famous fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier turned the woolen skirt for men into a part of his image and excelled in this field. At the beginning of its history, the tartan was only part of the men's wardrobe, but over time it was adapted for women. A skirt in a cage has its own characteristics, it is sewn from two strips of fabric from the waist to the knee, in a special way it is gathered into folds along the waist line. The women's Scottish skirt has brighter color options, including classic colors - brown, black, red, yellow. The classic version of the skirt is a bright red cage, which is duplicated with green, blue or black colors.

Each item has its own unique characteristics, our option is no exception. In modern fashion, there are various variations of it - a short pleated skirt, skirt-shorts - for young girls, knee-length or midi is great for women of any age. For girls and women with shapes, a pleated skirt can visually reduce the volume of the hips, and a properly selected color palette slims and visually lengthens the figure.

A plaid skirt is an indispensable item in any woman's wardrobe. The fabric itself in a cage already attracts the attention of others, and if it is laid in beautiful folds, has a bright catchy color, then the aesthetic effect is guaranteed! In addition, such a thing will suit both a young girl and a respectable lady. The product from the cage looks elegant in the office, on the street, at a gala event thanks to its classic colors and traditional cut. There may be many options, but the principle is the same - a cage and folds.

There are many styles and variations of a recognizable wardrobe item. This unique product can be worn for any occasion - to school, to work, for a walk, rest, celebration (provided that the fabric in the cage is bright and unusual). Stylish styles of pleated plaid skirts are popular due to their simplicity of cut and ease of use. Such a thing looks catchy, bright and attracts attention. In the classic version, a plaid skirt has the shape of a cone or cylinder. It can be short or long, with or without a wrap, elongated in the shape of a pencil, for plump and slender women.

A modern version of a Scottish wool skirt - a variety of shades of a classic cage, styles, different variations of models (yoke, smell, skirt-shorts). The color scheme is traditionally dominated by red, red-brown or dark blue with the addition of white. In general, the tartan color palette is extensive - models look great in blue, pink, green and purple tones. These color variations are better for young girls. A school skirt for girls and young stylish ladies in a black and white cage looks elegant and businesslike. An elegant white blouse made of natural silk or cotton is ideal for such a skirt.

For the visual effect, the length and style of the skirt are not the last thing. The average length of such a product is approximately 50-60 centimeters from the waistline. Traditionally, a plaid is sewn from natural wool, but cotton, linen, silk, polyester and other fabrics with an admixture of synthetic threads are also popular. Skirts with the addition of synthetics keep folds and shape better, wrinkle and deform less.

The short model is the most popular and demanded version of such a product. This length visually lengthens the figure and legs, a large number of folds hides the voluminous hips and makes the waist visually thinner.Such a fluffy skirt looks great with a smooth top in the form of a classic or romantic blouse, with a matching turtleneck, even a top in the form of a T-shirt will be in place.

A skirt below the knee or maxi is the calling card of every stylish woman... This length is perfect for a strict office style, looks great at any corporate party or business meeting.

A tulip skirt is ideal for slender girls of medium to tall stature. For such a skirt, it is better to choose a large expressive cage. Patch pockets or hidden in the side seams will look good. The folds along the waistline perfectly emphasize the shape of the figure and if the woman is thin, add volume to her in the hips.

A-line plaid skirt - a universal model for girls and women of any age, with this style you can perfectly emphasize your style and good taste. The main thing is to choose the right top and additional components of the image (belt, jewelry, scarf, bow).

Tartan-sun with pleats an original universal thingthat will look great on any shape.

The plaid pencil skirt looks sophisticated and elegant. Ideal for office style. Usually, such a skirt has a length below the knee or to the middle of the calf, a narrow strict cut emphasizes the hips and visually slims the figure.

Any woman or girl can easily choose the fabric for her complexion and figure, emphasize her individuality, show a sense of taste and style.

• Traditional Scottish kilt palette - a harmonious combination of red, brown, green, dark blue with white and black colors.

• Red cage - the most effective combination in the tartan color palette. The combination of red, black and white checks looks good in any model, and folds add texture and volume to the pattern.

• The combination of dark blue or green in black and white checks is great. Dark brown and yellow cage colors are traditional and highly sought after. For young girls and young women, a cage in pink, blue, yellow, lilac, purple tones is suitable.

• There are several types of cells - tartan, checkerboard, plaid. The most popular color is tartan; in the old days, natural dyes were used. In modern fashion, there are about five hundred variations of tartan, the most popular combination is a combination of red with black, blue with purple and green.

• Chess - the original version of the plaid, multi-colored cells are staggered. The checkerboard is very popular and in demand, the main thing in it is the harmonious combination of colors.

• A rainbow of a cage is a spectacular version of a plaid. The colors of the rainbow are very bright and catchy, better suited for young girls. The ideal color combination is purple, brown, beige, sand.

• If you prefer darker calm tones, then you can make your figure more slender.

In order for the tartan to favorably emphasize the individual features of the figure and show the good taste of its owner, you need to seriously approach the choice of fabric. By itself, the fabric in a cage already creates an extraordinary memorable effect. It is better for young and young girls to choose bright catchy colors, stylists advise respectable ladies in a cage of muted beige tones. A few rules when choosing a tartan:

• it is better to choose high-quality natural fabric;
• the color palette of the cell should match the emotional image of a woman;
• when choosing to pay attention to the color palette of the cell, the younger the girl, the brighter the colors.

A plaid skirt has a huge advantage over other items in women's wardrobe. It is easy to make kits with it.A skirt with a dull pastel print can be complemented with a bright blouse with a bow, a bright cage will be balanced by a white blouse or a turtleneck to match the cage. Closed shoes, sandals, canvas tennis shoes are perfect for a skirt.

Pencil plaid looks great with a white blouse and black classic stiletto heels.

A pleated skirt in a red and white check is perfect with a white or black blouse in a classic or romantic style, shoes - high-heeled ankle boots, a volumetric stylish bag to match the look.

With a short pleated plaid skirt, you can wear sneakers, sneakers, sports shoes, pumps, ballet flats.

• A bright red skirt will be the accent of the whole look. Careful with accessories!

• Even with a traditional white top, it can look different - from a business and cute romantic style to a vamp lady.

• Perfect with a matching knit top in one of the check colors and simple chunky embellishments.

• A pairing for the bold urban fashionistas who set trends themselves.

• Great with trendy oversized models and rugged leather accessories, emphasis on contrast.

• The Scottish woman suits everyone, without exception. The main thing is to choose the right fabric for your color type and model, which will emphasize the dignity of your figure.

For information on how to sew a plaid skirt, see the next video.