Features of the a-line dress
The name “trapeze” defines only the silhouette of the dress - a narrow top and a flared bottom (the flare can start from the shoulders or from the chest), and the style can be different: depending on the length, the shape of the neckline, and the cut of the sleeve. Therefore, such a dress, made of light or thick fabric, can become the basis of any look, both summer and autumn and winter wardrobe.
Although wearing a belt with an A-line dress is taboo for many, it is actually considered an acceptable accessory for a number of styles.
Let's start creating images with an a-line dress.
Summer elegant options.
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Summer elegant options.
Model history
The trapeze dress gained its popularity with the light hand of Yves Saint Laurent back in the 60s of the last century. The famous couturier was then just beginning his triumphant march along the world's catwalks, being the head of the already revered fashion house of Christian Dior at that time.
In the classic solution, the dress had a midi length, that is, to the knee. By the 70s, mini-length dresses became very popular.
In the photo you can see such style icons of those years as Brigitte Bardot and Sophia Loren wearing an a-line dress.
Beach look
An airy trapeze dress of any length with bright prints is a welcome guest of the beach season.
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Decorations
If you want to shine in jewelry even by the sea, take a closer look at the ethnic style and natural materials: wood, shells, glass. It is better not to wear expensive jewelry to the beach, as there is a high chance of losing it.
Turquoise jewelry and turquoise sea.
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Turquoise jewelry and turquoise sea.
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Headdress
A straw hat or Panama hat is a favorite summer accessory. It's better if they match the color of the dress, but white and beige are universal colors for summer hats. Small, fragile girls wear small hats, large girls wear wide-brimmed hats.
Romantic beach hat.
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Romantic beach hat.
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Strap
For a beach dress made of thin fabric, you can wear a thin strap or tie a long scarf.
With this style, the strap looks appropriate.
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With this style, the strap looks appropriate.
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Shoes
Choose wedge sandals for short dresses; on a flat sole - for a long one. Or wear your best beach shoes: flip flops.
Fun sole.
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Fun sole.
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Bag
A bulk bag, made of fabric or straw, plain or with a pattern, will become a bright accent of a summer look.
This bag will suit any style of dress.
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This bag will suit any style of dress.
Appearance of curvy girls
Probably, many remember the Egyptian pyramids from school; their geometric shape is exactly reminiscent of a trapezoid - a narrowed top with a rather widened bottom, that is, this is a completely loose dress, not tightened either at the waist or anywhere else. The appearance is very ordinary, without any complex cut designs, with a set-in sleeve or raglan sleeve.
But on hot summer days, you can wear a dress with no sleeves at all, or slightly lowered along the shoulders; in the forehead version, the girl will look simply charming.
But from a casual and everyday outfit, you can turn it into an evening version in a matter of minutes if you successfully select the right accessories and jewelry.
In the video there is a trapeze dress for plus size people:
Since the early 60s, it has not left fashion shows, and each fashion designer tries to add his own small detail or zest to it so that it fully meets the latest trends and trends in fashion trends.
Summer casual
Summer dresses with a-line silhouette are usually found in the following options:
- from light fabrics with various patterns - mini and maxi;
- knitted plain;
- shirt dresses.
Prints of summer models are usually floral. You can often find plain options with patch pockets.
Coquettes are especially fond of dresses with an a-line silhouette with open shoulders, flounces and an American armhole, and also love dresses with an asymmetrical bottom or top.
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Decorations
Place your bet on jewelry made from natural materials or plastic, large or modest in size. Both bright and pastel colors will harmoniously fit into the image. If your dress has a round neckline, read on for tips on choosing jewelry to match it.
Large earrings are a sophisticated idea for an asymmetrical neckline.
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Large earrings are a sophisticated idea for an asymmetrical neckline.
On shoulders
Sleeveless dresses seem to be specially created to be worn with ballerinas. It can be replaced with a light cardigan, and for some models a shirt is also suitable.
A white lace dress and a denim vest is a combination that still leaves few people indifferent.
A khaki shirt dilutes the romance of the look.
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A khaki shirt dilutes the romance of the look.
Shorts or leggings
A minidress can be worn as a tunic with shorts or leggings. This solution is best suited for dresses with no decor and not very flared.
Pink and white delicate ensemble.
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Pink and white delicate ensemble.
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Strap
If the fabric of the outfit drapes well, pair it with an elegant strap. Whether the option will be successful or not is difficult to say. Rely on your taste.
A beige strap will match a dress of any color.
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A beige strap will match a dress of any color.
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Shoes
A variety of shoes will go with this dress: sandals with heels, wedges, or platforms for minis, flat soles for maxis, sneakers for a sporty-style dress. If you are a fan of bold looks, you can wear summer gladiator boots or ankle boots with a short A-line dress.
Wedge sandals.
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Wedge sandals.
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Headdress
A knitted dress in a sporty style and a shirt dress can be complemented with a cap. In other cases, give preference to hats and panama hats. Elegant options: tie a scarf or wear a romantic headband.
If your dress has several colors, it is better if they are repeated in the patterns of the headdress.
A scarf on the head adds playfulness to the look.
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A scarf on the head adds playfulness to the look.
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Bag
The bag is fabric or leather, with fringe or embroidery, with a short or long strap, of various shapes and sizes - the choice is huge. A sporty dress or shirtdress can also be worn with a backpack.
Cobalt dress with black formal accessories.
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Cobalt dress with black formal accessories.
Varieties
There are several types of such clothing.
Length
The length is selected according to the figure.
Floor length
Floor length is an option for an evening dress or creating a safari and casual look (if the appropriate colors and materials are selected). Particular attention is paid to shoes, as the ankle length draws attention to them. Bright ballet flats, wedge sandals, and woven sandals are suitable.
Midi
A classic version, the dress ends near the knee. The style is created in such a way that this particular length demonstrates the correct proportions of the figure, even if they are not ideal. Fits into any look: business, office, romantic, everyday.
A short
A mini dress is chosen by those who can boast of slender and thin legs. But in this case, the top of the clothing is chosen to be as closed as possible, so as not to seem too revealing.
Season
The choice of model is also influenced by the season.
Summer
Summer trapezoidal dresses are made of cotton and linen. Even if these materials do not always retain their shape well and may wrinkle, the girl feels comfortable in them. The fabrics allow air to pass through, and the loose and flowing silhouette will prevent you from sweating.
Spring/autumn
Spring and autumn options are made from knitwear, denim, and cashmere. The dense fabric holds its shape well and is easy to care for. A-line dresses are replacing straight-cut office clothes, sundresses with blouses or turtlenecks. The image fits within the dress code, but it becomes more romantic and feminine.
Winter
An a-line dress is also suitable for winter; it is made of high-quality wool, thick knitwear, and cashmere. It goes great with leggings and tights. At the same time, if you choose underwear to match the shoes, you create an unsurpassed and thoughtful look.
Sleeve type
There are several types of sleeves.
Long
Long sleeves are non-standard in appearance. Due to the tapered cut at the shoulders, they are also quite narrow. But then there is an expansion to the brushes. But there are also options with completely narrowed sleeves. It looks beautiful if the length of the dress is mini.
3/4
Versatile length, suitable for office environments and everyday life. Can be worn in any weather.
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Short
Short sleeves in a trapeze dress are a loose concept. It can reach up to the elbow or barely exceed 5 centimeters. Short sleeves are suitable for informal meetings. If the sleeves are lanterns, then it replaces a romantic dress for a date.
Without sleeves
A classic, but the hangers can be either large or very narrow. This season, variations are popular when the collar surrounds the neck like a necklace, but there are no sleeves. In a dress, the trapezoid of the collar often becomes the main highlight of the image, so it is decorated in every possible way (prints, rhinestones, beads).
Popular colors
Choose one of the popular flowers of the season.
White
Creates a feeling of brevity, aristocracy and simplicity. Choose either as a cocktail dress or as the basis for creating a casual look.
Red
This option cannot be called overly sexy and open, but it attracts the gaze of others.
The image is romantic, but not vulgar and not provocative thanks to the cut.
Black
A change from the classic little black dress. It will come to the rescue if you are planning a date, but you don’t want to “invent a wheel.” It will also replace office attire, because it fits perfectly into the dress code.
Blue
Noble and dark shades are suitable for work environments. Bright, blue-black, rich ones will decorate a brunette on a romantic date.
Pink
Creates a flirty look for summer. Great for blue-eyed blondes.
Yellow
The best choice for summer. Creates a playful mood and attracts attention.
Blue
Both long and short models look advantageous.
Rich blue is for brunettes, light as the sky is optimal for natural blondes.
Green
Green is the choice of young ladies with brown and red hair. Combines with white, red, brown, orange.
Burgundy
An elegant option for creating an office or romantic look. Knee length is the choice of women over 30 years old.
In a cage
A classic dress model that was seen on fashion shows back in the 60s. Allows you to create a retro style.
Textile
They sew a wardrobe item from different materials.
Knitwear
Knitwear is suitable for spring and autumn. It is light, but warms well enough. Often models are equipped with large collars with collars.
Wool
Wool clothes are the choice for cold winters. One hundred percent natural wool will warm you and prevent you from getting sick. But if a woman is allergic, then attention should be paid to other equally warm fabrics - flannelette, cashmere, mohair.
Chiffon
Chiffon dresses are weightless and form a feminine and flowing silhouette. Suitable for hot weather, as chiffon has the property of cooling the skin.
From staple
The staple is inexpensive and practical. Similar to natural cotton, but more practical to care for. Doesn't shed and has good air permeability.
Guipure
Both the entire dress and its individual parts are made from guipure. A guipure ribbon on a satin trapezoidal dress or a guipure collar will complement the romantic look.
Lace
Lace clothing is the trend of the season. Combine with other fabrics to prevent clothes from showing through. Lace options are used as cocktail dresses.
Linen
Natural linen, excellent air permeability, cools the skin, and is pleasant to the touch. But despite the advantages, it wrinkles, so a linen dress is not suitable as office wear.
Business
A-line dresses for the office are made from thick fabrics with a minimum of decor. Usually plain or with a traditional pattern: check, stripe, houndstooth. Often there are models made of combined fabric.
The length of the a-line dress is midi, but sometimes it can be close to mini. A dress for work can be with short, ¾ or long sleeves.
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Black and white classic.
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Black and white classic.
Bijouterie
If the dress is plain and without additional trim, you can wear a small brooch or string of beads. If the dress is decorated or printed, limit yourself to a thin chain and stud earrings.
An elegant chain is a universal decoration.
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An elegant chain is a universal decoration.
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Neck jewelry
Often dresses of a similar silhouette for the office already have a round collar. If this is not your case, then a small scarf or decorative collar will help liven up the round neckline. These options work especially well with plain, simple-cut dresses.
A scarf in pastel shades is a stylish accent for a gray dress.
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A scarf in pastel shades is a stylish accent for a gray dress.
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For warmth
A not very long cardigan can be a good addition to a dress, but its choice should not be taken lightly. After trying on a cardigan, evaluate your reflection - if it makes you happy, you can safely go to the office. To create a more feminine look, throw on a beautiful shawl or stole.
A laconic combination of beige and gray.
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A laconic combination of beige and gray.
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Outerwear
Coats of the same cut look perfect with an a-line dress. Length may vary.
Gray coat with short sleeves.
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Gray coat with short sleeves.
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Shoes
Depending on the weather, these can be shoes (pumps, stilettos), low shoes or boots with heels or wedges.
Low shoes with high heels.
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Low shoes with high heels.
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Bag
Business style prefers laconic models of good quality, rectangular in shape or “bag”.
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A modest sized office bag.
Current colors and prints
Colors: black, white, pink, gray, green, beige, blue, red, blue.
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Casual off-season
A warm a-line dress for spring or autumn can be made of thick fabric, knitwear or knitted with long or short sleeves.
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Idea for a stylish look with beige accessories.
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Idea for a stylish look with beige accessories.
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Neck jewelry
Overhead collars - turn-down or stand-up - will add zest to a laconic dress. Also try on neckerchiefs and stoles that match the dress or contrast with it. When it comes to jewelry, choose large, bright pieces.
Pendant on a long chain.
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Pendant on a long chain.
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For warmth
If the model is not very voluminous, you can wear a cardigan or a short blouse.
You can also experiment with a snood (read what it is and what to wear it with).
Simple cut cardigan.
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Simple cut cardigan.
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Strap
If the dress is not very flared, you can decorate it with a thin strap.
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This dress can be diversified with a strap.
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Outerwear
A coat or raincoat also with an a-line silhouette is ideal for a dress of this cut.
“A truly autumnal” creation.
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“A truly autumnal” creation.
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Bag
Choose a size, color and style of bag that matches your look. The only limitation is sports bags.
Convenient roomy bag.
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Convenient roomy bag.
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Shoes
You can wear a variety of models with a business dress: from ballet flats to high boots. The choice depends on the weather and personal preferences. A short A-line dress looks great with stocking boots or ankle boots.
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These boots are both beautiful and warm.
Interesting options
The most interesting options for the trapezoid are noted.
Fitted
Beautiful a-line dresses do not expand immediately from the chest line, but neatly fit the waist. The model is suitable for everyone except girls with an apple body type. In this case, the clothes are belted, but the strap is thin and not very tight.
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On the yoke
The gathering is located in the neck area, under the bust or on the straps. The yoke effectively hides figure flaws.
With a flounce at the bottom
The flounce at the bottom turns a dress of an already classic silhouette into a cute little thing, relaxed and cheerful. If the dress is short, it will be an excellent option for young girls for every day, if it is long, it will be the highlight of an evening look.
With a collar
The collar visually enlarges the chest, the stand lengthens the neck. And if you choose a small lace collar, it will add a touch of romanticism even to a formal office look.
With cut-off back
From the front it looks like a standard A-line dress, but there is an opening at the back. At the same time, it can either open only the area between the shoulder blades or almost expose the entire back.
Warm
A warm dress is made at least to the knees, with a collar, and long sleeves. It looks fresh and sophisticated and goes well with warm leggings and tights.
To the party
For special occasions, choose an a-line dress made of noble fabrics. The length depends on the event.
These dresses look luxurious with a neckline or an open back. Also a popular style for parties is the A-line silhouette with an American armhole.
Decorative finishing can include embroidery with sequins or beads, lace or guipure inserts.
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Elegant dress with lace decor.
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Decorations
Choose noble metals. If the dress is plain and without additional decoration, you can wear long earrings, a large necklace or brooch. Richly decorated detachable collars go well with a laconic dress with a round neck.
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Star decorations attract attention.
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Bag
A miniature handbag with a thin strap or clutch is a great addition to an evening outfit.
Bow in pastel colors.
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Bow in pastel colors.
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Strap
It can only be appropriate if the fabric is light.
Airy chiffon dresses.
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Airy chiffon dresses.
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Shoes
Graceful sandals, pumps, stilettos or stilettos are perfect for going out.
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Original stylish sandals.
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Headdress
Choose a headdress depending on the event.
Victoria in a dark blue dress and a flirty hat.
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Victoria in a dark blue dress and a flirty hat.
What models are in fashion now?
A-line dresses suit almost all girls, regardless of body type. The fair sex loves this cut for its convenience and versatility. Pregnant girls, as well as ladies with non-ideal shapes, especially love breast-free products.
Initially, the cut of such outfits had only 3 types:
- Trapezoidal - classic cut, narrow at the shoulders and diverging towards the bottom from the armpits;
- Wide - a flared product from the shoulders to the hem or a “tent dress”;
- Straight - does not hug the figure, but does not expand either.
Over the years, the classic style has undergone many changes. Summer 2021 offers trapezoidal dresses for girls, distinguished by a variety of textures, materials, length, sleeve shape, and decor.
Modern styles of A-line dresses:
- With a cut-off waist – a feature is a high one (for pregnant women or girls who love maximum comfort), as well as a low transverse stripe, which can correct the proportions of the figure;
- Pleated or corrugated - small folds will add romance to the image; such outfits are made from light materials: thin cotton, silk or chiffon;
- With open shoulders - models have different lengths from ultra-mini to floor-length dresses. All styles are distinguished by an open shoulder area; this option is not suitable only for ladies with an “inverted triangle” figure type;
- Asymmetrical - a style characterized by an elongated hem and a shortened front part of the product; dresses with an asymmetrical hem have different lengths and sleeve cuts;
- With an open back, a sexy, trendy outfit will highlight the graceful curves of your back; a long A-line dress would be a great option for the evening.
Asymmetrical
Pleated Open shoulders Seamed waist Open back
Fashion trends allow you to wear trapezoidal outfits of completely different lengths. They all look good on girls. The choice depends only on individual preferences:
- Maxi is a floor length option, usually made of lightweight fabrics. Such a-line dresses are convenient for summer; they are well suited for work, walks or social events;
- Midi is an essential attribute of a casual or office wardrobe; an a-line dress of this length, with a bare back or an asymmetrical hem, is a must have this season;
- Mini cut for young and daring girls, short a-line dresses can be worn with any shoes: from sneakers to stilettos.
The sleeve length of A-line dresses for the 2021 season can also be different:
- Long sleeve - typical for products of the autumn-winter season, it will hide the fullness of the arms and also warm you up during the cold period;
- With ¾ sleeves – a classic model for the spring-autumn season, with a boat neckline. The short sleeve reveals a graceful feminine wrist. Made from denser material, holds its shape well;
- Short sleeves – popular models with raglan, lantern, and classic set-in sleeves, reveal beautiful women’s arms and add sophistication to the image;
- Sleeveless is an elegant summer outfit for girls who want to emphasize their fragile shoulders and neck. The most famous styles of sleeveless a-line dresses: sundress, American, off-shoulder, boho.
A-line dress can be worn all year round. If the girl has already decided on the length, style and shape of the sleeve, she should consider fabric options:
- Chiffon dress - this texture will add lightness, romance and femininity. Doesn't overload the look, ideal for hot weather. A trapeze sundress, suitable for going out and everyday wear;
- Made from lace - openwork fabric always looks festive. Such outfits should not be overloaded with unnecessary accessories. Midi and maxi length models with a shortened lining look especially impressive;
- Denim ones keep their shape well, are laconic and practical. Do not require additional decorations, suitable for any time of year;
- Made from knitwear - such trapeze-shaped dresses have a dense texture, are indispensable in the autumn-winter period, and are distinguished by their laconic design and comfort;
- Linen or cotton - breathable fabric will make you feel confident. Suitable for everyday wear and for romantic occasions;
- Knitted – there are many knitting options. Such trapezoidal dresses always look self-sufficient and cozy. They are not only suitable for winter. Crochet outfits made from cotton yarn are good for summer and will highlight your individuality.
Color and decor options:
- With patterns - the theme can be different: ethno-style, floral print, polka dots, longitudinal or transverse stripes, checkered patterns, geometric shapes;
- Ombre is a transition of several colors in one product. Such outfits look fabulously beautiful; evening dresses of this color do not require additional decorations;
- Plain colors are a classic, win-win option. Monochrome outfits in bright or nude colors are a must-have for any woman’s wardrobe;
- With lace - in such models, the product is not entirely made of lace, but is equipped with guipure inserts or ruffles;
- With flounces on the shoulders - stylish dresses that have not lost popularity among fashionistas for the second season. The design is distinguished by wide flounces with elastic, which emphasize fragile shoulders and visually enlarge the chest;
- With a frill at the bottom - well suited for girls with long legs, because such details always attract attention.
The choice is so varied that all representatives of the fair sex will be able to choose the perfect dress.
Frill Ombre Patterns
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