What Is an A-Line Skirt?

The A-line skirt began to gain popularity in the early 50s of the last century, becoming a novelty of collections. Very quickly gaining the love of women and fashion designers, by the end of the decade A-line skirts "settled" on the catwalks, becoming an integral part of the closet of all fashionistas of that time.

Jacqueline Kennedy, the first lady and the main fashionista of the United States, was a fan of this style. The simple cut of this skirt can favorably emphasize the advantages of the figure and hide its shortcomings. It is all-season, the only thing that differs between winter and summer models is the fabric. In summer, light, thin textures are popular, most often natural - calico, linen, silk ; in winter - comfortable and warm, such as jersey, wool, denim, etc.

A-line skirt, or Trapeze, is one of the most popular models among all skirts. The reason for this success can be called its style - it goes for almost all women, regardless of the type of figure and occupation. Different interpretations of such a skirt can put on slim and owners of lush forms. The trapezoid model can hide wide hips, lengthen the legs, and make the waist more slender. The correct selection of an A-shaped model must take into account your complexion, and the fabric from which the skirt will be sewn, as well as keep in mind the situations when it is appropriate for you to wear this skirt. Girls of low height with a type of figure "triangle" perfectly suited to trapeze straight cut to the knee, which does not emphasize the hips and emphasizes the waist. Do not forget that the length of the skirt should not exceed the half circumference of the hips. High and slender to a face will be short skirts in which you can boast of your figure - the length and bulkiness of the style they absolutely do not need. But for those who have unconventional body proportions, an A-line skirt will be just a salvation - if you play with the height of the fit at the waist, you can very favorably present your body to others.

Undoubtedly, the A-line skirt is a favorite among puffy-breasted and full-bodied beauties - by highlighting the waist, it softly reduces the hips and opens the legs. In the owners of pear-shaped physiques, trapezoids can hide wide hips, making the overall appearance a little slimmer and taller. In the figure of an "inverted triangle" when wearing the A-model disappears disproportionality of the figure, and the upper part is aligned with the lower, thus in the mirror we see only the correct shape of the body. If the main problem of the girl is the lack of a waist, then the main helper of her in transforming herself will be exactly an A-line skirt. Slightly flared down the style of a midi skirt with an elevated waistline literally molds a new figure, favorably demonstrating all your, even if not brightly expressed charms.

In recent seasons, combinations of trapeze skirts with different styles of clothing become more and more common in fashion shows. In classic models, the undisputed leader is the A-line midi-length skirt in black or other dark colors. The combination with a white blouse is undeniable. To slightly diversify the grayness of working days, designers have introduced a strict dress code with interesting elements, such as, for example, the smell. In different variants, it can be rounded or rectangular in shape, with a highlighted edge or ruffles. In any case, in such clothes, you will always look stylish without going beyond the work dress code.

In everyday life outside of work, the trapeze skirt will also become indispensable. In summer variants perfectly combined with light tops and free bright T-shirts, it will highlight your personality among the crowd. On monochrome models of skirts, you can add summer prints - butterflies, flowers, waves. From accessories, you can put on bright bracelets and grab a clutch made of fabric in the tone of the shoes. The latter is selected depending on the length of the skirt - the shorter the skirt, the lower the heel. Wicker sandals will look great and in the beach version of brightly colored Vietnamese. In winter, clothes should not only please the eye but warm the cold winter. Therefore, the trapeze fits just right, as its length does not have any restrictions. A great option for a warm and cozy bow will be a floor-length trapeze skirt made of dark jersey, combined with a knitted sweater. Under the length of the skirt, you can hide warm tights, without breaking the fashionable look. From shoes well suited to lace-up boots or flat-soled boots. As a highlight, you can add a headband or bracelet with a distinct contrasting color.

An A-line skirt is an A-silhouette model, narrow at the waist and moderately flared at the bottom. It comes in different lengths and is sewn from different fabrics. In the summer version: satin, silk, batiste. In winter for sewing use more dense fabrics: denim, gabardine, wool.

Such a silhouette of skirts came to us from the last century. Inspired by ball gowns, the designer creates his legendary A-line skirt. This model was notable for its emphasis on a slim waist and soft flared bottom. This style quickly caught the fancy of the ladies and soon spread all over the world. The trapezoidal skirt was created quite by accident, literally from a simple piece of fabric wrapped around the waist. In the 40s and 50s of the last century, young ladies began to wear skirts of this style. Since that time, trapeze has gone through several evolutions and it mainly concerned the length. At the moment, such skirts are at the peak of popularity, especially the length of -mini and -midi.

The classic A-line skirt was introduced into fashion designers' collections in the 1950s. Nowadays it is a staple in the closet of women of all ages and builds. It can be made of a variety of materials: from light cotton to winter drapes of various colors. Let's consider what is effective for wearing a trapeze skirt, and how to choose stylish accessories for it.

Skirt style is characterized by a simple cut, its incredible popularity is because it well hides the shortcomings of the figure, and emphasizes female advantages. For slender and tall girls, you can choose mini-skirts, that show legs. For the rest of the winning look knee length, midi, or maxi. For summer bright light fabrics: linen, silk, or calico, and in winter dense - wool, jersey, or denim. Skirt A-silhouette or in the form of a trapeze is equally suitable for lush or slender shapes, tall and small. But you should take into account the length of the skirt and the width of the model. So the product will hide wide hips, effectively lengthen legs, and give slimness. Universal skirts can be worn in any style and situation. For full-figured ladies, it is a great solution, but here the main thing is the right length and a small flare. It is better to choose up to the middle of the shin or even lower. An exaggerated waist will elongate the silhouette, and vertical patterns will give a greater effect of slenderness. Midi skirts (maxi) in a plaid puffy ladies better choose discreet colors, the pattern is better not too large, but not small. For the office or a celebration should competently choose the main color of the skirt, adding only details. In women with narrow hips - this is also a godsend, balancing the shoulders or a large chest. By increasing the length of the product, the silhouette is visually elongated. You can also choose voluminous patterns or horizontal stripes.

The ideal image for a business meeting and work in the office - black A-line skirt with a white or light blouse without print. It can be delicate colors: pink, blue, light green, pale yellow, or lilac. In winter, you need to choose warming products, but also pleasing to the eye. There are no restrictions on length. Blue, green, and purple A-line skirts made of wool or knitwear will be perfectly combined with cozy knitted sweaters (sweaters, sweatshirts). Large voluminous patterns are in trend.

The basic accessories for an A-line skirt are tights and shoes suitable for the season. Select tights in spring (fall) in the tone of the skirt, you can stick to neutral shades (gray-beige, as well as brown). The opposite bright colors are in trend. So the skirt can be beige, and boots with tights - red. It can be lilac: a skirt and tights with gray shoes and a bag. It can be lilac: a skirt and tights with gray shoes and a bag. The belt should be in the tone of the skirt or top, you can pick up a belt in a neutral range. So in the business classic image with a white blouse and black skirt strap is better to choose white, gray-black, or beige. It is easy to revitalize the look with a red or blue belt, shoes, and handbag.