Clothing style - a stamp on a white envelope, which gives the first impression of us. Of course, it is very important to be able to navigate the map of modern clothing styles and choose the right option for the situation. And if we more or less imagine what “romance”, sports and business styles are, then all sorts of “grange” and “casual” are still a mystery.
The "compass" will help you figure it out - a list of popular styles with explanations and comments.
Avant-garde
Style on the verge of fashion and art, a combination of incongruous, "fashion in fashion." And all this shocking tasteful, it amazes, but not annoying.
The avant-garde is characterized by bright shades, neon and "cosmic shine", the use of fabrics of different textures: chintz and velvet, wool and satin, as well as lace frills on fur shorts. All this can be thickly seasoned with feathers of marvelous birds, trimmed with oilcloth, rare python skin or overseas palm leaves.
For clothes "with a freak" you need the same shoes: a triangular or concave heel (or even three heels on one shoe at once), an unusual shape (a ball or a pyramid, for example) and materials.
Accessories made of wood, metal are typical, buttons are often used, and on the head there is an iron hat, a hornet's nest or just a crown ... However, you can do without a headdress: “in the forefront” are high voluminous hairstyles.
In principle, features of any style are used, but the avant-garde seems to parody them, inflate them to unimaginable sizes, give them a new cut. This stylish means kitsch, you need to deftly balance on the verge of chic and bad taste.
Outstanding representatives of the avant-garde are Vivienne Westwood, John Galliano, the late Alexander Makuin, Alexey Zalevsky.
Of course, it is difficult to imagine a lady in an avant-garde dress at work, but a carnival, a party - the very thing! Fortunately, there are many holidays ahead - there is a place for fantasies to roam.
Bohemia (Boho-chic)
Bohemian style combines practicality with originality. "Bohemia" - they say about creative people, artists, musicians, actors. This means that you need to be creative in creating a bohemian image.
The style was formed as a protest to the bigots, therefore it includes the "revolutionary" ideas of the past: trousers and short hairstyles for women, gypsy skirts, unisex clothes and even hippie floral designs.
Christian Dior was an admirer of "bohemia"; elements of this style are actively used in his famous collection "NewLook".
Different things are combined here, but not for the sake of the oohs of others, but for the convenience of a person: a shirt in a small flower with frayed jeans, a wide flowered skirt, a bright knitted sweater with buttons. Another sign of style is a long straight dress, solid or in a small pattern.
On your feet you can put on comfortable high boots "without bells and whistles", colorful sneakers, in the summer - comfortable leather sandals.
You will need a lot of accessories. It welcomes the actual hand-made today: baubles, beaded necklaces, felted earrings. Wooden "amulets" and feather ornaments are also suitable.
The hairstyle is simple: a slight mess, a ponytail or a sleek bobby short.
This style is hardly suitable for employees of serious companies, but in the movies, on a walk, on a date or on a picnic, a bohemian outfit will allow you to be bright "without bothering", with comfort and convenience.
Vintage
The name of this style is of the most noble origin: the French call "vintage" wines over 10 years of aging. Hence the essence of the style: outfits that have been "insisted" in chests for 20, 30 and more years. Some fashion historians generally consider vintage clothing to be over 50 years old, everything else is just retro!
Of course, it is difficult to get such rarities, so neo-vintage has appeared, which simply copies the popular models of past decades. Here the “well forgotten old” is embodied in new materials and colors, while the “original source” is clearly visible, for example, in cut.
Vintage requires more than just “old clothes”: a dress or trousers should “scream” about the era in which they were created: characteristic ruffles, embroidery, original buttons and other “special signs” are very important.
It is difficult to find vintage clothing of the right size, suitable cut, so use more versatile items: brooches, hairpins, jewelry. By the way, the beret is a characteristic "vintage" headdress. For this alongside, pick up comfortable shoes, such as boats, boots without "frills" and abundant jewelry.
If you nevertheless decide to go to a flea market in search of rare dresses, take clothes one size larger: the thing may have to be restored, the tailor should have a "stock" of material.
Glamor
Probably, this style suffered the most from the creativity of Slavic women. Now the majority of "glamor" is associated with something pink, with feathers and rhinestones, terribly vulgar. In fact, this style of parties and discos is bright, flashy, but harmonious in its own way.
Lovers of glamor recognize only fashionable things and carefully take care of themselves: perfect manicure, healthy tan, long hair, a toned figure.
Today, a popular offshoot of this style is casual glamor. A simple example is straight dark jeans and a bright sequin top.
In general, the "classic" glamor is brilliant in favor, because its goal is to attract attention. This includes patent leather accessories, "gold" and "silver" inserts in clothes, long shiny gloves. All this can be covered with a layer of thick fur. If you can't afford your own sables, artificial ones will do, only they should be flashy, acid colors. Have a small purse in your hand. Shoes, of course, high heels.
In the hairstyle, the emphasis is on thick, well-groomed, ideally, very long hair. You can simply loosen your curls or tie a high ponytail.
Glamor is very relevant at noisy parties in clubs, “everyday glamor” is the thing if you need to go to a party after work. The main rule: you should dazzle, not a billion sequins on your suit, so remember about the sense of proportion.
G rank (Grunge)
In American, "grunge" means "unkempt". The style is predominantly youthful, initially symbolizing spitting on the boring rules of the "adult world".
The "proletarians" of the fashion world ridicule the pathos and chic of the snobs and the bourgeoisie. They do it in old rumpled jeans, faded shirts and wrinkled jackets. This style is close to bohemian, but more daring and youthful. Here, convenience is also appreciated, combinations of different textures are welcomed: silk and chiffon, wool and velvet. Second-hand clothes - great! The main thing is no boring.
Preference for natural materials, bulky metal jewelry. Clothes in grunge style look worn, stretched, sweaters have loops and tights have holes.
Comfortable shoes: sneakers and ballet flats, stable boots with thick heels.
On the head there is a creative mess, disheveled hair, a shaggy "muzzle". The hairstyle should be simple, at least visually.
The grunge designer Marc Jacobs was the first to "curb" the style, Alexander Makuin often turned to the style. From widely available brands "Zara" sews grunge clothes.
"Grunge" is closer to young and daring, but metal earrings in this style will diversify the wardrobe of a mature woman.
Classic (Classic)
The basis of the foundations, classic out-of-fashion style. The key word is stability, everything here is sustained and restrained.
Sometimes "classics" are called "English style". "Coco Chanel style" implies the same thing, so everyone knows the black dress from this "opera".
Straight lines are the main feature of a classic suit. To maintain this straightness, dense natural fabrics are needed. The colors are calm, muted and no "pictures" and prints, the maximum is a thin strip.
It is important that the clothes fit well to the figure, there should be a minimum of folds. Cut "to the waist" is allowed, but clothes should not be tight. The length of skirts and dresses is from knee to ankle, ascetic midi.
Shoes - stable "pumps", shoes - "Oxfords" (similar to men, with lacing), are now very fashionable.
There should be few adornments, but let them be of high quality: a simple signet ring, a thin gold chain, the notorious string of pearls.
However, accessories, like shoes, are the “points” where you can express your individuality. Fashionable interesting handbags or earrings, an unusual-shaped heel are allowed. But still, these details should be in harmony with the rest of the wardrobe: avoid acid colors and very large jewelry.
The reference hairstyle is a square to the shoulders. Long hair is woven into a braid or an elegant bun, short hair is simply combed into an even part.
The modern business "business" style is based on the classics. So bank employees, various managers, teachers and administrators need to know these rules. As well as having a couple of toilets in this style.
Country
Country or "Provence" - "fashionable village". Here we see simplicity, softness of lines, and at the same time originality and originality.
The style was inspired by American cowboys. Shades of brown and red are in favor. Natural materials: leather, suede, cotton, linen. "Symbol of style" - jeans and a shirt in a cage.
Shoes are extremely comfortable, preferably made of leather and with fringes, but modest ballet flats, soft boots with stable heels are also quite suitable.
Of the accessories, bright cotton scarves around the neck are relevant today; in the summer, a wide straw hat will come in handy. And more metal: rivets, chains, zippers.
There are simple knots or a tail on the head, you can just let your hair down.
Comfortable "country" for every day - plain flared jeans, around the neck - a bright cotton scarf, simple and stylish. As you can see, the village has taken root in the everyday wardrobe of the townspeople.
Casual
The word "casual" in translation from English means "everyday". This style is a descendant of the previous one, as it is an adaptation of village outfits by residents of megalopolises. Convenient, beautiful, democratic - the main features of the style. These are clothes for young and old, students and pensioners, workaholics and loafers. Simplicity of lines, soft materials, calm colors, comfortable cut - all this is casual.
Classic set: knitted jumper, dark jeans and moccasins, a string of large beads around the neck.
It is based on simple everyday clothes, such as trousers, jeans, turtlenecks, soft jackets, and knitted dresses that are currently relevant. If you unbutton a couple of buttons in a "business" shirt, you will also get casual.
On your feet, in addition to the above-mentioned moccasins, you can put on comfortable pumps.
Accessories - bijouterie, large beads, bracelets, bright but solid. Take a simple, leather, medium-sized bag - it fits everything and is comfortable to carry.
However, the casual is not so simple. Now there are many varieties of style, the most popular are sports casual and smart casual. The latter is characterized by the use of one bright detail on a simple democratic background, for example, soft plain trousers with a catchy blouse or an elegant jacket of “delicious” berry shades.
"Casual" is very versatile and popular today, which is not surprising: it is convenient and easy to conquer new peaks with it.
Military
Many ladies of different generations dream of a "man in uniform", but what about a "woman in uniform"? Fashion takes a lot from the modest wardrobe of the military ...
Khaki, coarse fabrics, a jacket, a military beret, breeches and ankle boots - here's a military girl for you.
This style uses natural materials like cotton and linen, colors - green, brown, khaki. Leather coats are also military.
There should be a minimum of accessories, metal is preferred. On the shoulder - a simple leather bag, you can briefcase.
The hairstyle is laconic, neat: a high ponytail, a tight braid, all hair to the hair, strictly according to the charter!
The style is rather youthful, but older ladies can try on variations of the military overcoat that are popular today. The discreet military will fit at work in the office - clothes of this style are distinguished by simplicity and convenience.
Continuing the theme of the formidable and graceful, let us mention the style of fearless explorers of Africa.
The colors are discreet: muted green and brown, the same khaki. Of the materials, preference is given to linen and cotton, matte leather.
Convenience of a cut is of great importance. Classic safari suit - long jacket with short sleeves and shorts with cuffs. In the cold season, comfortable and non-marking trousers or a skirt of natural sandy, marsh shades will come in handy. "Safari" goes well with knitwear - very comfortable in autumn or winter. Another "trick" of the style is a jacket with patch pockets, which will suit women of different sizes. In general, the abundance of pockets, as well as the presence of a "beard" - fringe are important signs of style.
On the feet are simple comfortable shoes of natural colors. A stable heel is allowed, sandals with straps are useful for the summer.
The main accessory is a rough leather belt. Wooden beads are used, you can wear fancy jewelry made of teeth and bones (if you can get it by the teeth, of course). And let a bag of brown leather for trophies in the form of bargains hang over your shoulder.
Safari is softer than military. If clothing a la soldier is the prerogative of young people, then this style is more versatile and no less comfortable. So get ready to hunt for the joys of life!
Ethno (Ethnic)
Embroidery is ethno, Indian headscarf is ethno, a sweater with a "Scandinavian" pattern is also ethno! Ethnic or folklore style is a strong union of folk wisdom and modern fashion.
Natural materials are in the trump card, but which ones depend on geography. The Finns will have wool, and the Slavs will have flax and cotton. Natural colors, no chemicals! But if you dye clothes, then only in juicy bright shades, like red or yellow. All this is abundantly decorated with embroidery, usually on the hem and cuffs.
Shoes are simple and comfortable, "universal", something neutral colors, without outrageous and avant-garde (however, you can surprise your friends with bast shoes).
Jewelry is preferred in metal and wood, large and bright.
Ethnic style is suitable for both work and home. But, naturally, the serious business woman or therapist would be better off avoiding harsh colors and lavish jewelry.
By the way, in winter one of the varieties of "ethno" - "Norwegian style" is especially relevant. It is characterized by conciseness, restraint, cold colors, geometric patterns or "deer". Popular materials are wool, cotton.
Jewelry is preferred in silver. Natural shoes, leather boots or fur boots, and warm knitted mittens for hands. Winter is beautiful and fun!
There are a huge number of clothing styles. It is foolish to stop the choice on one thing: feel free to mix and experiment. Clothes, first of all, emphasize the individuality of the wearer, give him self-confidence and a sense of comfort. This is only in the alphabet "I" - the last letter, when choosing a wardrobe, your "I" - in the first place!
Text: Just Maria
Style and fashion are completely different concepts. A person who follows and dresses in accordance with fashion trends during his life can visit different images, since fashion, in accordance with the laws of the genre, is forced to switch accents from one direction to another, so as not to bore its fans. Today, a woman may look like an Empire-style Greek goddess, and next season like a nun, dressed in and covered from head to toe. But there are people who remain adherents of only one style throughout their lives, and it is he who reflects their attitude to reality. Each style has its own beginning, its own history of origin and development. Exist classification of modern clothing styles, which helps to navigate in all their diversity.
Style is a figurative solution of a costume, using elements that are distinguished by artistic and plastic homogeneity.
Throughout the history of fashion, some styles have evolved over the centuries and rarely changed. In contrast to them, today the style in its pure form is not often found. Currently, there are five traditional styles of costume:
- classic style
Romantic styles include:
Sport style
Finally, this style was established among the population in the 20th century. This is a time of active technical progress and the massive popularity of various sports among men and women. It is beautiful and comfortable. Clothing is designed to ensure the comfort of a person while moving and at the same time to emphasize the slimness and sportiness of the figure.
Today he has a great influence on other styles. So a business suit with the help of certain details can become a little sporty. The main decorative details are: zippers, caps, metal buttons or buttons, shoulder straps, patches, finishing stitches and other elements. the most diverse: from bright color combinations to pastel, delicate tones. With the development of light industry, more and more new fabrics constantly appear, which are primarily used in sportswear.
Sports style today is one of the universal styles, elements of which can be used both in casual wear, tourist travel, and in a smart outfit. It is included in the wardrobe of people of different ages - from children to adults. Shoes related to this style are very diverse: sneakers, slip-ons, as well as specialized shoes for sports.
Sports style consists of many macro styles:
Lovers of eclecticism are distinguished by their love of freedom, an informal attitude to clothing and ideas about fashion. As a rule, these are people of creative professions, free from certain frameworks and attitudes, who are able to combine sometimes incompatible things.
The eclectic style includes:
- casual style
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Style is everything
Stylistics is the selection of an individual style for each person. What is style? This is a reflection of the internal state, the attitude of the individual, expressed in external forms. And if the internal and external harmoniously correlate, then we can say that a person has found his own style.
Style is shaped by clothing, makeup, manners and tastes. It is quite difficult to find your own style on your own. A competent stylist-image maker does it professionally. He unmistakably identifies landmarks, based on which he creates an ideal image of a particular person. And the stylist takes into account such factors in his work as the color type, the features of the figure, the type of human activity and even the place where he lives - in a metropolis or a small town. Based on these many factors, the stylist gives recommendations on choosing a hairstyle, type of make-up, what clothes should be chosen in order to emphasize all the advantages, hide possible flaws and show your inner "I" as fully as possible.
Our salon employs professional stylists who will advise you on all existing styles (they will be discussed in this article as well), and will also help you find the image that deserves to be called your individual style.
A quick reference to styles
It is better to start choosing your style not with the purchase of fashionable clothes from different brands, not with experiments with your hair and makeup, but with an understanding look, directed inward. To be stylish, you need to realize your individuality, uniqueness, dissimilarity from others. Love yourself and joyfully carry your image into the world. A person who is self-confident, self-sufficient, disposes of those around him with his individuality. This is especially true for women. Therefore, professionals advise: first: love yourself, and second: contact the specialists. With them, you can try on a series of images and stay on the best. You will avoid typical mistakes, a professional look will immediately reveal the main thing and find an individually correct solution. Contact the salon stylists and you will be satisfied with your individual style.
Considering in our article the main features of the main styles, we will not talk about the origins of each of them, but dwell only on a brief description. So, among modern clothes, the following styles are distinguished:
Classic style. He does not need separate introduction. These are classic suits, dresses, but now jeans are also included in this style. The colors and patterns of such clothes are traditional: a cage and a strip, a herringbone, etc. All lines of the silhouette are strict and precise, the cut is simple and laconic.
Style "PRET-A-PORTE". Translated from French, this expression means ready-to-wear clothing (as opposed to haute couture products). It is used to denote high-quality items of mass production, of various price ranges, from items for the middle class to luxuriously expensive.
Constructive style. Elements of various styles can be used in such clothes, the main thing is the technique of focusing attention on the form of clothing (with the help of seams, decoration, cut).
Business style. When creating things in this style, fashion designers mainly work with wool, thick cotton. The cut is simple, all the lines of the silhouette are very clear. The arsenal of business-style things is great, but they all have the characteristic features of discreetness, brevity, functionality.
Walking style. As the name suggests, these are specialized walking clothes. Its purpose is to be practical. Here you can find bulky jackets, rather wide trousers, warm stockings and leggings, but shirts and jackets are also used. All this is combined to create a unique flavor.
Work clothes. Now it includes any clothes for work and rest at home, in the country, for outings in nature. These are all kinds of functional suits, sundresses, overalls. The main feature is practicality, but these things often look very stylish due to the layering and the freedom to combine.
Club style. This style echoes the sporty one, but is intended for clubs and discos, so the traditional models here have a sexier cut, and are also decorated with buttons and various elements, often in gold and silver tones. Emblems and labels are also used.
Sport style. These are clothes of bright colors: suits, T-shirts, sweaters, shorts, T-shirts. Things are sewn from jersey, elastic and other fabrics. They have many pockets and zippers. Such things today are used not only for sports, but also for city life. The image is complemented by sneakers, socks, bandages, wristbands, sports bags and backpacks, caps.
Romantic style. The purpose is to emphasize the finely organized nature. These are graceful, sophisticated things with lace, ruffles and folds. Veils and scarves are widely used. Fabrics are usually used delicate and "expensive": silk, velvet, satin. The cut is refined, mini is not welcome, everything has the character of restraint and sublimity.
Ecological style. It is characterized by fabrics without a pronounced texture, emphasized natural. The colors of ecological things can be easily found in nature: these are sand and earth, water and greenery, wood and ears. All are muted shades and always without contrasting patterns, and those patterns that exist repeat the elements of nature itself.
Country style. Combines elements of styles of different eras of inhabitants of cities and villages. Distinctive features: pastel palette (beige, soft gray, brown shades); attention to accessories (buttons and belts, stockings, fringes and trimmings); preferably textured materials (leather, wool, tweed); shoes - low rise, low heel.
Folk style. The modernized use of elements of national clothing is characteristic. The fabrics are mostly natural, the palette is natural. Various embroidery, lace and braid, lacing and other ethnic elements are widely used. The use of appliqués, as well as a variety of scarves as an accessory, is actual. The cut is loose, geometric. Long skirts and comfortable low shoes are popular.
Rustic style. This is a modern rethinking of the country or folk style, suggesting deliberate simplicity and emphasizing naturalness in the texture of the fabric, its colors, and cut. Things are sewn so that you can see how they are made: deliberately coarse knitting or rough surface, emphasized loose silhouettes.
Lumberjack style. Such a brutal name hides a fairly common style of clothing. These are things made of denim and cotton, in a characteristic blue color or in a stylish check. Finishing of cuffs, pockets, belts is welcome.
Style "Maud". Predominantly teenage clothes, characterized by emphasized neatness. Elegant Italian suits are the hallmark of the style. To represent the manifestation of the mods style, one can recall the type of clothing worn by the early Beatles.
Safari. This is a very popular style of clothing, characterized by layering, many elements such as cuffs, pockets with an abundance of rivets and tags. Adherents of this style wear hats and large bags. All things are sewn from fabrics of a beige and brown palette. Materials - linen, cotton and leather. Comfortable shoes, with thick soles, low heels.
Western style. Fringe and artistic patches, vests and scarves, various belts that complement skirts, jackets and trousers of blue and brown shades are used here. Jeans are acceptable. And high boots are a must.
Gaucho style. This style is easily identifiable. Its owner can be recognized by a poncho and a wide-brimmed hat, specially cut trousers, which have a somewhat baggy appearance. Also obligatory are leather boots, belts, from accessories - scarves. All clothes are distinguished by an abundance of appliqués and rivets, as well as other stylistic elements.
Indian style. Its marker is white cotton. This is a great style for relaxation and summer walks. Loose fit, emphasized naturalness makes such things very pleasant and functional.
East style. Or oriental style. All elements of the art of creating clothing in Japan, China, Indonesia are actively used here. Typical fabrics, colors, cut features are often rethought and get a new sound in modern clothes.
Military style. Now he is experiencing the peak of his popularity. Clothes of khaki, brown-gray shades are sewn in the manner of a military uniform. Frenchies and overcoats, blouses and shirts with shoulder straps, belts, breeches, all this is used not only for men, but also for women and looks very stylish. Heavy and tall shoes are used accordingly.
Sea style. It is easy to recognize by pleated skirts, sailor collar, characteristic "striped" colors, all kinds of combinations of blue and white shades. Red tones are also used. And also - a lot of edging and emblems. A characteristic beret becomes a stylish addition.
Derby style. Originally sportswear for racing, popularized in urban fashion. Trousers, skirts and jackets complement hats and low-cut shoes.
Denim style. One of the most common today. The signs are familiar to everyone: the characteristic double side stitching, mainly denim as the material, metal buttons and rivets. Loose fit and patch pockets are also hallmarks of the denim style. There are many sub-styles in this style, especially jeans.
Retro style. Under this style can be hidden citing the main trends of any era: NEP, 30-60s. Each era looks different. If NEP is used, then this is an asexual, "boyish" female image, if in the 30s, then characteristic dresses with a narrow waist and wide skirt appear, if in the 60s, bell-bottomed trousers, wide belts, and platform shoes come to the fore. In a retro style, all elements of the past are given a modern rethink.
Haute Couture style. Literally means "high craft". The main feature of such things is their uniqueness, singularity. Most of the work is done by hand, with special attention to detail and decoration. Unique embroidery and other expensive elements are used. Haute couture nowadays is the products of famous designers.
Vamp style. This is accentuated brightness, often created with the help of contrasts. This neckline, aggressive colors and form-fitting silhouettes. This creates an image of a confident sexy woman, skillfully emphasized by details: belts and jewelry, a clutch bag and stockings.
Zoot style. These are clothes with Latin American roots. Long jackets that reach the knees are not uncommon, while the shoulder line is emphatically expanded with the help of overhead shoulders. Accessories such as belts, chains, large ties, watches are actively used. The waistline on trousers is often too high. The look is complemented by boots with narrow toes.
Bodyfation. The main features: tight-fitting silhouettes, colors that create the effect of a naked body, as well as a bright sexuality of the image.
Aviator style. Features: specially created effect of "worn-out" things, fabric colors are preferably gray, loose fit with elements of a sporty style. The fabrics are deliberately rough.
Gangster style. The hallmark of this style is an elegant classic suit. Distinctive features are also a striped pattern, a combination of dark shirts with light ties, an abundance of jewelry (gold). Shoes men dressed in this style are worn with a narrow toe, made of expensive matte or patent leather. If a tie is not worn on a shirt, then its collar will be casually open. The image is complemented by an elegant hat. This image differs from the classic style in emphasized negligence, which gives a special chic.
Ballet style. These are clothes for a holiday, for going out. High bodices, slender waists, neckline, tight spaghetti straps and adorable tutus.
Fantasy style. Its peculiarity is its unusual shapes. The boundaries of the style are not clearly delineated, the main thing is invention in the field of design, form, playing with silhouette lines. Also, great attention is paid to decor and decorations.
New Look style. These are new solutions for vintage silhouettes, when long skirts or wide sleeves, bodices and corsets undergo metamorphosis and refract in a modern fashion angle.
Space style. Any clothing is transferred to the space row if it is made of shiny fabric and trimmed in places of folds and seams with special inserts in a contrasting color.
"Lingerie" style. It's a style rooted in retro. The clothes are reminiscent of upscale vintage linen with embroidery, braid and lace. The clothes are very elegant and stylish, they are sewn from fine fabrics (cotton, silk) in natural colors.
BABY DOLL style This is a dress for adult women in the style of clothes for girls. Laces, frills are welcome here, and in general, the style is based on children's nightwear of the 19th century.
Abundance Style: Combining everything with everything creates an abundance of styles. These are bright colors, unexpected silhouette solutions, stylish layering and unrestrained imagination of designers.
Purism. Here, on the contrary, laconicism and simplicity reign. But individuality is brought to the fore. There are no unnecessary details, decorative elements and ornaments in things of the purism style.
Storey style. Or, in other words, layering. Differs in many options for combining the items of the set, the more layers you end up with, the better. At the same time, it is easy to create a play of colors and shades, as well as fabric textures.
Pajama style. Very loose fit, many pockets and large flat buttons. In such a seemingly narrowly specific style, many things are sewn, and they all look unexpectedly stylish.
Graffiti. The style of youth clothing with characteristic patterns and appliqués. An abundance of inscriptions, layering or, conversely, minimalism.
Grunge style. The name comes from the English word "dirt". Accordingly, ugly things are supposedly emphasized in fashion: baggy dresses, worn jackets, shabby sweaters. The effect is created by choosing either too large or too small a garment, as well as unraveling some of its seams. Today's popular outward seams, as well as torn edges, fake wear and decorative holes, have their roots in grunge.
Disco. Features: extravagance, brightness to kitsch, shine and catchy finish. Clothes are sewn from stretch materials, as well as from other elastic fabrics.
Art Deco. Over and over again in vogue, although it first appeared in the 20s of the 20th century. These are feathers, bugles, beads, a lot of sparkles. The most popular material is chiffon.
Diffuse style. The combination of the incongruous to create a new image. Mixing many styles in one outfit. For example: a suit and sneakers.
Kitsch style. These are things that imitate unique haute couture products, but recreate them in the style of popular culture. At the same time, clothing loses its high artistic value and becomes deliberately pretentious or beautiful, even shocking.
Of course, all the style boundaries are rather blurred. You should not strive to attribute your things or the entire wardrobe to a particular style. But, forming your new image, it is better to turn to a stylist who will be able to choose from all the existing variety of styles what will sparkle for you.
Men and style
For many years, it was believed that taking care of style was the prerogative of the female sex. Of course, men who, on duty, needed to follow their style, did it, but most of the stronger sex did not bother with such questions. However, the 20th century was a revolution in matters of masculine style. At the same time, adherence to the ideals of masculinity is no longer necessary. And going beyond them is no longer perceived as a demonstration of unconventional orientation.
Men experiment with looks and clothes. Today, long hair in men, manicure, men's platform shoes and even skirts are already perceived as normal. The main features of the new style for men are the refinement of clothing, flexibility of forms. In relation to such men, the word metrosexual is used. This is the style of youthful men with money, paying increased attention to their image. Thus, with the birth of a new term, the right of men to search and preserve their own style was recognized by public opinion.
Modern men can be subdivided into adherents of the natural style; dressing in the style of "gentleman", "farmer", focusing on the style of secular dandies; traditional fans of the classics. Freelance, classic dandy and sporty, classic and modern styles are very common.
The boundaries between styles are blurred, and each man can belong to several styles and categories at the same time. Experienced stylists are always ready to help you choose a style that will perfectly suit your work and lifestyle, but in it you will feel comfortable and be yourself, while arousing the respect of others and the admiration of the ladies.
In conclusion, I would like to say that the image is not only clothes. There are many elements - perfume and hairstyle, manners and makeup. To create a holistic image that will harmoniously combine the inner state of a person and his external manifestations, only professional stylists and image makers can do it. Everything is important here - both psychological and sociological factors, and fashion trends, and the study of your social circle.
The concepts of "fashion" and "style" are similar, but reflect a different essence. Fashion is trends that are popular in a certain period of time, and style is a unique image that is created by a harmonious combination of things. Currently, there are a wide variety of clothing styles for girls, thanks to which you can favorably emphasize the dignity of appearance, express your individuality. Orientation in modern style directions will allow any fashionista to correctly choose a unique wardrobe.
To understand how to find your style of clothing, you should carefully read fashion trends, and then make your choice. It is necessary to choose things that do not contradict each other, which are not only relevant, but also correspond to the peculiarities of appearance, status, life position of a beautiful lady. You should adhere to a single style in the image, paying attention to the colors, texture of the fabric, cut. Despite the changes in the "whimsical" fashion, the main characteristic features of a certain style direction always remain unchanged.
Classic
Timeless classics - versatile, restrained, laconic, most suitable for girls who prefer a strict style of dress. This trend does not tolerate fashionable "kicks", non-standard, excessive emotionality. These are high-quality, elegant things of a laconic cut (trouser suits, pencil skirts, shirts, blouses), mainly in pastel, monochromatic colors. Expensive clothes made of high-quality fabrics with a minimum of decor and finishing are designed to create a dynamic office look.
Romantic
This direction never goes out of fashion, it is chosen by dreamy, romantic representatives of the fair sex, striving to emphasize femininity, tenderness, natural beauty. This is not an aggressive, not emphatically sexy style, so the clothes are distinguished by lightness, transparency, silkiness of fabrics in pastel, warm colors. Low-cut, fitted dresses, blouses, skirts with ruffles, lace and embroidery give the figure a special charm, attractiveness and elegance.
Business
Distinctive features of a business wardrobe are rigor, formality and restrained color palette. These are office clothes (jackets, tight skirts, classic shirts and trousers, pumps) for purposeful, energetic, successful, serious beauties. Thanks to fashion designers, modern women of fashion can create a fun, interesting, original business wardrobe that matches the established dress code.
Ethnic
Ethno (hippie) style dates back to the 60s of the XX century, its essence is the display of the authentic features of the national costumes of different countries. This extraordinary direction includes many sub-styles:
- Oriental;
- African;
- Greek;
- Indian;
- Egyptian;
- Gypsy;
- Japanese.
It is believed that the hippie style in clothing characterizes the special worldview of girls - their originality, the desire for freedom from imposed prejudices. This is a bright, non-standard image with new colors, without any restrictions and rules:
- things sewn from scraps with patches;
- fringed suede vests;
- fluffy, colorful gypsy-style skirts;
- multi-colored T-shirts and blouses;
- bracelets, bandanas, headbands, hippie-style headbands;
- Indian sarees;
- kimono;
- leather sandals;
- wide flared jeans.
For girls who prefer hippie style in clothes, there are many photos of girls in ethnic style in which you can draw inspiration.
This direction is intended for modern active people who value practicality and comfort. These are not individual pieces of clothing, but a single stylish urban image, in the compilation of which they use:
- universal, comfortable things that do not hinder movement (without rhinestones, sparkles, pebbles, ruffles);
- pleasant for the body, natural fabrics - linen, knitwear, cotton, denim;
- sports or classic shoes with a comfortable flat sole or platform / wedge heel;
- high quality jewelry.
Casual clothes are an alternative between a sporty look and laconic classics. They can be worn in both everyday and business life.
Modern
Modern fashion combines incongruous trends, shapes and directions, changing and surprising every day. How can a young girl find her own style in such a variety of clothes? Try on a few bold images, evaluate yourself from the outside (how much the chosen dress is in harmony with the appearance, character, emphasizes the dignity of the beauty).
Preppy
The new pre-college fashion trend evokes associations with the form of elite preparatory educational institutions. This is the style of the rich, successful, self-aware students. A characteristic feature of stylish youth clothing:
- neatness, intelligence, brand name, high cost;
- a combination of colors such as blue, red, sand, white, khaki, beige;
- the presence of prints (stripes, cells, rhombuses), heraldic symbols;
- use of high quality natural fabrics - cashmere, tweed, cotton, mohair, wool.
Young people who prefer preppy style choose clothes such as:
- T-shirts / polo shirts;
- bow ties, ties;
- club jackets;
- knitted vests;
- blazers, jumpers;
- short skirts - pencil, pleated, trapezoidal;
- colored knee-highs and other school clothing items.
Country
Rustic Provence style is closer to nature and is associated with the Wild West. In a modern design, a country-style wardrobe is suitable for country trips, parties or work. Fashionable folklore clothing is practical, does not hinder movement, and provides maximum comfort. Any confident, strong-minded lady can dress in this style. Characteristic features of the style are leather, denim, suede items of red, brown, beige shades with zippers, rivets, chains and fringes.
American
This style embodies naturalness, lightness and ease. American women, including show business stars, prefer understandable, simple images in everyday life that do not need to spend a lot of time. These are universal sets for work / home / leisure - denim pants, blouses, T-shirts, jackets, T-shirts, sweatshirts, windbreakers.
Hipster
Hipster is a bright style trend associated with alternative art - art house cinema, synth-pop music, lo-fi, indie rock. Bright representatives of this youth subculture are young journalists, designers, photographers, directors, DJs, and artists. For a street, slightly casual style, skinny jeans, original T-shirts, sneakers, bright belts are characteristic. Hipster is a lively, emotional style of clothing for creative girls from 16 to 30 years old.
Extravagant
Extravagant attire is preferred by beauties who love to attract attention and charm others. This style is a bit theatrical - it is believed that with its help emotional, expressive ladies express their extraordinary inner world. Extravagant style is:
- luxurious fabrics (satin, brocade, velvet, silk);
- bright colors (emerald, scarlet, purple, burgundy);
- shocking accessories.
The minimalism style is a kind of fashionable philosophy that expresses laconism, refined elegance, but, in no case, simplicity and primitiveness. Fans of this trend should choose high-quality clothing models with a clear silhouette without layering and unnecessary decor. These are semi- and fitted things of monochromatic tones that do not cause dissonance, look expensive, aristocratic and respectable.
Eco style
The eco style popular today is aimed at protecting the environment, therefore, it involves the use of natural materials. The color scheme in eco-style is the colors of living nature (gray, green, white, brown). The cut and cut are simple, unassuming and natural.
Vintage
The current vintage trend has inspired many eminent fashion masters to create unique collections. Vintage is a fashion that has matured over time, like an expensive wine, which is why this style is so popular. Fashionistas choosing a stylish outfit from any era (20-60s) should take into account that an ultra-fashionable thing that reflects the trends, image, spirit of that time is considered vintage. Creating a vintage evening style of clothing, girls can pay attention to graceful fitted dresses with a corset that lifts the chest.
