Skirt

The slim, narrow shape of a pencil skirt can restrict the movement of the wearer so pencil skirts often have a slit at the back, or less commonly at the sides. Sometimes a pleat, which exposes less skin, is used instead of a slit. Do skirts restrict movement? Wearing skirts can restrict movement, and studies […]

To get thicker legs, a skinny girl needs to start doing a strength training workout routine focused on the leg muscles. At the same time, she should eat a high protein healthy diet and increase her daily caloric consumption by about 500 calories. How do you get thick thighs when you’re skinny? Steps Do squats […]

If you’re looking to play it safe, pair your vertical stripes with a simple blouse in a solid color. If the skirt is casual, pair it with a simple cotton T. For a dressier skirt, top it off with a silk or chiffon blouse. Depending on the color of your skirt, you can choose just […]

Add a pop of color Both black and white are versatile shades, so you can pair them with nearly any color under the sun! If you want something bold, choose a skirt, pair of pants, or jacket in a bright color like red or yellow. For a more understated look, choose a gray-blue or light […]

Wrap skirts are not a new skirt silhouette by any means, but thanks to Miu Miu, Peter Do, and more, we are seeing them in a whole new light. While the style might feel fresher now than season’s past, that doesn’t discredit the fact that at the end of the day, this skirt trend is […]

TRAPEZE. A TRAPEZE dress is a dress style that is narrow at the shoulders and very wide at the hem of the dress. It’s like an A-LINE dress, but the TRAPEZE dress has a much wider hem than the A-LINE, and they often end below the knee. What is a trapeze waist? A trapeze dress […]

The draped skirt is sophisticated and easy to wear. Glamorous and modern, the new interpretation of this feminine piece suggests mystery, drama and romance. Clever contouring disguises love handles and less-loved thighs while elongating the silhouette with ladylike finesse. What does drape skirt mean? A draped garment (draped dress) is a garment that is made […]

Balance your outfit. Wear a fitted top (like a tank top or tube top) with a baggy or flowy skirt (like a peasant skirt) to accentuate your shape. Conversely, if you’re wearing a more form-fitting skirt, pair it with a loose blouse or ruffled top to help balance your silhouette. What outfits go well with […]

How to Find Your Personal Style in 5 Steps Look to your own closet. Think about the clothes you have that make you happy. Find fashion inspiration. Create a fashion mood board. Create a capsule wardrobe. Experiment with unique style choices. How do I determine my personal style? How Do You Find Your Personal Style? […]

The skater skirt is a casual, flared skirt, with a circumference from a half to a full circle. Typically, if has a waistband that sits at one’s true waist. This versatile skirt can be dressed up or down, made long or short, and looks great on all body types. Is a skater skirt the same […]

The modern A-line silhouette, or shape, was first seen during the mid-1950s, as part of French designer Christian Dior’s (1905–1957) New Look. The New Look was a very feminine style, with sweeping skirts, tight tops that emphasized the bosom, and a narrow waist that emphasized full hips. When did line skirts become popular? A brief […]

A-line is the name of the triangle-like silhouette that begins fitted, typically starting at the waist, and gets gradually wider from the hips down to the hem. It echoes the shape of a capital A. The term was first coined in 1955 by Christian Dior to describe the shape of his A-line Spring Summer Collection. […]

A-line silhouettes are designed to emphasize a narrow waist, wider hips, and the bust line. A-line dresses are one of the most popular dress styles because they are flattering on almost any body type. Why is an A-line dress flattering? Unlike empire waists or loose dresses, the A-line silhouette creates the illusion of a narrower […]

triangle shape. What Is an A-Line Dress? A-line dresses are one of the most popular dress silhouettes. The most common type of A-line dresses are form-fitted in the bodice and flare out at the waistline (through sewing darts) to form a triangle shape like a capital letter A. What body type is good for a […]

A-line silhouettes are designed to emphasize a narrow waist, wider hips, and the bust line. A-line dresses are one of the most popular dress styles because they are flattering on almost any body type. Why are A-line dresses so flattering? The magic in the A-line is that it reduces the midsection and draws attention to […]

Just rip a hole at the back seam of the pants and pull out the existing elastic band. Pin it and cut the elastic band to create room for another piece of elastic. Make sure the new elastic band is of the same size to be easier to join in with the existing elastic band. […]

Pressing to the back or front is when you press the seam allowance towards the front or back of the item being sewn. You will usually find this in garment construction such as pleat. Quilts are also usually pressed to one side or the other. What does press back mean? noun. a wooden chair back […]

Use a seam ripper to take out 3 inches of the casing seam. Pull out the elastic and pin a 1-inch loop in it to tighten it. Try on the garment to check the fit and change the size of the loop until you are pleased with the fit. Cut the elastic and overlap it, […]

Unwrap a length of your elastic and mark a length of elastic based on your measurement. Then, cut the adjusted measurement. For example, if your waist measurement was 30 inches (76 cm), subtract 2 inches (5.1 cm) to get an elastic measurement of 28 inches (71 cm). What is the ratio of elastic to fabric? […]

Hemming Pants, Skirts, or Dresses: Hemming costs between $10 and $45. Note that linings and pleats add more to the cost of hemming a skirt. Shortening Sleeves: Sleeve shortening costs from $10 to $60. Can tailors make a skirt smaller? A professional seamstress or tailor can make pretty much any kind of skirt smaller. Making […]