The birthplace of cocktail dresses is the United States of America. At the beginning of the 20th century, a woman was required to come to a cocktail party in an expensive midi dress of one tone, with a straight cut and low waist. Fashion trends today are diverse. Cocktail outfits amaze with their decor, variety of textures and styles.
Fashion trends 2019 – cocktail dresses
In the modern world, the traditions of cocktail parties have been partially preserved. If the event starts before 19:00, women dress in cocktail dresses. In 2018-2019, fashion trends also suggest a midi length, but the choice of colors and decor remains up to the lady.
Features of cut and details
The main trend in modern cocktail dresses is the desire for nudity: open back, cutouts and slits, open shoulders and décolleté. Fashion designers recommend items with long sleeves made of transparent fabric; it balances and harmonizes even the most provocative models.
Closed dresses look mysterious - they intrigue and give room for imagination. Drapery and flounces, frills, lace and fringe give the image unobtrusiveness and lightness. Trending directions in 2018–2019:
- transparent outfit;
- revealing neckline;
- cutouts;
- cuts.
A cocktail dress is a cross between a look for every day and a formal outfit. It is perfect for going to the theater, birthday or corporate event. The designers' flight of fancy here is somewhat limited compared to an evening look, but there is enough scope to realize their ideas.
Experiments with cut and texture, finishing and length make it possible to realize the designer's fantasies. An important point is the balance between exposed parts of the body: the model can have either a deep neckline or a high slit, but not both at the same time.
Classic cut is always in trend. It goes well with a jacket, complemented by a scarf and accessories. A simple style look is essential for a woman at a business meeting to create the image of an independent and successful businesswoman.
A retro-style model with ruffles, polka dots or floral print helps create a feminine and romantic look.
Materials and finishing
Now on the catwalks, minimalism is combined in a unique way with pathos, brilliance and an abundance of decor. Traditionally For cocktail dresses, fabrics are selected that flatter the figure. The trending materials of the modern world are:
velvet;- silk;
- atlas;
- silk jersey;
- openwork lace.
velvet;Luxurious decorative elements will take you to the top of Olympus in 2019. Trending:
- embroidery;
- shuttlecocks;
- rhinestones;
- fringe;
- ruffles;
- feathers;
- volumetric applique;
- lace trim,
- sequins;
- leather inserts.
Colors, prints, patterns, additions
Trendy cocktail allows for the entire color palette. This can be an outfit in classic black and white or pastel colors, or a model in bright colors: red, blue, green, purple, pink or mustard.
In the coming year, the colors that are especially relevant are: metallic gray, golden lime, pink, dark chocolate. A tribute to fashion trends - a dress with an abstract or floral print. A cocktail outfit can be trimmed with pearls, beads or bugles, in matching or contrasting colors.
Accessories can complement the dress: earrings, bracelet or cocktail ring. It is not recommended to wear large jewelry in large quantities; a set, for example, of earrings and a bracelet will look more impressive.
For shoes, you can wear classic stiletto heels, over the knee boots or ankle boots, depending on the style of the dress. It is stylish when the color of the shoes matches the color of the decorative element or print.
Which styles are leading?
In 2018–2019, the variety of new cocktail dresses is amazing. The trend is mini and maxi length, dresses with fitted and loose fit, laconic and decorated.
Asymmetrical and mermaid
Asymmetrical models are the leaders of the catwalks; they will help create an intriguing and bold image. This model perfectly corrects the figure. It can open one shoulder or have a difference in length, the skirt can be either fluffy or straight, with a draped or decorated top. The “mermaid” model made of shimmering fabric will also emphasize the dignity of the figure. It can be any color, trimmed with pearls or sequins to create a scale effect.
Bustier and crop top
The bustier dress looks very impressive. It emphasizes the figure, open shoulders give the image a flirty lightness.
Short tops are gaining popularity again.The combination of midi length and crop top will add an unobtrusive sexuality to the image. Tops with lace and ruffles are trending.
Super short mini
The ultramini bow is a hit for modern fashionistas. It has a more modest top compared to other models, but effectively opens the legs, showing off their beauty. A supermini dress looks interesting both with and without sleeves; it can be richly decorated or laconicly simple.
Maxi to the floor
Maxi is considered the most spectacular dress length. A dress of this length is traditionally considered an evening dress, but in the absence of pretentious decor, it is perfect for going to the theater or corporate event.
Case and classic
The case looks stylish and elegant. This is a fitted dress with a length just above the knee or just below. Transparent inserts, straps or their absence, collars or bare shoulders add variety to the look.. The bow is perfect for corporate events, representing a business style.
Flared and fur skirt
Flare creates a gentle romantic image. A-line outfits in various colors - a trendy solution for cocktails in 2018–2019. A cocktail bow with a flared hem is suitable for any occasion.
A dress decorated with fur looks fashionable and original. A cocktail outfit with a fur skirt looks interesting and stylish. The bow can be either plain or combined, decorated or laconic.
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