Suit: Key Varieties

There is no concept more global and comprehensive in the world of fashion than “costume”. In the broadest sense, a suit can be understood as clothing in all its variety of forms and varieties. It is necessary to list the main narrow interpretations of the word in the modern language.

A costume can be understood in a historical sense as a combination of wardrobe elements characteristic of a certain epoch. Or as special clothes designed for any utilitarian purposes - playing sports or certain activities. Costume is often called bright demonstrative outfits for theatrical performances and masquerades. There are also national costumes that emphasize the ethnicity of their bearers, and costumes that express religious views or the social status of a person by means of a special cut. And in the narrowest sense, a combination of certain elements of clothing can be called a suit - a pantsuit, a three-piece suit or a four-piece suit.

Based on the variety of definitions implies an incredible variety of types and types of costumes. Consider the main ones.

• Theatrical costumes created for use in music, theater and film productions. A variety of theatrical costume is scenic, which can sometimes have completely impossible fancy shapes and elements. If it is required by stage design, the costumes can fit into the scenery altogether, becoming their element. Often theatrical costume is notable for its heightened demonstrativeness and convention, because the main task of this type of clothing is to create an image and mood. An example of theatrical costume can serve as solemn pathos outfits for the production of "King Lear."

• Probably everyone at least once in his life made a suit from scrap materials. Unlike industrial clothing, creating a dress with your own hands is a great way to show all your imagination, creativity and originality. There are absolutely incredible craftsmen who create literally out of nothing real works of art. The main materials for such a creative are familiar means to everyone: garbage bags, boxes, plastic bottles or foil. They are made from waste material, and from corrugated paper, cardboard and newspapers, or from something sometimes completely unexpected, like balloons, origami, foodstuffs or plastic dishes.

• Game Costumes can be considered a kind of theatrical, but they exist separately from the stage and productions, being an element of private life. The meaning of this outfit is to try on some kind of image on yourself, try something new and original. So, a simple person can try to get used to the image of a cook, a Cossack, an artist. On Halloween, it is customary to wear scary, sometimes terrifying, sometimes beautiful in its dark-aesthetic genre outfits of zombies, monsters and monsters, or recently popular images from the cinema like a dead bride or a suicide squad. Good outfits are also popular: fabulous images of princesses, especially Disney's - Snow White, Cinderella, Pocahontas, Belle, and animal costumes - raccoon, dog, rabbit.

• For cheerleading attire should be bright and defiant, attracting the attention of viewers. The classic version of cheerleader clothes is a short skirt and T-shirt, but variations are also possible - dresses, shorts, sweatpants and even swimsuits. Such costumes are often decorated with sequins, rhinestones and other iridescent details.A mandatory element of the decor are bright textured pompons.

• For rhythmic gymnastics A special gymnastic swimsuit is required, the main purpose of which is to comfortably encircle the body and not constrain movements. The situation is more difficult with a suit for performances. Such an outfit requires considerable expenses and is distinguished by its artsy pomp and brightness of details. The combination of elastic fabric and translucent mesh allows you to create unique silhouettes, and the image is completed with the decoration of rhinestones, sequins, beads, appliqué, ribbons or other elements of decoration.

• Hawaiian costume It is characterized by the inexpressible sunny aesthetics of summer, celebration and the riot of colors. The basis of the Hawaiian outfit for girls is a swimsuit, and for men - shorts with a Hawaiian shirt and cheerful colors. The essential attributes are beads and wreaths of flowers, skirts of willow branches and satin ribbons. A good touch will be accessories with a plant or marine theme.

• Slimming Suit also known as a sauna suit. Its effectiveness causes active disputes and disagreements in the expediency of its use. Such costumes are made from synthetic materials that can hold heat, usually vinyl, PVC, nylon or more expensive and practical neoprene. These outfits look very peculiar, in style more resembling a baggy futuristic spacesuit than sportswear. However, it is the physical activities in it that should be dealt with in order to achieve the desired effect — to evaporate excess water from the body. The method is controversial, but, as they say, effective.

• Sports A warm-up suit is known for a combination of comfort and style. Usually consists of warm pants and a short light jacket. Pants can be as tight and free cut, often such models go for suspenders. The jacket appears in this combination as a bright color spot that attracts attention and makes the person visible and prominent in any landscape.

• Of course, speaking of costumes, you can not ignore classic business suit. This is a truly universal item of clothing, which must certainly be in the wardrobe of every person. As a rule, the suit consists of the following elements: a jacket, trousers or skirt, sometimes a vest. This combination looks stylish and businesslike.

Business style in clothes is incredibly popular. Modern women of fashion declare a suit a good option not only to create a strict office image, but also as a stylish weekend and even evening dress. A well-chosen suit looks incredibly feminine and elegant, emphasizing the fragility and beauty of its owner.

Women's costume allows the use of a skirt or pants. Both options have their positives. Pants are able to stretch the legs, adding length and making them more slender. The skirt will emphasize the pretty legs of its owner, giving the image of femininity and playfulness.

The actual colors of the classic suit are shades of gray, brown and versatile dark blue. Variations are possible with stylish prints - striped, checkered or pea. However, modern fashion allows you to actively experiment with colors, painting a business suit in previously unacceptable bright colors.

This season is popular a variety of materials and styles of men's suits. Primary colors - eternal black, shades of gray, brown and beige, very relevant shades with a metallic effect. Stylish models are presented in single-breasted and in double-breasted version of the cut. Varieties bring in variations with the number of buttons. A wide range of models will allow you to easily find a spectacular image for both informal outlets and for office work.

When choosing a suit should be considered, first of all, the features of your own figure. There are several subtleties.Tall and thin people are better to adhere to straight cut and choose a jacket with wide lapels. Owners of curvy shapes can be advised options that focus on the waist and hips. Girls with wide hips are recommended flared pants, and low ones should prefer long jackets.

Choosing a jacket, you should pay attention to the fact that he was sitting well in the shoulders, did not look baggy and did not hold down movements. Sleeve length should be such that only a little bare shirt cuffs. The classic canonical length of the pants is the one that ends just above the heel of the shoe, forming a small stylish fold in front. However, modern models of women's suits are in vogue and pants that completely cover the shoes.

The latest fashion shows demonstrate the triumphant return of models in retro style. Actually and strictly look options with prints in the "peas" and "goose foot", which favorably emphasize the figure, smoothing all the flaws. The options where the bottom is matched strictly to the top look especially impressive.

The opening of the season was the bright costumes of bold juicy shades for those ladies who are not afraid to stand out from the crowd and shine with their beauty. For example, a tomato-red vertical striped suit looks extravagant and defiantly feminine.

Do not hesitate to experiment with the selection of things companions. An interesting T-shirt with an unusual neckline or print will be an excellent substitute for a familiar shirt or blouse.

Important elements of creating an image are well-chosen accessories. It should be remembered that the costume requires particularly careful approach to the choice of shoes. It can be classic shoes, sandals, ballet flats or universal pumps. For lovers of experimenting with style, you can try to pick up white sneakers. Such a tandem looks especially interesting in a set with trousers with a high waist and tucked trousers.

An evening trouser suit will help to look gorgeous and unexpectedly at a party or a secular reception. The solution is original and striking in its stylistic splendor, immediately revealing the individuality and great taste of its owner. In a fashion rich fabrics with luxurious moire shine and a minimum of finish.