Empire dresses

The cut of the empire dress was known to people from ancient times, when the society innocent, light and beautiful women were glorified in an extremely loud voice. But the modern history of this dress begins only in the 19th century, and it is directly connected with the name of Napoleon Bonaparte's wife, Josephine. It was this woman who introduced the fashion to simple and at the same time very feminine, light dresses, which replaced the hard corsets and uncomfortable fluffy skirts.

The dress motifs themselves were inspired by the Greek style. They were sewed from translucent cotton and in their bites were extremely reminiscent of a long shirt, which the French women, despite the condemnation of Europe, wore to beautiful ballrooms, stirring the imagination of noble men.

Of course, since then the Empire dress has undergone some changes. Designers diluted this image with various modern inserts, removed the train and the length, added some courage to the image without depriving it of lightness and tenderness. The traditional train today is relevant except in wedding dresses.

The dress in the Empire style can be recognized for its exceptional lightness and simplicity, which at the same time looks very harmonious and natural, emphasizes the exceptional forms of girls and women. This effect is obtained due to the very cut of the product.

The high waistline of this dress clearly outlines the bodice, which designers often adorn with stiff embroidery, beads or ribbons. It is draped directly under the bodice, thanks to which it smoothly passes into soft and delicate folds of lightweight fabric, emphasizing the forms of the fair sex.

Neckline empire dress is often very frank.. In modern tailoring the necklines of the following types are often used: circle, oval, heart. Dresses of this style with a closed neckline are very rare. In this case, translucent laces are commonly used.

Undoubtedly, this version of the dress is ideal for cocktail parties, trips to dates. It is extremely loved by brides who want to look at their wedding as feminine and tender as possible. In everyday life, the Empire dress can be seen in the echoes of summer sundresses.

Due to the flowing silhouette of this dress is formed a light feminine silhouette, which emphasizes the dignity of the figures of girls and women, their natural beauty. High waistline and neckline always favorably emphasizes the chest. A dress of this cut can be easily selected for any type of figure.

Fat women should definitely abandon the empire dress with a length above the knee. It is better to choose maxi. Wide folds will help to hide the imperfections of the hips, provided that the bottom of the dress is not too lush, which can, on the contrary, add volume. Make sure that the bodice of the model being tried is as simple as possible: no extra decorations like embroidery or beads. Well, if he, too, will be decorated with drapery.

Slender girls can afford any length. But miniature girls need to be extremely careful when choosing models in length to the floor. A poorly chosen dress, for example, with a long train, can visually shorten your silhouette.

Now long empire dresses in beige shades for celebrations are very popular.It is recommended to combine such a dress with sandals or woven sandals with heels of gold or silver color, as well as thin ornaments and plain rather simple hairstyles.

A casual look can be brightened with this dress of any length of bardo color in combination with a knitted cardigan and light shoes with a short heel.

Dress "Empire" is usually sewn from lightweight fabric, which respond well to drapery. For example, from silk, chiffon, crepe, satin, fine knitwear, muslin, and also cambric.

Silk, satin and chiffon are very much in demand in creating evening and ceremonial images. The rest are good for creating everyday style.

The length of all dresses are traditionally divided into short and long, and the Empire dress is no exception.

The dress of this length is used by fashion designers for sewing models on the way out, as well as light “beach” sundresses. Models of such length are especially popular with mature women.

Favorite length of the young generation. The Empire dress above the knee is often used to create bright and stylish images for cocktail parties. This model will not hamper movement, which is very important for hanging out on the dance floor.

Empire style dresses are very feminine, and to maintain this image, it is recommended not to weight the image with massive footwear and accessories, extended jackets, tight tights, as well as voluminous sweaters and outerwear.

To create a business style is best combined with short and fitted jackets and closed shoes with a steady heel. The color of the product should not be too bright and alyapisty. It is better to opt for a neutral shade. Suitable length for such a dress - just below the knees. The bag should not be too small. Perfect fit tough bag of medium size on a long strap.

Bright sundresses "empire" from light translucent flying fabrics for trips to the beach are extremely popular. It is desirable to combine with a massive wicker bag, a hat with long fields of a light shade and simple sandals.

Many women of fashion choose this model of dresses for the main evening in their lives.

A short empire dress in a bright color is well suited for the prom. In this outfit it is convenient to dance and move. The image is ideally complemented by a light oval-shaped clutch, delicate sandals on a short heel and small pearl earrings in combination with a small thin chain around the neck. You can use a shawl for a cool evening of the same shade as the dress itself.

When choosing a long empire dress, you should pay attention to the fact that it is as simple as possible, not weighted with additional inserts of a different color or alyapistoy embroidery. This dress is better to choose darker shades. For an unforgettable evening, an eggplant or dark purple color is perfect.

Costumed events in our time are not uncommon, exactly, like the fact that lovely ladies, wanting to feel beautiful and seductive with their natural beauty, choose an empire dress for this pastime.

The length of this dress should reach the middle of the heel. Girls with pale skin is better to opt for a peach or pink color, and tanned beauties will go beige shades. At the ball will look great dress "Empire" with sleeves, lanterns.

Options wedding dresses "Empire" is not considered. They are extremely popular and in demand among brides, and therefore designers each year delight us with their new collections, which very rarely do without dresses of this cut.

Most often, the choice of brides falls on very feminine models with soft and smooth folds and bodice, decorated with gold embroidery with beads. Empire style wedding dresses are usually decorated with a wide long ribbon, which is designed to emphasize the waistline.

Shoes are selected individually, often in the color of embroidery or ribbon using lace. It is imperative that the heel does not appear massive and is not too high.

Decorations from thin not bulky materials are welcome. Pearls are extremely popular, avoid the massiveness of gems.

Of the jewelry, it is recommended to use a very thin bezel with decorated pearls or artificial flowers of delicate tones, as well as thin bracelets made of gold material, a small pendant around the neck and elegant earrings-studs.

The bag should not be massive. For a more delicate look, a small capacious handbag with a chain is suitable; in other cases, it is better to use a medium-sized bag with a long handle.

Feminine, sophisticated shoes perfectly complement this dress. Greek sandals, sandals, classic ballet flats, patent leather shoes with a steady heel and wedge heels for short models of dresses.

Makeup should be as natural as possible. Dark shades of shadows and a wide contour of the eyeliner are not allowed.

As simple as possible, but quite elegant. You can pick up hair in a high tail, leaving a few front curls, or make a high beam. Long hair is better to just curl to achieve the effect of "natural curls."

Dress "Empire" - a great option for children. Little women of fashion with pleasure get into dresses of such style, dreaming to look like real princesses.

As a rule, in the manufacture of children's empire dresses, fabrics of delicate pastel shades (white, pink, cream) are used. They will be an excellent option for attending family celebrations.

To create a stylish image with this style of dress, women do not need to put much effort into it. One has only to choose the model of the Empire style dress that will emphasize the dignity of the figure and hide the disadvantages.

Now very relevant models of olive-colored with open shoulders. Ideally, if the dress's bodice is accentuated by a dark thin belt, decorated with light embroidery. You can wear light sandals with thick soles on the legs.

It is unlikely that the red carpet will do without the Empire dress. Many stars adore this model and gladly put it on not only on high society evenings, but also on their own weddings.

For example, Nicole Kidman for her second marriage chose an empire lace dress with laces and sleeves-lanterns.

And the famous actress Julianna Margulis in 2007 shone at her own wedding in a very delicate dress, with which she added a light Greek image.