Dress-tunic: popular models and what to wear?
A bit of history
A tunic is a piece of clothing of a certain style that combines the properties of both an independent dress and a part of an ensemble. Tunic can be worn as a dress, and can be combined as an elongated sweater with pants or shorts.
In ancient Greece and Rome, the tunic consisted of two panels fastened together on the shoulders with buckles. Such a garment was held with a belt at the waist. For women, tunics were long and ankle-length, while men wore short tunics down to their knees.
The tunic in ancient times was a kind of measure of the social status of man. The rich and people with position wore exquisite robes of expensive fine fabrics, the commoners wore coarser and thicker clothes.
Subsequently, a simple tunic transformed into other types and forms of clothing. In the East, tunics continued to be worn by all classes, while in the West such attire became the clothing of the clergy.
Still later, the tunic remained only in the women's wardrobe. The dress, decorated with jewels and embroidery, was revered as elitist.
In the middle of the 20th century, the renewed tunic became fashionable again. Its properties and original style were noticed by designers, having created a large number of interesting models on the basis of this garment.
Features and benefits
Modern tunics are offered in a wide variety of styles for both summer and spring, and for the colder season. Snow-white festive tunics that came to us from ancient times and have become classic do not go out of fashion.
As a long top on the straps, and a shirt of loose fit to mid-thigh or an elongated blouse with a yoke and high waist - all these options are tunics. It is not surprising that the popularity of this type of women's summer and demi-season clothing is only growing. Comfort and convenience, as well as a large number of sets that can be created on the basis of a tunic, keep this sought-after element of women's wardrobe in the top for many years. The advantage of the tunic is that it visually lengthens the silhouette.
Who will fit and how to choose
Tunic is worn in a variety of situations. For example, airy and light made of translucent fabrics are worn on the beach, tunics made of satin and chiffon with rich decor are suitable for the evening, for everyday wear and business activity they choose more strict and practical styles of non-marking materials.
The cut of such a thing remains simple and concise. As for the styles, they follow the fashionable styles of dresses and tops at the same time. Free models fit girls with a figure in the shape of a triangle or an inverted triangle. The proportions in this outfit will be improved.
If the style is more complex, it contains decorative elements, as well as frills and draperies, it is best suited for a slim girl. For a short tunic is characterized by a more fitting style. Long models can be in the form of a tulip or flared from the chest, as well as have a straight or trapezoidal silhouette.
Popular styles
With pockets
Patch pockets adorn a staple tunic or cotton, denim and knit. Usually pockets are located almost at the edge of the tunic. A tunic with pockets is especially reminiscent of the ancient caftan.
Short-sleeve
The name of the tunic received because of the external similarity with the letter "T". Tunic can be sleeveless, with short and long sleeves.Short sleeves are available in a variety of options - loose and tight, flashlights and with cuts.
Looks like a tunic with a bat sleeve. A dress tunic with such a sleeve makes the hands visually less full. Another of its properties is to draw attention to the upper body. Bat sleeve tunics are usually sewn with undercut and high waist.
With long sleeves
Long sleeves for tunics are very loose, flared, with cuts. Also, tunic sleeves are often sewn on cuffs or elastic. Sleeves can be straight to the middle of the forearm, then expand, be laced or made from another fabric, such as lace or guipure.
Actual colors and prints
Classic models are tunics of traditional white, red, black and pink colors. There are spectacular models of fashionable colors, which every season give fashionable women new opportunities to demonstrate their exquisite taste.
Striped
A long striped sweater resembles a vest, so a striped tunic is strongly associated with a maritime theme. For this type of clothing, striped print has become a kind of calling card. Strip - this is one of the most common colors of the tunic.
The neckline, sleeves and bottom of the tunic can be trimmed with stripes. A model with trim and diagonal stripes on a white background will create an interesting casual look.
Black
Black tunic looks like a gorgeous evening outfit. The laconic tunic without sleeves of the A-silhouette will decorate any figure. Bright and pastel patterns and prints in the form of geometric shapes and plants are in trend.
White, sand and turquoise abstract drawings look especially striking on a black background. Black tunics sew from satin, velvet, velor. Summer black tunic can be made from the "header" or chiffon pleated, decorated with lace and sequins.
Pink
The pink tunic is made from materials of all shades from solid to bright crimson and fuchsia. Tunics with patterns on a pink background resemble the style of the East with its alluring ornaments. They are characterized by unusual wide and elongated sleeves, trim on the chest and on the bottom.
Length
Traditional length of the tunic is considered to be mid-thigh. This tunic is needed for a duet with jeans, leggings and leggings. A complete set will be a tunic and with a skirt, if its style resembles a long top, blouson or shirt.
For an independent dress choose a knee-length tunic, which is worn both with and without pantyhose. Summer outfit make light tunic of simple style, sandals or sandals.
Long
Very long models reach the ankles, there are models in the floor. The dress tunic maxi from thin fabric has the streaming style. The top is without a collar and sleeves, and the tunic skirt falls loose folds. Straight or flared skirt is supplemented for easy cuts. The long and effective tunic harmoniously looks with an original woven belt. Chubby girls better wear a tunic belt on the hips.
Fabrics and textures
Knitted
Knitted demi-season models are made from a material such as thin cashmere, decorating the product with a pattern or embroidery. The openwork elements beautifully complement the knitted tunic of the fitting style. Under it you can wear a turtleneck twinset.
In the cold season, warm tunics that are knitted from wool are in demand. For knitted products the ensemble with knitted stockings, tight tights and leggings looks good. Handbag can be decorated with fur.
From chiffon
An elegant and feminine outfit that is chosen for evening exits. Tunic of chiffon sewn with flounces and assemblies, which lie the original waves. Translucent chiffon can create a multi-layered style tunic. Such an outfit, in contrast to similar models from other fabrics, does not make a volumetric impression. Elegant and flying chiffon tunic makes the figure visually slimmer.An asymmetrical cut, in which the tunic does not have one sleeve, is a great way to make the chiffon model even more original. The edge of the product shortened on one side is also a characteristic feature of such a model.
Knitted
Knitted tunic refers to the most universal types of this dress. Knitted tunics are made of smooth predominantly monophonic fabrics with a minimum of shiny elements or decor. Soft and stretching material is well suited for elegant models with spacious sleeves, draperies, undercuts and ruffles.
Knitwear tunic perfectly with black knee boots. Boots are made of smooth leather, the less jewelry on them in the form of chains, straps or rivets, the better. Such an ensemble with a slant in a modern minimalist style will look attractive and fashionable.
Linen, cotton and staple
Materials such as flax and cotton have firmly won the confidence of women as beautiful summer materials. They are well breathable and deliver maximum comfort with constant wear, easy to wash. Linen and cotton tunic can be decorated with original embroidery or lace, elegant appliqué. Along with exquisite models, laconic shirt-style tunics in classic style, with cuts on the sides, are popular.
Staple models are more dense, they can be worn in the fall or spring. These tunics are characterized by prints, of which the vegetative theme, animals and African coloring have become the most fashionable.
What to wear
For each season, the tunic creates its own unique ensemble with matching items of clothing, complemented by versatile footwear and accessories. It is customary to wear it with jeans, trousers, tights and leggings.
It all depends on what material your tunic is made of and what event you are going to attend. Casual style involves the use of a large number of different types of tunics.
Summer light tunic made of silk, cotton or chiffon perfectly shade your tan. In the evening, under it wear thin tights and shoes with a closed toe on the heel. In the afternoon, you can simply wear sandals or other open shoes.
A scarf or a scarf made of silk, long beads or a necklace can decorate a neck in an open tunic without a collar. With long linen or cotton tunics, you can wear a wide-brimmed straw hat, take a straw bag with you for a walk or a beach. After all, a tunic is one of the best and most recognized beach dresses.
In cooler weather, tunics made of knitted fabrics and other fabrics of average density are relevant. These are short dresses with a collar, which are worn with stockings or tights, complete with elegant shoes and short boots. Light and pale colors are preferred.
If the tunic is combined with loose pants, it is better to emphasize the waist line with a belt. Shorts should be visible from under the hem of the tunic not more than 3-4 cm. This is the optimal length, which will allow to show beautiful legs in the most favorable light.
