Bell skirt
In the wardrobe of every woman of fashion there will surely be things not only practical, but also elegant, elegant, emphasizing the true feminine nature. Dresses, blouses, pants and, of course, skirts! Hundreds of styles and models, thousands of colors and shades. Among the vast range of choice, the fair sex often prefer the bell skirt, because it really combines stylistic versatility and sophistication.
The skirt received such an interesting name because of its unusual similarity to the bell bud. Sometimes this model is compared with an inverted glass. You can also hear other names for the skirt of this cut: a skirt-flashlight, A-silhouette skirt, skater skirt. It is said that already in the 17th century, the beauties of the palace wore a bell skirt, called “robe”, over crinolines. But today, this model is in great demand among designers around the world. The latter include it in their collections, refreshing with unusual prints and adding something new.
This skirt is a great choice for girls who prefer practical and at the same time elegant things. The bell skirt does not hinder movement and goes well with various clothing options, while maintaining the classic neat expansion to the bottom. That is why office ladies boldly include this model in their wardrobe.
In the summer season the bell skirt is ideal in conditions of high temperatures outside. Thanks to its cut, the fabric of the skirt barely touches the legs, allowing the skin to breathe. The convenient form of this model leaves space for the realization of interesting ideas: drawings, prints, draperies, accessories. Light and bright, the bell skirt will perfectly fit into any image: from delicate coquette to extravagant lady. By the way, a properly selected wide belt on the skirt will perfectly emphasize posture.
The big plus of the bell skirt is that it is perfect for girls with any figure. Of course, the owners of “aspen waist” have a clear selection of the hip line only at hand, however, the bell skirt also perfectly hides the flaws, adding or removing the necessary volume along the entire length, starting from the waist line. Girls with large hips should look at this model.
Depending on the height and type of the figure, the correct length of the skirt is selected, emphasizing the merits and hiding the flaws.
Length
Mini
The taste and color - any length! Skirt-bell mini - for owners of slender legs. The length of this skirt is above the knee, but it must be remembered that the hemline should run along the narrowest part of the legs. That is, you should choose models ending below mid-thigh, closer to the knee.
Midi
Midi bell skirt. The length of this skirt is below the knee, but not by much. These skirts look great not only with high heels, but also with ballet shoes or pumps. The feminine image will not be lost, even if you are a practical person and move around the city at a fast pace, preferring shoes without heels. Skirt models with a length of mid-calf should be avoided for owners of large calves. But a skirt with knee-length, on the contrary, will give legs harmony and significantly increase growth.
Maxi
The skirt-bell-maxi in the floor does not suit all girls, but with the right accessories, it produces a stunning effect. This model is a good option for a business meeting, and for evening walks - you just need to change your shoes and top.
Actual colors
And what about the colors? Fashion designers and designers do not get tired to surprise us with their variations of color solutions, and, surprisingly, any colors and any print of a bell skirt fit perfectly into a feminine, elegant image, creating an individual bow.
White
A white bell skirt is a light, flying, truly summer look. In combination with a bright top and accessories looks amazing. Especially if you are the owner of tanned skin.
Black, gray and dark blue
Black, gray and dark blue bell skirt - perfect for work, movie nights or parties. The image is refined and sophisticated while maintaining the classic strictly style.
Yellow, Blue and Green
Yellow, blue or green colors of this model will give an image of freshness and dynamics. Perfect for sunny weather. Do not be afraid to include the skirts of these summer shades in your wardrobe. With them you will not go unnoticed.
Red
Perhaps, separately it is necessary to allocate a red skirt bell. The image of the 90s in modern processing is a brilliant onion for any sophisticated taste. The top should be selected pastel colors, either classic black or white. A wide belt of a different color will complement the stunning image.
Often fashionable women choose “stripes” models. The striped style expressed on the bell-like skirt emphasizes the elegance of the legs. But do not mix the stripes on the skirt with "screaming" prints of the top. Put on something neutral, pastel colors, let the whole accent take over the skirt.
Popular styles and models
High waist
Such a model looks really advantageous on owners of slender legs. A high-set bell skirt fits perfectly into the image if the fabric has large prints. High-waisted models are well suited not only for tall girls. Owners of medium height, for example, such a model in combination with high-heeled shoes will significantly increase growth.
Typically, high-waisted skirt styles require a combination with a slinky top. Large ruffles, draperies or sleeves are not at all suitable here, they make the figure disproportionate, and this is not good for the girls. Focus on the skirt - your look will be concise and memorable.
On the frame
It seems that skirts on the frame are a thing of the past, but today the skirt-bell on the frame attracts the attention of designers as the basis for wedding decisions or the creation of a Gothic look. Usually such a skirt is created at the expense of the frame covered with a fabric and is a petticoat.
With pockets
A bell skirt with pockets is a great choice for super-practical girls. However, another plus of the pockets is that they make the image more original, “non-template”. With the help of pockets, the volume of the lower body is added or, on the contrary, the hips are narrowed. Patch pockets for this model are rare, more often - secret or side, located in the cuts.
This model of the skirt also has two variants of the structure of the "bell" itself. The small bell is small folds on a belt, unsharp expansion to a bottom. Usually this style is used in miniskirts. The large bell, on the other hand, has a huge amount of folds to add volume. If you deploy such a model, forming a circle shape (cut for the waist - in the middle), the radius of the "bell" will be much larger. These skirts are usually considered tutu skirts.
The fair sex with any form can wear a bell skirt without any doubt. Moreover, such a model is an excellent choice for owners of “delicious forms”. The bell skirt leaves freedom of movement, at the same time making the image smooth, romantic and proportional due to the highlight of the waist. Dense belt, by the way, perfectly distinguish the border between the hips and waist, which will add a shape of slimness and clarity. The main thing to remember is that femininity is not only “wasp waist” and long legs. The skirt, chosen correctly, perfectly emphasizes your strengths and hides the flaws.
Midi and -maxi maxi skirts are a great option for cold seasons. It is easy to combine it with outer clothing and even boots. The image is not heavier due to the air cut of the skirt. In addition, this model perfectly keeps its shape.However, do not overdo it with the "weight" of the fabric, too coarse fabric will not give elegant assemblies and significantly overload the image.
Materials
Leather
A leather bell skirt is always a brilliant choice: the dynamism of the 90s, embodied in the gentle style of a bell. Leather is a practical, comfortable and relevant material. In cloudy weather, skirts made of leather can compete with jeans and pants. This model is combined with almost any clothing, but you should not combine a leather skirt with a leather upper. This image will look pretentious and too vulgar. It is desirable to combine skin with other materials, lighter.
Denim
Lovers of street style, preferring any denim clothing, are given the opportunity to choose a denim bell skirt. Yes, yes, they also exist. Moreover, the skirt, unlike jeans, allows you to demonstrate legs. This model is combined with almost any clothing, including the same denim top. Jackets and vests have not been canceled yet. Do not be afraid to experiment.
To translate their ideas, designers choose completely different fabrics: cotton, denim, leather. As options for summer seasons, models of air fabrics appear on the catwalks: silk, flax and chiffon. The interesting silhouette of the bell skirt invariably attracts the attention of eminent fashion designers, who often demonstrate refreshed versions of combinations “forgotten on the upper shelves”.
What to wear
Remains one of the most interesting and, perhaps, the most difficult issues. What is wearing a bell skirt? Stylists around the world more than once puzzled over to choose clothes that would really be combined with this interesting model of skirt. And so, among the thousands and thousands of options, several excellent, even ideal images were selected, so that each girl could wear a bell skirt not only for an evening walk, but also for a secular party.
Of course, to give true femininity such an airy image should combine a bell skirt with shoes on a heel or platform. However, boats and flip flops do not detract from the lightness of the image. Moreover, lovers of bold decisions often sneakers, boots or heavy bots pick up a bell skirt. The image, oddly enough, turns out amazing.
Classic top - perfect for combining a bell skirt. Blouses and shirts paired with this model will be used in the wardrobe of a business woman. This kit is ideal for business meetings, presentations and corporate events. The skirts of black, gray and dark blue colors perfectly suit the top of white or restrained pastel tone. Conversely, black blouses and shirts are perfectly combined with skirts of light colors. Blazers and blazers are great for this look. It turns out the image of a business lady, marching in step with fashion trends.
Fitted T-shirts, T-shirts and turtlenecks, decorated with a small amount of ruches - another good option for a combination with a bell skirt. However, such an image is desirable only for women with an excellent figure, since even the slightest flaws will be visible due to a clear waist. In order to hide unwanted volume, pick up a loose T-shirt to the bell skirt. Throw a tender bolero or elegant cape on top - and the romantic image is ready.
The monochrome top goes well with a skirt that has a bright print on the fabric. This is a truly summer option for a sunny day. However, by adding some accessories, you will get an image that is perfect for going to a party.
Light evening satin, lace and silk blouses in combination with midi skirt perfectly embody the evening look. Complement the image with pumps on a stiletto and clutch. The image will turn out not pretentious, but elegant, calm and feminine.
As a beach option for a light bell mini skirt, a cropped top with a print is selected from light fabric.And if you can only dream about the beach in city quarters, you can safely wear a skirt made of thick material with a short jacket, turtleneck or sweater. A light raincoat also goes well with a bell skirt of a small volume. If you want to emphasize the skirt, just leave the raincoat unbuttoned or tie the strap of the belt over the back. The color of the raincoat should not be in competition with the color of the skirt, the image will be overloaded.
Lovers of blouses and polka-dot shirts, checked or striped are advised to choose a monochrome skirt-bell. If you tie the tips of this shirt in the navel, you get a great image. It can be supplemented with large accessories, a large bright bag and sunglasses.
Needless to say that girls of all ages like this model's skirt. For the youngest women of fashion, a bell skirt is the perfect choice for comfortable and lightweight clothes for a walk. Baby 5-7 years old in this skirt looks fabulous. Older girls often buy a bell-like skirt of dark colors as a school uniform for every day, because it is amazingly combined with any blouse and turtleneck. For tailoring school sundresses is also used to cut the bell skirt.
This model of skirt is often used by female graduate students, because, as mentioned earlier, it adds noticeably to the length of the legs and helps to hide flaws in the hips. The combination of a bell skirt with a white blouse and boats gives a gentle look to an exemplary student. Convenient and not boring option for school everyday.
For lovers of bold, daring images, there is the option of combining a bell skirt with a short leather jacket. The skirt can have a print, it only adds to the contrast in the image. Due to the separation of the shoulders, the fitted form of the jacket and the cut-out skirt extending towards the bottom, an hourglass figure is created - the correct and harmonious image to which every girl aspires. Complete the image with a bag or clutch in the color of the jacket.
Do not be afraid to pay attention to the models with inserts of mesh, translucent fabric or lace hem. This is quite an interesting and fresh solution, allowing you to focus on the legs. Such a sophisticated image will surely attract admiring glances.
If you are accustomed to the solemn, graceful outfits, pay attention to the skirt-bell of brocade. This silk fabric is the natural basis of an expensive and very decent image. A large print on the skirt fabric, even in combination with a regular black top, creates a chic bow.
Quite a long time ago the tulle bell skirts became fashionable. Differently they are called tutu skirts. Ballet style does not remain without attention of young fashionistas for this season already. This is understandable, because this model looks very fresh, combined with almost any clothing. A new youth look is created by combining this skirt with regular sneakers.
For each girl, there will definitely be a unique image, one has only to look. The skirt-bell allows the beautiful half of the floor to create a lot of new beautiful images, without making much effort. That is why designers around the world add this model to the must-have lists. Having such a simple thing in the wardrobe as a bell skirt, the girl will always feel comfortable leaving the house and never go unnoticed on the streets of the city.