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Date: Mon, 22 Feb 2010 Time: 4:49 PM
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Women’s style of clothing always changes each time a new trend arrives. So, women must be aware of the latest trends in fashion, including the current in-demand types of dresses. They should know the difference between each type of clothing and its usage. Some women don’t know the proper business attires, church dresses, and other dress codes for various occasions, so below are the different types of dresses:
The Shirt Dress – This has sleeves, a shirt collar, and a button-down bodice. Its bodice is attached to the skirt and usually has a self-belt or any feature that will separate the bodice and the skirt. Skirt dresses became popular in the 1950s. Later on, slightly below-the-knee-length and full knee-length skirts were introduced. The current shirt dresses have no crinoline. Women use shirt dresses as church wears or business attires. They usually wear a shirt dress with a scarf or pearls to emphasize the clothing’s classic appeal.
The Sheath Dress – This type of dress is form-fitting and is usually strapless or sleeveless. This traditionally extends just above the knee. The sheath dress is among the most flexible dress, thus, it is ideal for various daytime and evening occasions. If you want to look best, wear black sheath dress and match it up with elbow-length gloves and oversized pearls.
The Sundress – Young ladies look lovable in sundress, a type of dress that usually comes in bright colors and summer-weight cotton with floral patterns. The common identifiers of this dress are halter, thin, or spaghetti-style strap tops. The sundresses are usually worn by when going downtown for lunch or shopping. There are also women who use sundresses when going to beaches. Women should avoid too much accessories to emphasize the carefree and playful nature of the sundress.
The Wrap Dress – This type of dress flatters almost all types of body type. This is a bit similar to shirt dress, but the wrap dress has skirt affixed to a wrap-style top. Women usually use sash as the wrap. They pull the sash to the side of the dress, wrap around their waist, and tie it at the center of their torso. The wrap dress creates an elegant look and flatters every part woman’s body. Mock wrap dresses look great and usually worn as office attire.
The Maxi Dress – This type of dress has been introduced in the late 1960s and gained its popularity in the 1970s. Its top is quite similar to a sundress with halter or spaghetti strap top. The maxi dress usually extends from below the bust down to the floor. In 1970s, the maxi dresses have ruffles at the bottom. These are more casual and look ideal for everyday clothing.
About the Author
Carolyn is an Excellent author of some very informative articles, mostly dedicated to fashionable dresses and suits. A Graduate of Ohio State University with a degree of Mass Communication. As a fashion enthusiast she is fond of collecting trendy and fashionable Dresses for Church. She is also a very religious woman. yet with a great taste in designing unique and elegant dresses.
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