Linen fabric is made from flax - a natural, environmentally friendly, natural material. Linen dresses are great for the summer season, and women look very natural in them.
Linen dress is an integral part of the wardrobe of almost every woman. But not everyone knows how to properly care for such a thing and how to complement the image.
Features, Pros and Cons
Linen fabric has a number of features that every owner of a flax product needs to know.
Pros:
- natural material, "breathes" and does not irritate the skin;
- the fabric does not cause allergic reactions;
- does not fade and protects the skin from exposure to ultraviolet rays;
- The tissue is hygroscopic, absorbs sweat well and prevents the growth of bacteria that cause an unpleasant odor;
- the fabric dries very quickly and is suitable for daily washing, which is very important in the summer;
- not electrified;
- the material does not stretch and has increased wear resistance, because the fabric often also contains fibers of viscose, cotton and other inclusions, which increases the practicality of the product.
Minuses:
- the fabric is worn easily and hard to wear;
- wash only at 30 ° C, otherwise the fabric will shrink;
- products from thin flax are highly translucent, therefore they are more suitable for women with an ideal figure;
- the fabric does not stretch, so the choice of size must be accurate.
Consider all the features of the material, then the favorite thing will last you longer.
How to choose a linen dress: tips
It is not so difficult to choose a linen dress, the main thing is to take into account all the nuances of your figure. There are some tips for this case:
- you should not choose too loose or multi-layered dress for women with excess weight, it can add undesirable volume;
- A-shaped silhouette of a dress or a sundress will help to hide imperfect hips and sides;
- for women with protruding tummy and full hips fit model with a high waist;
- if there are problems in the hips, dresses with flared skirts will do;
- direct dress to the floor perfectly hides all the flaws of the figure;
- from full hips you can divert attention to a beautiful neckline that will emphasize the chest;
- it is important to choose the right size;
- dark colors visually slim the figure;
- overly thin women fit dresses with lace and wrap style.
Armed with these tips, you can safely go to the store for new things.
Linen Dresses: Style Types
Of the many styles, each woman will be able to pick something up for herself. Linen dress can be stylish, strict and simple at the same time. This feature allows you to create outfits in different styles, and the correct cut will decorate any shape.
- Shirt dress is a universal style that is suitable for women of different ages. It is usually supplemented with a belt. There are models for business meetings and just for walking. Suitable for all types of shapes.
- Sheath dress - this style is in demand among business women. A great option for an office or business meeting. This dress has a strict cut, knee-length or slightly higher, often monochromatic and not bright, made of thick fabric. Sometimes comes with a strap.
- Long straight dress to the floor is very elegant and touching, suitable for a solemn moment or a romantic date.
- Dress with a smell - emphasizes femininity. You can wear it for work and leisure. Decorate any shape. Fat, it slims, and thin women will add the missing volume.
- Dress - "business card" linen dresses. Popular models of different lengths, often with an open back.
- Dress in the style of boho - free cut, suitable for women with any physique. Chubby ladies will be able to hide the extra weight, thin - add volume. This style involves a riot of colors and colors, complex textures and patterns. Suitable for bold, carefree women who want to look extraordinary and extravagant.
Whatever style the woman chooses, in a linen dress she will feel comfortable and at ease.
Most popular models, current colors, length selection
There are many models for women of different ages with different types of figure. These dresses are suitable for all occasions, whether it is a celebration, going to the theater, working in an office or walking in the park.
Very popular and popular models:
- in ethno style dresses free cut with lace trim or embroidery;
- classic models of medium length and medium fit;
- cocktail dresses of simple strict cut with a lace or simple edge;
- Fitted dresses with frill trim or full skirt.
Linen dresses of beige, white and blue colors are most popular, but products of bright shades are already in demand. Models with a contrasting combination of tones or shades of the same color look very interesting.
Relevant cocktail dresses in pastel colors, in blue or green. Dress for a romantic date is better to choose a bright, yellow, pink, coral, turquoise is welcome. For models in ethnic style and sheath-dresses, pastel colors are more suitable.
Dresses of different lengths are in demand, most often they are sundresses. A shirt dress, sheath dress and models with a smell are made in medium length or mini. Boho style suggests medium length and maxi. A long dress will well hide full thighs and stretch the figure.
Linen dress styles for summer with embroidery and lace
Dresses of different styles with lace look really luxurious, it brings to the image of romance and tenderness. Very popular models with a lace top.
Lace pastel shades can dilute the severity of the dress-case, and the decoration can decorate any detail of the dress.
Lace perfectly complements the dress of the free cut of boho or ethnic style.
Types of lace:
- Linen - volumetric, but attractive, suitable for ethno style;
- knitted - made by hand, which adds an exclusive alongside;
- synthetic - light openwork, suitable only for thin flax;
- sewing - natural and unusual cotton lace.
Very original look embroidered or laced sundresses. Contrast embroidery usually borders the sleeves, hem and neckline. If it is made by hand, the price of the product is much higher.
Dresses from flax: styles for full
Linen dresses are great for stout women. One has only to take into account some of the nuances of the figure. Models of free cut hide completeness. For owners of full hips, but pronounced waist fit models with a belt. The full figure will be decorated with a thin linen dress of an asymmetrical cut in a bright coloring.
Models with flared skirt or tulip skirt will conceal full thighs well. The fitted bodice perfectly emphasizes the big chest.
The femininity of the full forms of the model with a high waist and a V-neckline is perfectly emphasized.
What to wear with linen dresses (accessories, shoes)
Women do not always know what to combine with a linen dress. Read more about different models.
A shirt-dress of not great length (to the middle of the thigh) is perfectly combined with leggings - an image for every day. Longer and fitted models, often with a three-quarter sleeve and a hood, are suitable for a working look; you just need to add a strap and high-heeled shoes to it.
A chain with a pendant will be more than appropriate. The image will be no longer formal if you put your sandals on wedges and choose bright decorations.
The wraparound style will perfectly complement sandals or gladiators. We combine boho style with a large variety of accessories. A handbag trimmed with a fringe, straw hat, feathers, beads of different colors and sizes and original shoes will do.
Sheath dress can be supplemented with a scarf or bolero. Handbag is better to pick a monophonic. Shoes - uniquely concise shoes with a small heel. The accessories made of natural materials - wood, stone, bone, leather will look harmoniously with linen material.
Light, airy linen dress can not be combined, for example, with a black leather bag, which is an image. It is better to pay attention to the light skin or even a cloth bag.
Laundry and care
When machine washable, use delicate mode. But it is better to wash by hand.
- Chlorine destroys flax, so you should exclude all chlorine powders and bleaches.
- It is better to test the bleaching agent before application on an imperceptible area of the product.
- Wash linen products with laundry detergent; it is less aggressive.
- For colored items, use a special laundry detergent with colored granules that will help preserve color for a long time.
- Linen material absorbs water heavily, so wash it with plenty of water and rinse thoroughly.
- Linen material cannot be washed in hot water.
- After rinsing you can not unscrew flaxen things, they must be hung in a well-ventilated place, after straightening the fabric with your hands.
- Do not dry linen products in the open sun.
- Ironing is better with a damp cloth. Strongly thin linen material should be ironed through a special ironing net.
A flax dress should be in every woman’s wardrobe, because every woman should feel the advantages of a material that gives a feeling of comfort and lightness. Down with synthetics!
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