Skirts are one of the fashion items that give a more girly impression. Even so, Ladies who don't like to look too feminine can still wear skirts. This can be done if you know the type of skirt and how to combine it with other fashion items to look cool in your style!
Now there are many innovations to skirts that are sold in the market. Even so, this model is a recycling of existing models. So even if you only have a few classic models, you can already mix and match outfits with different looks.
Types of Skirts
1. A-Line Skirt
It is very suitable for semi-formal or formal fashion. Even in some models, the A-line type can be used as a casual outfit! An A-line skirt has a straight waistline that goes down and widens, as the name suggests, 'A.' Usually, A-line skirts do not have folds or ruffles. A-line skirts give a more mature feel, so they are still many people's favorite.
2. Flare Skirt
This type of skirt has a shape and model that looks fluffy. The shape is similar to the A-line skirt, but the size is wider than the A-line model. When moving, the flare skirt creates a flowy impression. This type of wide skirt is suitable to be combined with a top that is not too big or oversized to balance the overall structure of the outfit.
3. Tutu Skirt
Initially, tutu skirts were subordinate to ballet costumes and dresses in earlier times that children widely used. But as time goes by, tutu skirts can also be used for adults and various occasions. Not only at parties. Tutu skirts are usually made of layered tulle (tile) and give a flowy impression. Choose a good and not stiff material to give the impression of a perfect fall.
4. Maxi Skirts
Maxi skirts have a lower waist. Models like this will give a slimmer appearance. Maxi skirts originally had a length to the ankles. But now there are also many models of long skirts that only partially cover the legs. Even though most maxi skirts give a feminine impression, if Ladies can choose the right material and combine it with the right fashion, maxi skirts are also the right choice!
5. Pleated Skirt
The pleated skirt has lots of pleats. The fabric around the waist will be gathered and sewn together to create pleats. Rimple skirts are usually made of lightweight materials. Thick fabric will make the folds look bloated. There are two types of pleats for this simple skirt, wide and smaller, which give a different impression. This type of skirt is many people's favorite because it is easy to combine with various clothes and create a cheerful look. Rimple skirts are rarely used for very formal events.
Those classic skirts are easy to find in online and offline stores. Ladies, you can have several of them to complete your wardrobe collection. Skirts can be used for any type of body shape. But wearing clothes according to body shape will make your appearance more attractive. Here are some skirts that are fit for your body shape:
- Pear: high-waisted skirts, pencil skirts, denim skirts, textured skirts, and skirts made of light fabrics
- Hourglass: an hourglass body shape is suitable for almost all types of skirts, especially A-line skirts or pencil skirts if you like outfits that shape your body
- Petite: petite people are suitable for wearing skirts with volumes, such as simple skirts, tutu skirts, or other wide models.
- Square: the characteristic of people who have a square body shape is where the top and bottom are parallel or the same. Maxi skirts, pleated skirts, and wavy skirts are the types of skirts that are suitable for adding an illusion of shape to the body.
Hope these tips help you, ladies!