Types of clothing styles

Any person needs to correspond to their social status, gender, age. Fashion helps to achieve the desired effect. However, it changes too often, while the style remains with the person for a long time. There are quite a few styles in clothes, and each person chooses for himself the one that seems to him more attractive and comfortable.

Clothing style is the basis of a person's image. A style is a set of characteristics and features that allows you to classify individual items of clothing and whole sets in a certain category.

Currently, there are a huge number of styles of clothing. There are so many of them that, in addition to the most common, almost each of them is subdivided into several separate subspecies. Stylish accents are set using a variety of accessories, textures, cuts, shoes, accessories and trim elements.

The classic style is distinguished by laconicism, respectability, elegance and restraint. This is "protocol" clothing, which is intended for representatives of some professions. Among them are politicians, diplomats, office workers, teachers and others.

Despite the ever-changing fashion, the classic style is the least subject to changes under its influence. It is a definite base, its main characteristics have not changed for decades.

For the classics, calm tones (beige, blue, chocolate, gray, black, wine) of suits are characteristic, prints such as stripes, checks, herringbone are considered acceptable. Among fabrics, preference is given to cashmere, wool, tweed, gabardine, natural silk. The cut does not allow open arms or shoulders.

Shoes should be neat, without high heels, with a closed toe. Exquisite jewelry is acceptable in the image.

The austere style has a lot in common with the classic. It provides for a sheath dress or business suit in a neutral color (various shades of gray and blue, black, brown, burgundy) with a light blouse or shirt.

This style is appropriate in various negotiations and conferences, interviews and when working in the office. There should be no slits or plunging necklines, miniskirts or sheer materials. Pretentious decor, bright colors and lacquered surface are not allowed in shoes.

A variation of the strict style is Black Tie, which is the official dress code. It provides for a tuxedo for men, which is a jacket with satin lapels and a collar, formal trousers. And also a black butterfly with right angles should be present in the image.

A woman should give preference to a long evening dress; in the case of a day event, an elegant cocktail dress is allowed. A stricter form of formal dress code is White Tie. For men, a black tailcoat and a white bow tie are required. A white vest is put on under the tailcoat. For women, you will need a floor-length evening dress and long gloves.

The sporty style of clothing can be recognized by the sporty elements present in it. This style should not be confused with sportswear. The style is based on T-shirts, T-shirts, sweatshirts, baggy pants, joggers, caps, shirt dresses, backpacks.

The preferred footwear is trainers and trainers. The sporty style is very comfortable, the clothes do not hinder movement. Bright colors are welcome, stripes and small inserts or prints are often used.

As the name suggests, this style is preferred by residents of modern cities. Its characteristic feature is a combination of familiar business clothes and extravagant ultra-fashionable wardrobe items. The style is distinguished by natural fabrics, practicality and convenience.

Among the popular urban style items, a variety of trousers, straight, loose or tapered, are in the lead. They can be of classic length or somewhat shortened. Brand jeans, cocoon coats, intricately cut skirts, bright jackets and jackets will also be relevant. Among the shoes are white sneakers, ballet flats, loafers, sleepers, pumps.

The utilitarian style is a mix of workwear, safari and sportswear. Clothes of this style are distinguished by their practicality and convenience. Among the colors, preference is given to khaki, sand, beige, brown. The combination of "work" overalls with bright accessories is a characteristic image of a utilitarian style. Denim is another common component of this style.

Often people do not pay enough attention to clothing for the home. But it is the home style that reflects the things that a person wears at home. Clothes for the home should be as comfortable as possible, not interfere with free movement and help to relax. Light home suits in various colors, attractive tops, short shorts or, on the contrary, long loose trousers - all this will help you look stylish at home.

In the modern fashion industry, there is a trend towards blurring the boundaries between the sexes. However, clothing styles can vary by gender. It is customary to distinguish three areas of creating a stylish wardrobe, depending on this feature:

• women's clothing;
• clothing for men;
• sexless (unisex, versatile) clothing.

Clothing designed exclusively for women is distinguished by the fact that it emphasizes the characteristics and attractiveness of the female figure. These are feminine wardrobe items that, depending on their belonging to a particular style, can be romantic, practical, purely functional, provocative, sexy and others.

Among the exclusively female clothing styles, several of the most common can be distinguished.

• Barbie. The wardrobe of a fan of this style should include trapezoidal knee-length dresses and coats, flared skirts, shorts, knee-highs. Clothes are complemented by bows, lantern sleeves, pleated details.

• Preppy. For clothing of this style, the prototype is the uniform of college students. The models are distinguished by their elegance and attention to detail.

• Vamp. This style is suitable for a femme fatale. It is distinguished by a dark or deep red color, a deep neckline, a tight-fitting silhouette.

• Ballet. The basis of the airy clothes of this style is the presence of laconic tops combined with fluffy skirts.

• Linen. In appearance, wardrobe items resemble lace underwear, pajamas, nightdresses.

• Erotic. The clothes are designed for girls who want to emphasize the beauty of their figure, but not look vulgar.

A stylish man's wardrobe should contain things that meet his style preferences. Jeans, suits, trousers must be selected in such a way that a man feels not only comfortable, but also looks as presentable as possible. Among the fashionable modern styles for men, several varieties can be distinguished.

• Classic, business, formal style. Provides a formal suit, light shirt and stylish tie.
• Casual, which is subdivided into business casual, smart casual, sports casual. The style does not have clear rules and frameworks, so every man can find something attractive in it.
• Military. The style does not copy the military uniform. He brings clean lines and functional elements to clothing.
• E-boy. The teenage fashion movement of e-boy, involving high-waisted trousers or denim overalls, T-shirts, abundance of chains, sneakers.

Asexual clothing style means that items of clothing do not in any way indicate the gender of the wearer of the clothing. It is equally likely to be worn by both men and women. Among the items of clothing that can be classified as universal:

• jeans;
• shirt;
• T-shirt;
• hoody;
• sweater;
• denim jacket;
• other.

Fashion changes every year, so clothing styles are constantly being transformed: new ones appear, familiar ones improve and change, some cease to attract people and are forgotten. At the beginning of the twentieth century, emancipation was of great importance in the formation of fashionable styles. Women refuse corsets, preferring straight-silhouette dresses. In the 20s of the twentieth century, the main style was Art Deco, which was characterized by a low waist, constructivism and the use of knitwear.

A little later, a gangster style arose, which was adhered to in circles close to the mafia. Men wore dark suits with vests and hats, while women preferred shiny dresses. During the Second World War, clothing became much simpler and more concise.

Christian Dior's New Look style gains popularity after the end of the war, which is characterized by a feminine silhouette with a mid-length fluffy skirt. Once again, the fashion for corsets, emphasizing the wasp waist, is returning.

In the 60s of the twentieth century, the Mods subculture was born, which is the progenitor of the modern hipster movement. The clothes use A-silhouettes, mini-skirts, colored tights, bright colors. Mods was replaced by the hippie style, the distinctive features of which are natural and denim fabrics, floral motifs, long loose skirts, headbands, bell-bottomed trousers.

The 80s were marked by T-shaped clothes, shoulder pads, clothes of "acidic" shades, rhinestones and sequins were actively used. Subcultures such as hip-hop, punk and gothic are emerging and gradually gaining popularity.

The end of the century brought more athletic elements, wider clothing, crop tops and low-waisted sweatpants to clothing. A biker style with chains and an abundance of leather emerges, which youths are happy to pick up.

The fashion of the 2000s builds on what has already happened before, while changing and denying a lot. The main trend in the development of styles in clothing in the 21st century is a mixture of different styles. Among fashionable innovations: a combination of dresses with sneakers or boots, eco-style with classics, burlesque with military. Teenagers prefer American girl and e-boy styles, which allows them to wear comfortable hoodies, cargo, sneakers.

A separate direction is ethnic styles, which are clothes that contain elements of national costumes. For ethnic styles, loose fit and bright colors, as well as the presence of embroidery, ornaments, patterns are characteristic. The first fans of such clothes were representatives of the hippie subculture. For many French women who value elegance in dress especially, ethnic styles are becoming a favorite. Slavs like natural materials, which is why they love things made in an ethnic style. And all over the world, many women like to use elements in their clothes that are inherent in other nationalities.

Along with the widespread and popular ethnic directions (African, Egyptian, Russian, Indian, Oriental), there are also lesser known ones. Among them are:

• Caucasian;
• Bavarian;
• American Indians;
• clothing of northern peoples;
• Scandinavian.

Clothing styles are not created overnight; they take a certain amount of time to develop. They do not remain unchanged, although they retain their basic characteristics. Classic and strict formal styles are always fashionable.... This is due to the fact that many people need to adhere to it, even regardless of personal preference, because this is required by the dress code at work or at a certain event. But also many people adhere to it, because such clothes make you feel like a successful business person.

The street (urban) style remains very popular, which allows you to look chic in almost any situation, but at the same time it is devoid of such severity as in a business style. Military and safari are two more options that do not lose their relevance. It should be noted that grunge is also becoming more and more popular due to the ability to combine very different things. Casual is another trend that will remain fashionable for a long time due to its democratic and volatile nature. In the conditions of the city, it is casual that is one of the most common styles of clothing for residents.

To always look stylish and attractive, it is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of the figure. There is not always a professional stylist nearby who will tell you which clothes will look the most advantageous. Nevertheless, there are general recommendations that will hide the flaws in the figure, and, on the contrary, emphasize the advantages.

For short women, you should pay attention to those style directions that high heels provide. This is a simple but effective method to visually increase your height a little. For small stature, it is worth shifting the waistline - therefore, women who cannot boast of model height should pay attention to high-waisted wardrobe items. A vertical stripe pattern will serve the same purpose.

For overly thin people, buying clothes is a problem. Often you have to adjust the thing you like to fit your figure in the atelier. But it is necessary to adhere to several rules: do not purchase baggy items of clothing, you also need to give up tight models. Of the preferred colors, black is best. It makes the figure neat without emphasizing excessive thinness.

• Despite the fact that opinions about Princess Diana's wardrobe differ too much, many fans are adopting something from her clothing style. Discreet, but there is always something to catch the eye.

• A completely different opinion about more active and open women - Irina Shayk, Marilyn Monroe, Charlize Theron - they put their sexuality in the first place.

• Although among the Hollywood stars there are not very prominent, but very stylish stars. For example, style icons such as Jennifer Lopez and Kylie Jenner.