The document discusses various styles of dresses, necklines, collars, sleeves, skirts, pants, jackets and coats. It provides examples of classic styles within each category. For dresses, the three main styles are sheath, shift and princess dresses. For necklines, examples given are jewel, crew, cowl, bateau and sweetheart necklines. The document also discusses styles of collars, sleeves, skirts, pants, jackets and coats.
The document discusses various styles of dresses, necklines, collars, sleeves, skirts, pants, jackets and coats. It provides examples of classic styles within each category. For dresses, the three main styles are sheath, shift and princess dresses. For necklines, examples given are jewel, crew, cowl, bateau and sweetheart necklines. The document also discusses styles of collars, sleeves, skirts, pants, jackets and coats.
The document discusses various styles of dresses, necklines, collars, sleeves, skirts, pants, jackets and coats. It provides examples of classic styles within each category. For dresses, the three main styles are sheath, shift and princess dresses. For necklines, examples given are jewel, crew, cowl, bateau and sweetheart necklines. The document also discusses styles of collars, sleeves, skirts, pants, jackets and coats.
The document discusses various styles of dresses, necklines, collars, sleeves, skirts, pants, jackets and coats. It provides examples of classic styles within each category. For dresses, the three main styles are sheath, shift and princess dresses. For necklines, examples given are jewel, crew, cowl, bateau and sweetheart necklines. The document also discusses styles of collars, sleeves, skirts, pants, jackets and coats.
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STYLES Dresses have the main item of female apparel in the Western Hemisphere for centuries. Dresses were called a robe or a gown. The are three types classic dresses are: 1. Sheath: a close-fitting dress that is shaped by darts. 2. Shift: a loose fitting dress 3. Princess: a close-fitting, flared dress that is shaped by seams Neckline Styles A neckline refers to the area around the neck and shoulders. Before the 20th century, garments from the same period all had similar necklines. Today fashion features many different types of necklines in a season. Classic neckline styles are: a. Jewel: round neckline that makes a good background for jewelry and necklaces. b. Crew: is a high, round neckline finished with a knit band/ rib collar. c. Cowl: Usually part of shirt of dress that is cut on the bias to make the neckline drape better. Cowl means softly draped. Originally it was a hooded garment worn by monks. d. Bateau: French word for boat. e. Sweetheart: is moderately low and heart- shaped in the front. f. Halter: consists of a sleeveless a drawstring or band. The shoulders and back are bare. Collar Styles A collar is a separate piece of fabric that is attached to the neckline of a garment. It can be small or large, stand-up or fold-over, soft or stiff. Most collars are permanently attached. Classic Collar styles: a. Shirt collar/ Button down collar b. Convertible collar c. Notched collar d. Shawl collar e. Mandarin collar f. Peter Pan collar Sleeve Styles Primitive clothing had sleeves that were cut with the garment in one piece. In the Middle Ages, the set-in-sleeve became popular. Today we wear many different types of Sleeves. a. Set in sleeve: is joined to the garment by an armhole seam that circles the arm near the shoulder. b. Raglan sleeve: has a front and back diagonal seam that extends from the neckline to the armhole. c. Kimono sleeve: is cut in one piece with the front and the back of the garment.Dolman Sleeves / Batwing Sleeves Skirt Styles Today a skirt is described as a separate piece of clothing that can be worn with any style of top. However, from medieval times until the 18th century, dresses were usually made with separate skirts and bodices. In the 1870’s, women began to wear tailored suits with separate skirts and jackets. Skirts can be straight, flared or full. Darts, gathers, pleats, or seams shape them. a. Dirndl b. Gored c. Wrap Pants In ancient times, Persian and Anglo-Saxon men wore pants. However, the pant was not used until the late 1800’s. At that time, it meant outer garments worn by men and boys. Today both men and women wear pants. Pant styles vary in width as well as length. a. Flared (bellbottoms) b. Straight c. Tapered d. Bermuda e. Culottes f. Leggings Jacket and Coat Styles The word coat comes from the English word cloak, which was a large piece of fabric. It was wrapped around the body over outer clothing to keep the wearer warm. The term jacket comes from the French word jaquette, which means little coat. Today jacket usually means an outer layer of clothing that is hip-length or slightly longer or shorter. A jacket can be worn as an outer layer or under a coat. Jackets and coats can be single breasted or double breasted. Classic jacket styles: a. Blazer: solid-colored jacket that can be single or double breasted. b. Cardigan: a collarless jacket or sweater that buttons down the front. -THANKYOU-
