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    Week 2 - DRESSES

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    Technical drawing Illustrator for dresess

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    DRESSES

    SILHOUETTES
    HOURGLASS LOW WAIST EMPIRE
    TERMINOLOGY
    silhouettes - straight/sheath/hourglass,A-line, shift,
    low waist, empire

    • style 1 – hourglass sleeveless style, boat neckline


    with facing, centre front seam, armhole panel,
    armhole princess panel, under arm dart, waistband,
    tab, button, side pocket, pocket panel, side panel,
    darts, blind hem

    • style 2 – low waist style with a flared hemline,


    halter neckline with binding on neck and armhole,
    armhole princess panels, inverted pleats

    • style 3 – empire style, round neck with facing,


    gathered head flared sleeve
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
    DRESSES FOR A BODY SHAPE
    A basic dress can have variety of looks
    depending on style details. Different colours,
    prints, and position of the bodice darts (side
    darts vs neck darts) create two entirely
    different looks. Add flared skirts, full sleeves
    or collars and you have an endless variety of
    fashions.
    Both these dresses have the same silhouette
    – simple and fitted with a natural waistline –
    but differ in style details and fabrications.
    Knowing your body is key to finding styles that suit your shape. Whatever your shape, discovering
    flattering dresses for your figure will help you look and feel fabulous.
    APPLE SHAPE
    Apple shape - if you’re fuller around the
    middle with little definition at the waist –
    with an average to large bust size and
    broader upper arms and shoulders.

    Tunic dresses or shift dress styles suit the


    apple shape as their structure keeps eyes
    from drifting to the mid-section of the
    body. Swing styles are also flattering, with a
    fuller skirt and short hem length balancing
    out the body shape to create the illusion
    of a smaller waistline.
    Pear shape – carries weight on the bottom half PEAR SHAPE
    of the body, with hips wider than the
    shoulders, a petite upper half and defined waist.
    The goal is to balance out your body and
    accentuate the top half. The most effective way
    is by opting for wide hem dresses that skim
    the hips and thighs.

    Fit and flare dress styles are the perfect


    dresses for pear shaped bodies as they hide
    the bottom half with flattering shapes for
    wider hips. Long sleeved dresses, patterned
    sleeves or embellished necklines and shoulders,
    can also draw attention to the upper body.
    Inverted triangle shape – the top half of the
    body is wider than the bottom, with
    I N V E RT E D T R I A N G L E
    broader shoulders, narrow hips and a large
    bust. The aim is to understate the upper
    half of the body and add more shape to the
    bottom.
    Tunic dresses with a wider hem to balance
    out the body or floaty maxi dresses create
    the illusion of fuller hips and thighs.
    Choose fabric and fit that accommodates
    your ample assets. Wrap dresses in stretch
    jersey or shape-skimming chiffon are ideal
    for creating the illusion of an hourglass
    shape by balancing out the body and
    drawing eyes to your waist.
    R E C TA N G L E S H A P E
    Rectangle shape – is well-proportioned
    with small hips small shoulders and no
    defined waist. This straight, elongated
    silhouette with a small bust has many
    advantages, as anything suits your shape or
    flatters your figure.
    Skater dresses are a good option, as the
    clinched waist and full skirt helps create
    some curves and an hourglass silhouette.
    Sleeveless dresses are also perfect for
    showing off long arms and shoulders.
    Hourglass shape – has a clearly defined
    waist and well-proportioned hips and bust.
    HOURGLASS SHAPE
    Women with this shape have an equal
    width at the top and bottom of their body.
    Fitted and belted styles are more flattering
    as they help define the waist and showcase
    your shape.
    Vintage style fit and flare dresses
    accentuate your assets by clinching your
    waist. Modern midi dresses are a hip-
    hugging update on the 50s-inspired wiggle
    dress (worn by Marilyn Monroe). Wrap
    dresses are also perfect as they draw
    attention to your waistline and define your
    bust without any unwanted volume.

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