Are you aware that the first dress was made in Egypt 5000 years ago? It is said that Cleopatra used to wear dresses adorned with semi-precious stones. Wow!!! Isn’t it amazing? I personally like to wear body con. What’s your favorite?
We all like to dress up. Women are Fashion Fluentlyto fashion. Fashion is evolving day by day and has been reaching the horizon. Today, we have so many choices to dress up. Not only can this but the same dress be worn with so many variations.
Shopping is one of the favorite activities of women. On the flip side, Fashion has become complicated to talk about. Are you one of those people who knows exactly what is the difference between the gown and the maxi? What makes Coat different from the Blazer? What is the body con?
Believe me! It’s not as simple as it sounds. There are many terms that we misused. There must be some predefined differences that we try to locate in this article. Let’s get ready!!
Couture
Pronounce with me first, it’s too TOOR. Couture clothes are those which are designed for you, sewn for you, and fitted for you like your wedding dresses. They are always expensive, made of delicate garments and extensive handwork makes them pricier.
Ensemble
Note carefully! It includes clothing, jewelry, and footwear. The whole look is called the ensemble but it does not include the body or the wearer. It is more of an imaginative thing than how an ensemble would look on different types of bodies and colors. So what you are not wearing, is an ensemble.
Outfit
Unlike an ensemble, an outfit includes body-wearing clothes with complementing jewelry and footwear. Does it make sense to you? Let’s elaborate a little more. An outfit is more personal. Our body, hair, complexions, footwear, and jewelry make a good outfit. So, what you are wearing is an outfit. What a relief! You got it.
Gown
. In general, Gown is a more formal piece of garment than a Maxi. A gown is normally worn at weddings, balls, and other formal occasions. A gown is one entire dress from the upper body to the entire lower. It’s floor-length attire. Formally, a gown has a low-cut neckline and is paired with a piece of jewelry and gloves.
Maxi dress
Maxis can be worn on both occasions, formal or informal. It is similar to a gown but it can be less expensive. It can be made of lightweight and breathable fabrics like lawn, linen, or cotton. it can be worn on both formal and informal occasions to fit from the top and get loose as it goes down the body.
Skirt
According to summer trends 2022, Miniskirts are in fashion. Printed skirts with plain loose tops are my favorites. Let’s dig in more about skirts. It is a garment that starts from the waist and covers the leg. It has no division from the middle like pants. Skirts with different lengths are a little technical because all of them have different terms.
- A skirt that ends at the hips is Micro Skirt.
2. A skirt that is above your knee, is Mini Skirt.
3. A skirt that ends between the knee and your legs is Midi Skirt
4. A skirt that reaches the ankle is Maxi Skirt.
5. A skirt that either reaches the floor or touches it, is Full Skirts
Top
As its name implies, a piece of clothing that covers the upper human body is called a Top. Top with different styles has different names. Let’s share a few of them to satisfy your curiosity.
- An off-shoulder top with a deep or lower neckline is a Bardot top.
- A long sleeves top with a deep armhole that narrows toward your wrist is known as a Batwing top.
- A bra-looking top is Bralette.
- A top that barely covers your stomach is a Crop Top.
- A waist-length top is called a Tank Top.
Gosh! It is a never-ending list.
Blouse
In the US, a blouse is referred to as a loose garment similar to a shirt. It resembles a shirt with a smaller collar, sleeves, and buttons but is worn by women. A blouse is also a known Subcontinent attire that is paired with a Saree. Due to weather conditions, it is among the comfy wears. A blouse with a saree is a fitted garment that shows all curves of your body.
Cardigan
It is an extra layer of clothes which is made of wool. A cardigan has an open front, unlike a sweater.
Camisole
It is a spaghetti strap and a sleeveless undershirt. It is a modest garment that people wear under see-through dresses.
Bodice
A piece of garment that is fitted and extends from neck to waist. In simpler words, a garment that covers the upper part of the body is called Bodice.
Halter Dress
Halter or Halter neck dress; is a style of straps on women’s dresses. The straps run from the neck and leave the back uncovered or backless. This style has been popular for past many years.
Body-Con Dress
Body con stands for Body Conscious. It is a tight hugging attire that exposes your body and its curves. They are versatile, and edgy, and bring out the best in you! Body con can vary in length and style but it suits best hourglass body shape.
Jumpsuit
With a slimmer waist and wide hips and chest, Jumpsuit is your perfect dress. It is a one-piece garment with an attached shirt with trousers. A generous range of colors, styles, and patterns make it a must-have outfit.
Chinos
It is neither a pant nor jeans. It is cotton Khaki pants that are equally suitable for dressing up or dressing down. They are never pleated or have an extra seam.
Off–the–Shoulder
Dresses that expose the shoulders are off-the-shoulder dresses. Such outfits are great for those who want to reveal their shoulders and arms but don’t want a strapless look.
A-Line Dress
An A-line dress, as its name implies, is fit from the chest and waist but gradually flares out toward the hem. Such dresses are perfect for both dress-up and dress-down looks.
Wrap Dress
A dress that has a front closure and wraps on the other side is known as a Wrap dress. Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton has often been seen in such dresses. The dress creates the illusion of an hourglass body shape even if you don’t have one.
High- Low Dress
It is a disproportionate dress that has a longer back and shorter front. Normally pair it with high heels or a platform to avoid the dress touching the ground.
Sheath Dress
A straight cut squeezed at the waistline with no visible seam is called a Sheath dress. This dress mainly sits at the knee or a little above. It perfectly shows off your glamorous body curves.
Smock Dress
A dress with smocking is a smock dress. Do you know what smocking is? Smocking is an embroidery technique that is used in the cuffs, bodices, and necklines of a dress. In it, the fabric is sewn in such a way that it can be easily stretched.
Ball Gown
A flattering gown at a ball is a ball gown, right? It is a formal dress that touches the ground and adds a wow to your glamorous look.
Mermaid Silhouette Dress
An impeccable attire for a formal occasion. As its name suggests it looks like a mermaid from the bottom. The dress is long and straight from the top but flares out into a wider shape like a mermaid tail.
T-shirt Dress
A shirt that sits just above the knees is a t-shirt dress. Remember! A t-shirt is a round neck and loosely fitted garment.
Tube Dress
It is a perfect summer dress with no straps. It covers from the chest to above the knees. The dress can make you look cool and seductive at the same time.
Blazer Dress
A nice double-breasted dress that is perfect for a business meeting. The dress looks like a blazer but you’ll wear it as a dress.
Empire Fit Dress
Are you a petite-looking girl? This dress will make you look flawless. Empire fit dress hugs the slimmest part of the torso and flares out at the bottom. It creates an illusion of long legs.
Kimono Dress
A traditional Japanese dress is still part of modern fashion. It has long sleeves and a wraparound closure.
One Shoulder Dress
A dress characterized by a single shoulder. Either chose a full sleeve or a strap, and you are all set to rock.
Bandage Dress
It is similar to a body con dress. But it got its name due to its ‘bandage-style layering sewn together.
Pouf Dress
Did you sense its style? A pouf dress is a girlish dress that is narrow at the waist and flares out at the bottom.
