29 Jun Various Types Of a Dress Silhouette

There are various clothes for different bodies. You should be careful to choose the best dress according to your body. So you are always attractive and in style. If you are one of those people who are interested in the fashion industry, it is good to know about many terms and their history. One of these terms is dress silhouette. In this article, we will talk about the types of clothing silhouettes and their various style. 

Silhouette dress

The outline of some dresses is like an hourglass. We call this outline a silhouette. So the silhouette of the dress means how the overall shape of your body is shown when you wear a dress. For example, the A-line silhouette is a shadow like the letter A, and the Bell silhouette is a bell-shaped shadow.

Different dress silhouettes are used to emphasize or highlight important parts of the body shape. For example, some silhouettes, such as a-line shirts or puffy dresses, are designed to show the waist more, so what body type are they good for? That’s right, apple-shaped bodies that don’t have a defined waist. Meanwhile, others such as the empire dress or the shift dress (pinafore dress or simple short straight dress without sleeves) draw attention away from the waist and are therefore suitable for very narrow waists.

With the help of the silhouette, the designer understands what kind of clothes to design for each body. For example, when a person with a pear-shaped body comes to him, the designer knows that he should use silhouettes that make his head and chest appear wider, and he goes for clothes whose silhouette balances it.

Types of dress silhouettes and their features

A-line; A shadow like a letter A

The A-line silhouette was first invented by Christian Dior, a famous fashion designer. A-line is one of the most popular types of dress silhouettes; Because it looks great with almost all body shapes. The A-line silhouette fits in the upper body and gradually widens towards the skirt. Therefore, it defines the waist and makes the hips look wider. Its length can be from above the knee to the ankle.

However, it is more common up to the knee and maxi is not so common. The shadow of this dress creates a triangular shape similar to the letter A. It is suitable for casual situations, But you can also wear it in semi-formal situations.

Princess, An angelic shadow

The puffy or princess silhouette ( ball gown ) is somewhat similar to the lined silhouette; Because the top is proportional and the skirt is wide. The difference between them is that princesses have puffier skirts and are more suitable for wedding dresses.

A princess silhouette with layers of extra embellishments like net, scallop, lace, pleated ruffles and silk gives you a Disney princess look. One of the reasons for its popularity is its flexibility; it is suitable for almost anybody. For example, pear-shaped women can hide their hips well under the puffy skirt of this dress. This silhouette is formal and is used for wedding dresses or special parties.

Empire; A long and attractive shade

The empire silhouette has a clear characteristic, and that is the waistline, which is placed exactly under the bust. This silhouette fits in the bust and flares out from there. Since the waist of the dress is higher than your actual waist, your lower body will appear longer. This silhouette is perfect for women who want to draw attention away from their waist. Empire silhouette is formal and you can use this style in weddings or formal gatherings.

Straight silhouette; To emphasize the curves of the body

This silhouette, which is called Sheath, fits perfectly from top to bottom and is not baggy anywhere. So, it easily emphasizes the curves of the body. If you have an hourglass body, this silhouette is for you. They usually make it with grooves so that you can move easily. Its length is just below the knee and usually does not pass through the leg. However, the maxi is also available today. This silhouette is suitable for formal and semi-formal situations.

Shift; Appropriate but comfortable clothes

The shift silhouette is something like a pinafore dress. A straight and usually sleeveless dress that goes straight down from the shoulder, but is not boxy; It means that it is slightly curved in the waist, hips and legs of the skirt. So, it creates enough space for the skin to breathe. This silhouette is more suitable for casual situations.

Fish; A beautiful shade like a mermaid

The silhouette of a fish or a mermaid, which is one of the most common types of dress silhouettes for wedding dresses or gowns, has a wonderful beauty. This model is tight up to about 5 cm above the knee, and from there on, it becomes completely wide; So if you watch its shadow on the wall, it will look like an hourglass or a mermaid tail in the lower part of the body. 

The fish model is always maxi and sometimes they consider a very long tail for it. It also has a long zipper and you have to wear it from the bottom because the knee part is too narrow to pass through the chest. It emphasizes the curves of the body well and if you have wider shoulders than the lower body, it will balance your body beautifully. This silhouette is also called a trumpet. The fish model is quite formal and there is always someone who wears this model in every formal event, especially weddings.

A shadow like a tent

Another type of clothing silhouette is the tent silhouette. This model is similar to the A-line silhouette, except that the edges of the skirt are pleated and slightly wider. This dress is usually knee-length and does not fall below it. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t make a midi if you like. Its style is casual and not suitable for formal gatherings.

A pencil, Slim and perfectly proportioned

The pencil silhouette has smooth and narrow cuts and fits perfectly. No part of it is loose and of course, it is not sticky like a sheath. It can be short or above the knee. Depending on the design, it can be formal, semi-formal or casual.

A shadow like a bell

This silhouette is sometimes considered similar to the princess model. There is no particular difference; Only Bell’s model can be simpler and does not use net or additional decorations. On the other hand, the bell model can be short or long, while the princess model is usually a midi or maxi. The upper part of this silhouette is tight, but the skirt is wide and flared. The shadow of this silhouette creates a bell-like shape on the wall. It is suitable for formal and semi-formal gatherings.

A shadow like a letter T

This silhouette has short sleeves and if you open your arms, it creates a shadow on the wall of the letter T. An example of that is the t-shirts we wear. It is quite casual and not suitable for formal gatherings.

Charleston; The iconic silhouette of the Flapper era

The Charleston dress silhouette is almost proportional in the upper part and the edge of the skirt has a square shape. The whole dress is loose and the most obvious feature is the waistline, which is on the hip instead of the waist. The Charleston top is not as tight as the Bell silhouette, and the whole dress is not as narrow as the pencil silhouette. In the 1920s, this silhouette was called a flapper and had an iconic style. It was especially popular in America. This dress is also for formal occasions.

Hourglass, For bodies with a defined waist

This dress silhouette is attached at the waist and can have a seam or belt or any other horizontal decoration in this area. This dress silhouette is perfect for people with a narrow waist and emphasizes the curves of the body. You can wear it in formal or casual situations depending on the model on which it goes.

Asymmetric; A shadow with diagonal lines

This dress silhouette has an oblique cut and its right side is not the same as its left. If you see its shadow, it has diagonal lines on the skirt or collar. Most bodies can use this dress silhouette. It is more suitable for formal and informal gatherings.

Fit and flare; Both proportionate and spacious

This attractive dress silhouette is both flare and well-fitting. It is similar to the A-line silhouette, but its skirt is not as long as the A-line flare. Its long model is somewhat similar to the fish model and becomes flare from the knee; But its space is more than the fish model, which makes you move freely. This dress silhouette is suitable for both formal and semi-formal occasions.

To wrap up

Silhouette means shadow and describes the overall shape that a garment creates on your body. Before deciding on the details, colour and style of the dress, it’s the silhouette that determines which outline suits your figure. If you don’t have the opportunity or patience to wash your clothes, you can count on the specialized NeatEx team. NeatEx washes your clothes best and ensures you have clean and tidy clothes. Don’t damage your valuable clothes with improper washing. With the most advanced tools and the latest knowledge, we will deliver your clothes of the best quality as soon as possible.