The Versatility Of Tunic Style Dresses

By Etta Bowen


Tunics have been worn for centuries, with the basic shape surviving whilst style, color and fabrics changed over time. Women today consider tunic style dresses as a wardrobe staple and have many ways to dress them up or down with the use of the right accessories. They can be successfully worn by women of all ages and shapes too, as long as the styles, colors and patterns are carefully selected to compliment their body.

The styles and colors available appeal to every taste. Patterns may be anything from bold and floral to single colors, color blocks or small polka dots. A bright floral pattern is more suited to casual wear but a single dark color like red or black works well for evening wear. Patterns are also chosen to compliment body types with geometric patterns, for example, working well to draw attention away from problem areas.

There are also a wide choice of fabrics available. Most of these are light in weight and comfortable to wear. Cotton is always popular and is suited to more casual activities. Silk is an elegant choice for evening wear and looks glamorous when combined with special accessories. Linen is another option that feels cool and looks classy. A jersey knit looks good on a straight figure, giving the appearance of curves.

Some lengths are also more flattering than others when it comes to body types and height. A length that is just above the knee is most common. However, tall people are able to wear longer styles and a shorter version can be unflattering. A short person, on the other hand, may be overwhelmed by one that is too long.

Body shapes are so different and this inevitably means that what looks great on one person does not suit another. Someone with a larger stomach will often need to select a looser cut to conceal it. Someone with an hourglass figure is able to wear a close fitting style. An A-line shape often looks best on women with larger hips and thighs.

One of the most important things needed to make a tunic as versatile as possible, is the proper accessories. Accessories offer a way to immediately change the look of such a garment. Adding an eye-catching necklace or pendant can transform it from casual to formal wear. A belt can be added to accentuate the waist. Flats or sandals can be changed to high heels for office or evening wear. Handbags and purses also contribute to pulling a particular look together.

Layering has become extremely popular and people are layering all sorts of garments together. These dresses can also be very effectively used this way by teaming them up with skinny jeans or leggings. They are less successfully worn over skirts and wearing them with baggy pants usually makes them very unflattering.

These garments can be worn on many different occasions. They can be relaxed and yet also look professional. One in dark colors paired with high heels, dark leggings and elegant accessories is great for evening wear. When paired with high heels and smart skinny pants, they look great in the work place. These items are available from many online stores today enabling buyers to easily compare styles and prices.




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