Cardigans

Cardigans

Cardigans

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Content
  1. Cardigan - what is it?
  2. A bit of history
  3. Models
  4. Types of sleeves
  5. Transforming Cardigans
  6. Popular colors
  7. With print
  8. Color combinations: two-color and three-color models
  9. Fashion trends

Appearing in the women's wardrobe, for too long we have associated a cardigan with a boring part of a business image or an element of American American housewives' wardrobe. Fortunately, modern designers have managed to modernize the cardigan, giving it a stylish modern look, a new form and texture. This made it an integral part of modern stylish images. No matter what style you stick to, the cardigan will surely be able to fit into your wardrobe, skillfully complementing and decorating it.

Cardigan - what is it?

A classic cardigan is a knitted jacket without a collar, which is fastened with a row of buttons and has two pockets in front. As a rule, it has a V-shaped notch, but it also meets rounded.

Modern cardigans have moved away a little from this frame, now they can be either with buttons or without them, they may not have pockets, and their shape can vary. Often the length of the cardigan comes to mid-thigh, but it can be both shorter and longer. Therefore, today's cardigans can replace a jacket, jacket or even a coat.

A bit of history

Initially, the cardigan was designed to be worn by a soldier under uniform uniforms, it served as an indispensable insulant during the war. He came up with the English Lord James Thomas Bridnell, 7th Earl of Cardigan, after whom the product was named.

In the 40-50s of the last century, he appeared in the wardrobe of civilians, both men and women, and since then has taken pride of place in it.

It is worth remembering at least the famous photo shoot of Merlin Monroe in a chic beige cardigan. It is still copied by designers around the world.

Of course, every year fashion trends changed and cardigans were constantly changing. Over time, the cardigan has become what we know it today. But the traditional model can still be found in the business wardrobe of people who prefer the classics.

Models

Classic

Modern classic cardigan is a knitted jacket with a number of buttons.. It necessarily has no collar, but there are patch pockets. True, in modern models these distinctive features are not necessarily present.

In the style of "boho"

Boho style is a mix of vintage clothing, safari and ethno style. He professes convenience and comfort, so the boho cardigan must be sewn of natural fabric, be free and flowing.

In the cold season it can be a knitted cardigan, preferably handmade. Volumetric coarse binding, mix of multi-colored yarn, “natural” natural shades are welcomed.

Since the boho style implies a multi-layered, the fur vest over the cardigan looks especially elegant.

In the summer you should prefer a light flying cardigan made of cotton, lace or chiffon. It can be supplemented with fringe, embroidery, various suede or leather inserts.

Overseas

Soft, comfortable, volumetric model is very popular. It can be knitted or knitted, with buttons or without. The beauty of the volumetric cardigan is that it easily complements both everyday and festive images..

Can replace any outerwear.It is especially relevant in the autumn season, supplemented by a volumetric dream, it looks very stylish, and you will feel warm and comfortable.

Asymmetric models

For several seasons in a row, an asymmetric cardigan is an interesting accent of any fashionable image. Its hem can be draped in beautiful folds or be cut sharply.

Asymmetric models are both short and long, dense and light, translucent and voluminous.. The standard length of an asymmetric cardigan ends in the knee area.

It fits easily into both casual and business style, combining with any clothing. These can be skirts, jeans, pants or dresses.

No buttons

A buttonless cardigan is suitable for any type of figure, it is comfortable and stylish. Due to the variety of models, any girl will be able to choose a cardigan that suits her.

A cropped cardigan can be worn with a dress or skirt, and an elongated model will complement the casual look with jeans or pants..

If necessary, you can emphasize the waist with a belt. But this technique is suitable for thin light cardigans, you should not use it for oversized models.

With buttons

This model is suitable for almost any occasion, regardless of the season.. In the fall and winter, it can be worn under outerwear, and worn instead of a jacket in the spring, simply by undoing the buttons.

It will help to make an image in a business style, or youth and stylish. In short, this is an absolutely universal thing.

With braids

A volumetric warm cardigan with braids can easily replace a raincoat or coat. It is simply indispensable in the autumn wardrobe! The braid pattern adds elegance to the image, making it sophisticated and stylish.

Give preference to wool or mohair, which will help you feel comfortable and warm. You can choose the color scheme at your discretion, but the most versatile are the rich shades of fallen leaves, chocolate and cream colors, all gray sweats and classic black.

Types of sleeves

Vtachnoy

The most popular type of sleeve, found on cardigans of any style. This is the usual arm-fitting sleeve sewn to the product around the shoulder.

Raglan

Originally used only in sportswear. Today it can often be found in casual clothes and cardigans, in particular. It gives softness and roundness to the shoulders, making the silhouette more subtle.

Off shoulder

Often can be found in models of free cut, regardless of the selected material. Makes the image cozy and relaxed.

"Bat"

Sleeve without a shoulder seam with a wide and deep armhole. Often found on cocoon cardigans.

"Dolman"

It resembles a "bat", because it also has a wide armhole, but the sleeve itself is separated from the bodice, and is narrower, even slightly skintight.

Transforming Cardigans

The idea of ​​a transforming cardigan is not new, but it never loses its relevance. Some models can be worn in 15 ways, which, you see, a lot!

He can play the role of not only the cardigan, but also sweaters, blouses, sweaters or kimonos. It can even be worn around the neck like a scarf, because it is usually sewn from lightly flowing fabric. Sometimes more dense knitwear is used, which will be relevant in the winter season.

The transforming cardigan can be draped every day in a new way, each time getting a new unusual look.

Popular colors

Black

Ideal for creating business style images, because a short or slightly elongated model can easily replace a jacket.

Black cardigans and jeans and simple t-shirts and t-shirts will look great in casual looks.

The model of dense knitting will be good in the deep autumn, because it can be worn instead of outerwear. Try to mix in the images of light and dark tones, so as not to look too gloomy. Especially well it will complement the bright, shiny outfits, make look calm and sophisticated.

Whites

The white cardigan is versatile, it will make any look fresh and multi-faceted.. Like the black cardigan, white will fit into the business look, complement the festive and casual look.

In the summer, in the company to a white cardigan, it is worth choosing pastel and bright shades, and in the fall or winter it is better to give preference to the saturated, muffled color scale. In other matters, the white color is successfully combined with any shades, so there is practically no risk of making a mistake.

Gray

Neutral and practical thing that can be a backdrop for bright things, or complement a neutral color scheme. Both in summer and in winter, cold shades of purple, blue, and blue will make him a good company.

It is suitable for images in casual style, which never goes out of fashion. It will be a good companion for a feminine evening out, when you need to throw a warm thing on your shoulders.

Green

Green is the color of life, nature and freshness. It looks very impressive and stylish. It can be combined with various shades of lilac, brown, burgundy. Of course, the perfect combination is classic black and white.

In the summer, add bright colors, wearing a light green cardigan with yellow, pink or orange clothes..

Yellow

Yellow color is suitable for creating a good mood, it will help to realize the most beautiful and bright images. True, he can also become quite audacious and outspoken, for example, in combination with blue.

But yellow and gray look very elegant, so this tandem is suitable for work.

Blue

Any shade of blue is not particularly picky and active, so it is combined with almost all colors. The most successful combinations are blue with white, red, yellow, brown and pink.

Blue cardigan is perfect for everyday, business and festive looks.. It is combined with skirts, dresses, trousers, jeans. The most important thing is to find your universal shade that will emphasize your natural beauty.

Blue

A blue cardigan is capable of effectively complementing a top or blouse, this is a special piece of clothing that will complement many images. Since blue is close to neutral colors, it goes well with both cold and warm shades..

Romantic style images will look especially good when you need to look feminine and sophisticated.

Red

A red cardigan looks both comfortable and bold. If you wear it to work, combine with neutral colors. Naturally, the favorites will be black, white and gray.

A red cardigan will liven up a boring everyday look, especially if it is effective, it will look with leather clothing.

Go on a date? Complement the romantic dress with an airy dress of pastel color with a red cardigan to give the image brightness and sexuality.

Maroon

Burgundy is an elegant and noble shade that demonstrates your solidity and self-confidence. Therefore, a burgundy cardigan will perfectly fit into a business image if you need to show your “iron grip”.

Also, he will easily complement the daily or evening look, becoming an ornament of your image. Prefer burgundy cardigan in the cold season, when you want to make the image cozy and comfortable.

With print

Printed cardigans are very popular at any time of the year. Geometric print is popular - diamonds, stripes, large and small peas.

For the summer, you can choose a cardigan with a floral print in the form of leaves, roses and other natural motifs. It is the best of all to combine such cardigans with clothes of neutral colors, making it a highlight of the image.

Color combinations: two-color and three-color models

In fashion cardigans, made in the color block technique. Remember that this technique does not necessarily imply a combination of bright, screaming colors. It may well be calm colors, which will look good in a business style.For example, blue and white, beige and black will look inconspicuous, but original. Bright cardigans are suitable for everyday looks, when you definitely need to stand out or refresh your look.

Also popular are cardigans made in the ombre technique.. It involves a smooth transition from one color to another. The ombre cardigan looks very stylish and spectacular, especially this technique is often used to create three-dimensional models connected in the lalo technique.

Of course, stripes never go out of fashion.. It can be both classic black and white, and color. Particularly original multi-colored models that can revive any image.

Fashion trends

The main feature of cardigans 2016 is a shortened sleeve. This trend is especially relevant for summer and spring models, which is very convenient. The cardigan itself can be of any cut, sewn from any fabric. A combination of several textures is welcome.

In the trend of the model with large and small pattern. Often these are free models that sometimes look very baggy. They are easy to combine with jeans, trousers and narrow skirts of different lengths. Virtually any model can be supplemented with a narrow or wide belt that will accentuate the waist.

Also, designers delight us with fashionable novelties - poncho cardigans, which combine the advantages of these two beautiful products.. Button closures make them practical and comfortable.

The most relevant printed patterns with stripes or with various geometric patterns..

Remember that a cardigan is an incredibly stylish thing, therefore, whatever model you choose, you will look great in it in any situation!

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