Sundress as an element of school uniform
The history of school uniforms began in the 19th century with the introduction of common standards of civil and military uniforms, including for gymnasium students. Initially, a single form was intended for boys in the image and likeness of military uniforms.
Subsequently, with the advent of women's educational institutions (gymnasiums, boarding houses), a single female form emerged. At first, it was a dress in a strict style, as closed as possible and “equalizing” everyone, despite the class and belonging to the ranks. Moreover, girls of different age groups had the form of their own color, additions in the form of a color belt and apron (apron) were allowed.
Next, the school uniform was abolished, then re-introduced, modified with regard to time and fashion.
Dress as an element of school uniform appeared in our country since the late 90s, when the school uniform was canceled completely, and in 1999. they tried to introduce again not everywhere, but already in some regions and some educational institutions.
School dress immediately loved by millions of schoolgirls because of its versatility and convenience.
Modern fashion trends and cut allowed this type of school uniforms for girls to become a real hit.
Styles and models
The range of school sundresses is replete with diversity and a huge choice. Most popular models:
- A sundress of a direct cut on wide straps of "washing" or "vest" look. This model varies in length and trim details - patch pockets, flaps, belt loops, shoulder straps, ruffles, decorative bows, bow ties, etc.
- A dress-dress is distinguished by a closed cut, in the form of a dress, it happens with a different type of neck, with a turn-down collar or a stand-up collar, a corset cut.
- Dress with flared skirt. Skirts in such models can be in the form of a “trapeze”, a skirt-sun, half-sun, flared, year. The top of the dress can be deaf, or on the straps, with ruffles, with drapes, with zippers or buttons. To this category can be attributed models with pleated skirt.
- Transforming sundress is a combination of a skirt, connected with buttons or a zipper with a vest. Also here are sundresses, coupled with an apron, which can be worn together or separately.
For high school students is offered a range of more feminine images, taking into account the features of the formed figure. For younger girls, the model features practicality and a small amount of additional details.
Colors
The color solution of sundresses for schoolgirls is also distinguished by a large variability. Basically, the favorites are plain models of classic "business" tones - black, brown, dark blue, blue, purple, dark green, burgundy, beige, gray, etc. In addition, fashionable sundresses in a thin and large strip, a cage, with a “goose foot” print, any geometric small and inconspicuous patterns of the fabric.
The choice of the color of the uniform sundress for the school largely determines the charter of the school to which your child goes. The dress code and permissible colors for school uniforms are spelled out in the statutes of each school.
If the school does not adhere to a specific dress code, then the choice of a color palette of a sundress should be made, based on considerations of practicality and the type of appearance and figure of the schoolgirl.
Materials
High quality fabrics are used for school uniforms due to the fact that:
- School sundress should be practical to wear and care;
- The durable and durable material of which the sundress is made is preferable, since the child spends most of the time at school and, accordingly, in uniform.
- The fabric of the sundress should not be creased as much as possible;
- Comply with the requirements of Rospotrebnadzor.
In addition, not the last role is played by the ability of shrinkage of the fabric after washing, ironing, dry cleaning.
The fabric must meet the requirements of comfort and convenience, first of all, for the child himself.
We will dwell more on the requirements of Rospotrebnadzor imposed on fabrics for school uniforms:
- Hygroscopicity;
- Air permeability;
- Moisture absorption;
- Non-toxic.
In other words, the fabric for school uniforms should pass air well, i.e. “Breathe” and absorb moisture, while having a low toxicity index.
For sewing sundresses for school uniforms, mainly natural fabrics with the addition of artificial fibers (for example, viscose, polyester, elastane, other synthetics, etc.) are used, since all-natural fabrics quickly wear out and crumple. The percentage of additives in the fabric should not exceed 30-40%, the base should be natural.
Along with the usual fabrics, sarafans from knitted and knitted fabrics have become very popular. Attention should also be paid to the quality of the cut and the details of the finish, the quality of the seams and the accessories.
Manufacturers
Leading manufacturers of school uniforms each year offer original models for all ages of schoolchildren, successfully applying modern technologies and fashion trends.
St. Petersburg company "Little Lady" since 2000. It makes little fashionistas happy not only with school clothes for all occasions, but also with collections of holiday clothes and seasonal clothes. The collection approach favorably distinguishes the model range of school uniforms for girls, ranging from first-graders to graduates. In tailoring only quality materials and accessories are used, which ensures a great demand from parents and their children.
The Russian company Cleverly is distinguished by its designer approach to the development of clothes for schoolchildren of all ages. Originality, high quality and style will not leave indifferent, above all, the students themselves.
The Polish brand “Sly” enjoys the same success with admirers of a fresh look at children's and teenage clothes of classic style. The entire range of models is carefully thought out with regard to comfort, versatility of models and a truly European gloss.
The domestic brand "SMENA" has 80 years of experience in tailoring school uniforms since Soviet times. The quality of products, reasonableness of models, ease of combination remain unchanged. Modern "Change" is a stylish and high-tech clothing for school-age children.
The domestic market of school uniforms and clothing for children and adolescents annually replenishes new brands, delighting with its innovative developments and conceptual approach to the development of high-quality and stylish clothing.
This confirms the fact that the school uniform today remains one of the most relevant areas of children's clothing.
Examples of stylish images
The model of a sundress-dress for a schoolgirl in the form of an elongated sleeveless jacket, a double-breasted style of a beautiful gray shade, looks originally. Costume collar and patch pockets are trimmed with fabric of the same color, but of a different texture, which emphasizes the originality and originality of the image. The length of the sundress above the knees allows you to wear under it a short blouse and a long one, as in the photo. Shoes fit any comfortable. Such a model will appeal to both the elementary schoolgirl and the teenager.
Unusual model of a sundress for schoolgirl from costume fabric of dark blue color with a high waist and decorative bows-butterflies, decorating the lines of folds on the skirt. Adds “raisins” to the usual silhouette of a trapezoid cut and the molded part of the skirt in the middle of the high waist line in the form of a hidden fold.This detail incredibly decorates a seemingly simple sundress and adds freedom to the movements of the child. Sleeves in the form of small wings look childishly funny. Turtlenecks and blouses with a collar are perfectly combined with this model.
A simple and very romantic “girlish” sundress of dark color made of practical fabric will appeal to more than one “little princess”. Such a sundress with a round neck and flared skirt looks very impressive. Romance and tenderness adds a multi-layered skirt, created with a small, triple shuttlecock. A small bow separates the line of the hips, which gives the product a slightly strict, but at the same time playful look. You can wear such a dress with different elegant blouses, as well as with strict shirts and practical turtlenecks.
Another original look at a sundress-uniform consists in the combination of a corset version with a basque. The gray color of the fabric accentuates attention to numerous details: a two-tier Basque of practical dense fabric, a zipper at the back with a zipper gives the product restraint, knee-length, straight cut and sleeves - the lanterns look very attractive. It is easily combined with any blouses, turtlenecks, jerseys, longslivs.