Chinese crepe or so familiar and beloved to us Crepe de Chine in the fashion industry is often at the peak of popularity. This elegant fabric, which is actively used in everyday life, has a pronounced character and an interesting story.
Virtues
The fabric itself is a kind of crepe fabrics and is obtained using a special technique of twisting silk threads. Thus, it absorbed the matte gloss of silk and crepe rustiness, also has a grainy surface.
Crepdeshyn has several advantages:
- dresses are equally good for cold weather and hot days;
- pleasant to the body in the sock;
- fits well on the figure;
- dresses when worn do not fade and do not lose their original appearance;
- poor crushing - they almost do not need to iron;
- good breathability and lightness - very light and breathable fabric, ideal for summer, give a feeling of coolness on hot days.
Cotton, silk and polyester fibers are mixed into the fabric. For denser and warmer items in the fabric, you can see woolen threads. Due to the impurities of various fibers in the fabric, it is no longer possible to call it pure crepe de chine and it loses some of its properties.
Length
Long
In the fashion collections of couturiers, there are a large variety of long dresses of crepe de chine for every day and for special occasions with a train and a flying hem.
The actual colors of the crepe de chine dresses are black, coral, yellow and various bright floral prints.
A short
Models of short dresses from crepe de chine can be worn in any season and for different occasions.
In summer, tunic dresses, knee-length sundresses and flared models with cuts and open backs are relevant. The rest of the time, the choice of styles and models is limitless, so choosing a dress according to your figure is easy.
Styles
From crepe de Chine, simple dresses of various styles (straight, flared, A-silhouettes, shirt dresses and wrap) are mostly sewn in different styles and with different highlights.
Asymmetry, drapery, flounces and ruffles, train and cuts, sleeves and collars, and many other elements adorn the models.
But there are several styles that are most popular.
Direct
Many girls appreciated the versatility of a straight dress, and together with the many advantages of crepe de chine, it becomes a real wand for all occasions.
A-silhouette
Noble shine of crepe de Chine can be appreciated in flared skirts of an A-silhouette dress. By the way, this particular fabric was popular at the time of the emergence of the new look style due to its availability and variety of prints.
Dress
Crepe deshine is perfect for making summer sundresses. Because of its light texture and a certain density of fabric, it is possible to create weightless unlined sundresses.
Hoodie
Comfortable dresses made of free-cut crepe de chine are popular with fashionistas. Due to the good air permeability, the body will breathe, and the free cut of the dress will not restrain in movement.
Also for cool weather there are models of hoodie dresses with sleeves. Often these dresses are girded with some interesting belt. It is recommended to wear loose robes with a heel.
For full
Dress from crepe de chine is especially suitable for full women.Dense, gently flowing and at the same time weightless fabric allows you to create excellent models that correct the disadvantages and emphasize the advantages of the figure.
Elegantly full girls will look in long crepe de chine dresses. It is interesting and attractive to look dresses with a high waist, tied with a ribbon under the chest line. The fitted silhouette is perfect for women with an hourglass figure.
The richness of bright colors in the color range of crepe de chine recalls the warm and sunny season.
Evening
At a cocktail party or an informal setting, even in a dress of simple cut crepe de chine, you will not be left unnoticed. Luxurious shine with minimal rhinestone or lace decor will add elegance and refinement to the image.
Wedding
Crepe de Chine is a good alternative to expensive satin and silk. Even the royals go to crepe de chine dresses. And for good reason, matte shine goes well with lace, does not attract undue attention and is combined with various accessories.
Color and print
The variety of colors of the crepe de chine is surprising. Dresses can have traditional shades of all colors or a combination of bold colors on one canvas.
Care features
There are no special requirements for the care of crepe de chine products. But still there are some recommendations:
- Wash them by hand either (if it is a washing machine) in the mode of washing delicate fabrics.
- Instead of powder it is better to use special gels for washing.
- Products from Lurex and dusting should be subjected to dry cleaning.
- To dry crepe de Chine things you need on a hanger. Not near radiators and not under bright sunshine.
- In general, dry products do not look too crumpled, but if such a need arose, you can iron it with a hot iron on the wrong side.
- Dresses are stored in covers and it is important that there is air access to them.
When choosing a dress of crepe, you will always look relevant and feminine. They will help create an unsurpassed image and will be appropriate in any situation.