Jackets - fashion trends 2019

The jacket, which is now a completely familiar element of women's wardrobe, became such relatively recently - only at the beginning of the last century. Up to this point, a short woolen jacket with a narrow sleeve was the prerogative of men, and the fair sex was supposed to wear a variety of cloaks and capes as light outerwear.

Initially, only classic male models of jackets were available to girls, but with the development of fashion elegant jackets began to appear, designed exclusively for the female figure. This clothing is called the jacket. One of the most famous models of jackets was a straight short jacket with a round neckline, invented by Coco Chanel.

Today we will tell you about the most popular trends in the world of fashion relating to jackets. You will learn many interesting things about the types of jackets, as well as how and with what it is recommended to wear this piece of clothing.

The concepts of "jacket" and "jacket" are often confused, calling one another. At first glance, it seems that these garments are absolutely identical, but in fact, the difference, although not critical, exists between them. Here are a few key differences:

• The word "jacket" is applicable only to women's clothing, and "jacket" can be called both male and female thing.
• A jacket is a type of jacket. Jacket is a broader concept than a jacket.
• Jacket refers to the business style of clothing, and the jacket can be part of everyday wardrobe.
• Jacket and jacket vary in cut and silhouette. The jacket is rather long, straight or slightly fitted. He always has a full sleeve and a lapel collar. A jacket is a shortened version of a jacket. It can be wide, fitted or tight. The length of the sleeve of a jacket can vary, as well as the presence or absence of a collar, pockets, zippers and other details.

If you are puzzled by the purchase of a jacket, then you are surely faced with a huge variety of choices. Among such a number of options it is not difficult and confusing, so we suggest you to get acquainted with the most popular and interesting models of jackets.

Bolero - This is a short blouse or jacket. It can have a short or long sleeve, be fastened with one or two buttons, or not at all have fasteners. Bolero covers only the upper back and chest, so it performs the function almost exclusively decorative.

Collarless jacket - This is an invention of women's fashion. These models look very elegant and original. Often, collarless jackets are worn as cardigans, that is, not buttoning. The shape of the notch can be any: round, triangular or even square. The most popular model of a women's jacket without a collar is the Chanel jacket.

Short Sleeve Jacket - Another modification of the jacket, invented for girls. Such jackets emphasize elegant wrists, besides they are very comfortable in the warm season. They go well with t-shirts, tops and other lightweight clothing without sleeves. Jackets with sleeves ½ or ¾ look great with long gloves.

Jacket with cap sleeves looks very unusual. Such models are also called “bat”, since the sleeves, merging with the jacket body, create a silhouette that resembles wide wings. Jackets with one-piece sleeves are often chosen by girls with curvaceous, because this solution allows you to hide the fullness in the shoulders and arms.

Jacket with embroidery, like any other thing with a beautiful decor, is able to distinguish you from the crowd. Embroidery on the product can be quite modest and inconspicuous, and can cover its entire surface. The most interesting are models embroidered with exotic ethnic ornaments or bright floral patterns.

Basque jacket. Baska is an element of clothing that can make a figure more feminine and give it seductive forms. This model is able to compensate for narrow hips or to balance the broad shoulders, and also emphasizes the waistline. Jackets with basques are perfectly combined with fitted skirts, dresses and narrow trousers.

Wrap jacket It looks very elegant, but at the same time, not as formal as a jacket with a regular clasp. Such models are usually sewn from soft, well draped fabrics. Also popular are woolen openwork jackets that are knitted or crocheted.

Choosing a jacket, it is very important to determine which style will fit your type of figure. The model range is represented by jackets of different cut and silhouette:

Straight jacket - This is a universal option that fits almost everyone, if you choose the right length. Owners of luxurious hips should stay on jackets below the mid-thigh length. Shorter models to the waist look better on slim, fairly tall girls.

Fitted jacket - This is a real classic. This style is the same as the previous one, goes to owners of various types of shapes, so if you like the model that emphasizes the waist, you can buy it without thinking.

Fitted jacket - This is a rather rare type of women's jackets, which is not particularly popular among modern fashionistas. Tight-fitting models are usually sewn of knitwear, and this is not the most suitable material for outerwear.

Flared jacket - This is an original, flirtatious model that perfectly animates a strict business image. Models with a wide basque can also be attributed to this type of jackets. Its main advantage is that it can both mask wide hips, and vice versa, create the appearance of volume in this area.

Wide jacket - This is a type of outerwear free cut. Some such models look like shapeless and dimensionless, but there are also quite beautiful, interesting options. In a wide jacket, made of warm wool fabric, I want to wrap up to hide from the weather.

The choice of material from which your jacket will be sewn, primarily depends on the weather season. Some products will warm you in the cold, others - to protect you from coolness in the offseason, and still others - will save you from the heat on a sultry summer day.

• Mohair - Fluffy wool fabric, soft and silky to the touch. Mohair jackets are very cozy, but quite voluminous.
• Tweed - warm wool material with a small amount of synthetic fibers. Tweed has a relief pattern, so these jackets look very interesting.
• Boucle - Another woolen relief fabric, which she loved to use for sewing Coco Chanel jackets. This material attracts the attention of an unusual wavy pattern of knots.

• Velveteen - This is a cotton-based fabric with a pleasant to the touch, fleecy surface. From velvet usually sew soft jackets in casual style.
• Knitwear - This is a material that is suitable for lightweight, summer models of jackets. Knitwear has a mixed composition, so it is not as demanding to care as natural fabrics.
• Linen - The fabric is ideal for thin jackets designed for the hottest weather. Flax refreshes the body and gives coolness, but at the same time it is very wrinkled.
• Cotton - one of the most affordable and comfortable to wear materials. Cotton fabrics absorb moisture well, they are not hot, and they do not require careful handling.

The color scheme of the jacket is also one of the determining factors of choice.We suggest you to get acquainted with the colors, the most relevant in this trendy season.

• white the jacket looks very impressive, especially in summer, when it sets off a golden tan;
• the black Jacket - the traditional version for a business suit that never goes out of fashion;
• Gray the jacket looks no less formal, but it is more versatile, as it goes well with color shirts and trousers;

• blue the jacket is an elegant solution for different occasions, it looks especially good in combination with white things;
• green jacket - a stylish and bright option for work or informal events;
• red the jacket always attracts attention to itself, therefore such models are chosen by courageous, self-confident girls;

• Orange the jacket looks no less catchy and expressive, but many find this solution even more interesting;
• pink The jacket is suitable for romantic girls who love delicate, feminine colors;
• blue the jacket will like balanced natures, preferring calm, neutral things;
• coral Jacket is one of the most beautiful and stylish solutions, which is suitable both for the office and for the subsequent evening event.

Jackets in retro look very elegant. This option is usually chosen by sophisticated people who like to experiment with things from past ages. The “antique” jackets are distinguished by an unusual, well-designed decor, and restrained, noble colors.

The jacket in military style is a modern female modification of military uniforms. Such jackets are usually made in brown-gray-green colors and have a strict silhouette. Military decorations are often used as decorations: epaulets, epaulettes, stripes, etc.

Boho-style jackets will appeal to creative girls who like to combine seemingly incompatible elements in clothes. These jackets resemble things pulled out of a grandmother's chest, which the fashion designer has worked on. Different fabrics and types of decor are combined here, but everything looks surprisingly harmonious together.

Jackets made in the patchwork technique will be appreciated by lovers of copyright things created by skilled hands of needlewomen. Stitched or knitted from multi-colored pieces, such jackets look cozy and unusual. In addition, each patchwork jacket is unique and inimitable.

The term "oversight" is usually used to define things of a very free cut that look as if taken from someone else's shoulder. An oversized jacket is one of the most fashionable things of recent seasons. Jackets like nothing else can emphasize the grace and fragility of a female figure.

Jackets in the style of casual - this is probably the most popular among all the options listed. Perhaps these models do not look very expressive, but they are incredibly convenient and practical. A casual jacket is suitable for both work and everyday life.

If you want to be in line with the latest fashion trends, then when choosing a jacket, pay attention to the following models:

• sleeveless jackets;
• jackets with sleeves ½ or ¾;
• jackets with flared or wide sleeves;
• jackets without collar;
• jackets with stand-up collar;
• long jackets, completely covering the hips;
• jackets with a high, clearly marked shoulder line;
• asymmetrical jackets;
• "Dimensionless" jackets free cut;
• monophonic jackets of a bright, saturated coloring;
• jackets with large print;
• leather jackets;
• jackets from woolen fabrics.

The set of things with which you can wear a jacket is not limited to pants, skirt and shirt. This thing can be combined not only with clothing from a business wardrobe, but also with casual or elegant clothes. For example, jeans will suit anyone, even the strictest jacket.If the dress code allows it, a pair of “jacket + classic jeans” will help you to diversify your working wardrobe.

Bright accents: pale lemon jacket without collar with slightly worn ripped jeans, black top and black accessories.

Berry shades: crimson jacket of a free silhouette with a simple white T-shirt, black leggings, a bright, turquoise bag and comfortable shoes without a heel.

Maritime romance: a snow-white elongated jacket with a loose T-shirt, reminiscent of a vest, ripped denim shorts and black shoes with a massive heel.

Neutral tones: light gray fitted jacket combined with a short, moderately flirty dress. Bright yellow shoes and a large necklace refresh the image.