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Fashions and trends come and go but there are some classic styles of womenâ??s clothes that never go out of fashion. The British summer can sometimes seem so short that we donâ??t get much of a chance to wear our summer clothes. Picking summer clothes in classic styles is a great way to ensure that you will have a great summer wardrobe for next year and the year afterwards. Classic styles are also classic for a reason, they are pieces of clothing that have stood the test of time and become staples in so many womenâ??s wardrobes because of their wearability, versatility and and ability to flatter.
Empire line dresses
Dresses are so cool and comfortable for the summer and the empire line dress is probably one of the most comfortable and flattering styles around. With a seam than runs just underneath the bust and fabric which skims over the stomach and hips, it is great for covering any lumps and bumps or a round stomach. The empire line also has a romantic feel to it. It works well with both a short skirt or baby doll style or a floor length maxi dress and just about anything in between.
Shift dresses
When it comes to summer office wear, the shift dress has always been and will always be one of the favourite choices. It creates a smart and streamlined silhouette and can be worn with a suit jacket if a really smart outfit is needed. Shift dresses are also available in all sorts of gorgeous prints and bright summery colours which can be dressed up with a clutch and heels for the evening or a special occasion.
White blouses
What could be more cool, crisp and summery than a white blouse. A classis style of white blouse is a must have for any summer wardrobe as it goes with almost anything and looks instantly stylish. Wear with jeans for laidback chic or a patterned skirt for lunch with friends and a navy skirt for work.
Linen trousers
Linen is the ultimate fabric for summer clothes. It is a natural so lets your skin breathe and feels cool against the skin. It is perfect for keeping cool in hot weather and a loose fitting pair of linen trousers can work well for both work or casual wear. Just add a chic summer top and some delicate strappy sandals for an outfit that always looks amazing.
Classic clothes are a great investment as they will last you for many seasons to come. You donâ??t have to worry about wasting money on clothes that will be out of fashion by next summer and you will also look great in styles that flatter and compliment the figure.
This Ladies Linen Embroidered Summer Blouse in white is both cool and stylish. It has a very flattering cut and some pretty embroidery. Wear it with your choice of summer skirt or trousers.
These sage green linen look casual drawstring trousers go with so many different tops for a relaxed but very stylish summer outfit.
The empire line dress is universally loved as a classic and flattering piece. It is just about everyone’s best friend as it is flattering for most body shapes. The empire line describes dresses, tops and even jackets that have a horizontal seam just below the bust line. It is a clever way of allowing the body and skirt of a dress to hang in such a way that it skims over the stomach, hips and thighs which are often problem areas that people want to hide. It also helps to lengthen the body and is particularly flattering for pear and apple shapes. Â Empire line is also sometimes described as a high waisted dress. The name of this style of dress is taken from the First French Empire.
Another key attraction to the empire line dress is that is very comfortable particularly in warm weather. The material is quite loose around the torso and legs making it easier to keep cool and move about in. It is also comfortable to sit in as the fabric around the waist is not too tight.
Empire line dresses have been around for years, in fact a basic form of empire line was worn by ancient Greeks and Romans when they wore belts under the bust to give shape to their flowing robes. The empire line has also been popular throughout history and enjoyed a revival in the sixties. Since then it has remained a key classic piece that doesn’t go out of fashion.
There are various different styles of empire line dresses with different bust shapes and varying amounts of fabric used in the skirt. Some will have pleats or folds around the empire line seam or an a line shape giving a fuller more flowing skirt This gives a romantic look which is great for evening dresses and occasion dresses. Others will have a slimmer fit for a neater look. This type of empire line is more suitable for a smarter or work dresses. There are also varying lengths of empire line dress from the mini style, to the shift dress which is usually just below knee length and the maxi dress which skims the floor.
The baby doll dress is a version of the empire line dress which became popular in the sixties. It is usually mini length with a flat and unshaped bust. A great style for hiding a round tummy and showing off legs so perfect for apple shapes.
All of the empire line dresses and tops also work really well for petite or shorter ladies. The higher waist makes the body look longer and helps to create an illusion of height, whist keeping everything else in proportion.
Empire line dresses can be very plain or patterned. Some designs make a feature of the empire line with embellishments, trim or different fabrics on the top and bottom. You can add an interesting feature to an empire line dress yourself by adding a belt or ribbon in a contrasting colour around the empire line. Wider belts tend to look better where the skirt is fuller and narrower belts on more fitted styles.