One of the trends of the new season was a coat of an unusual style: ponchos, capes and all kinds of capes. Last season, this type of outerwear only began to appear on the elegant shoulders of fashionistas, but in 2018 the trend to choose original models gained momentum.
Many collections of fashion designers of past years showed similar clothes, but Russian women were in no hurry to acquire it, as they were afraid to give their figure an extra amount. But now many of them realized that with the right selection of the model, you can create a stunning image and achieve a spectacular bow. Namely capes and coats will bring solemnity and elegance to the image.
Cape: shape and features
Cape is a trapezoid-shaped coat. The main focus is on the line of the shoulders, thereby highlighting this cape from a number of others. A loose cut can be misleading to many. In fact, such models are tailored to the body and are able to highlight both strengths and weaknesses.
The forefather of the caps became medieval European clothes without sleeves, which were tightened around the neck. Since then, the basic form of the dress has been preserved, but in detail it has undergone numerous changes. Now this outfit has become popular and worthy to replenish the wardrobe of fashionistas.
Poncho on the podium and in the wardrobe
The poncho came out of ethnic styles and for a long time was used only to give a certain mood to the image. Modern models are suitable for any occasion: walking, meeting with friends, special occasions and daily activities.
Cutting a poncho will allow a girl not with any body size to choose a suitable model for himself. Full young ladies wearing such capes are not recommended. They will only add extra volume to the upper body.
New season 2018
Fashion houses around the world offered fashion industry lovers to pamper themselves with original products from their new collections. For example, Sonya Richelle released models in sheepskin coats on the catwalk. Max Mara showed an elongated red cap coat. This model is equipped with a zipper. Brand Michelle Kors put together a coat, a fur coat and a cape in one piece. The result was an interesting and original thing, suitable for various bows. Even among the branded products is to highlight the product from Mulbury. It is a long quilted poncho over the sides. It resembles a thick blanket, as the Internet visitors called it.
To create a perfect harmonious bow, it is enough to acquire a skirt or trousers made of a material that matches the coat in color and texture.
Fashion trends of the new season
Fashionable new season capes can be buttoned or zipper. Some versions of the model allow for the absence of a fastener. In terms of length, designers leave fashionistas free choice. You can wear a short mini cap, midi or long maxi. As a result of such a wide supply of options, you can create stunning images.
At the peak of fashion plaid capes. You can choose any cell, each of them will look stylish and modern. Such products have demonstrated in their new collections brands Blumarine and Sakai. Also relevant cape with the functions of the raincoat. The water-repellent properties of clothing from the brand J Koo make it original, practical and beautiful.
The fur on the cap also attracts the attention of fashionistas. Such an original decision was embodied in their products by fashion houses Max Mara and Christian Dior. Especially expensive and luxurious furs are represented in the Dennis Basso collection. Also successful models of brands offered brands Derek Lam, See by Chloe, TSE, Versace, Lam.
Textured fabrics are in fashion. Capes of them look especially elegant. Such original models can be seen at fashion shows of Alberta Ferretti, Murad Zahair, Bottega Veneta.
How and what to wear with capes and other capes
Casual bow combines jeans and cap. Designers offered an interesting combination with a cape without slits for hands. This means that the bag will have to be carried in the hands under the canopy of the coat. This image brings a touch of luxury and chic to the casual look. With a blue jeans harmoniously looks like a plain cape and printed. You can choose a model in the style of military, which will be complemented by large military buttons and stripes. Also here will suit a coat, decorated with embroidery and patterns, applied by other methods.
If the choice fell on a poncho, then let it be a flared model to the middle of the thigh. She looks perfect with wide or slightly flared trousers. It is better to supplement the image with shoes on the heel, as a flat sole in this case will only emphasize the ability of capes to conceal centimeters of growth and add volume. In the new season, designers are especially scrupulous about the role of shoes in the image. Let the coat fit with the heeled shoes. The length of the heel does not matter, as long as it is pronounced and noticeable.
With capes look great clothing options that make the lower body already. These can be pencil skirts, tight dresses, skinny jeans, breeches and more.Such images are best complemented by large accessories and avoid small items. Also capes do not tolerate neighborhoods with all sorts of bags and backpacks. It is better to use a small clutch or another bag with clear lines.
In order not to distort the proportions of the body, you should carefully select the length of the coat and the rest of the clothes. Under the ultra-short coat fit mini skirt or a tight-fitting short dress. Black color in this situation will be the most profitable. The easiest way to look in the clothes are the options that would fit under the classic coat. In this case, the outfit will look harmonious. It is important that the sleeves of clothing, which in any case will be visible in the slits, are matched in color with the cape itself. If there is only one cape in the wardrobe, then let its color be as universal as possible.
Designers offer a wide selection of capes, ponchos and other capes. Their popularity is increasing from season to season. Fashionable women have learned how to select the best combinations and create perfect bows with them. Therefore, almost every wardrobe has already found a place for a romantic cape or a stylish poncho.
