Stylish bolero accessory
A bit of history
If you want to be in trend in the upcoming fashion season, then you just need to turn your attention to such a seemingly unpretentious part of the women's toilet as a bolero.
Trust the opinion of the Spanish fashionistas of the 18th century - and it was then that this short blouse first appeared in the wardrobe - they already knew a lot about clothes that combine practicality and the ability to attract the eyes of the opposite sex.
Rumor has it that initially boleros were worn exclusively by men, mostly bullfighters. The shortened sleeve did not constrain movements and at the same time gave an aesthetic look to the image.
The beautiful half of humanity did not fail to note the merits of clothing and borrowed the idea.
Among the world-famous couturiers, it is difficult to find a master who would not touch on the theme of the bolero in his work. The material for tailoring impresses with its variety. Wrong are those who believe that this is just a cropped knitted blouse.
In the collections of leading designers, there are cotton, silk, knitted, and even fur models. It all depends on taste.
Advantages of a bolero
- Bolero is a stylish wardrobe item that allows you to add variety to any everyday look.
- It will be appropriate to look during the evening out.
- Will not create conflicts with the office dress code.
- The bolero is simply indispensable during the period when the weather is already approaching the heat, but retains the cool breath of spring in the mornings, as well as on fine autumn days.
How to choose and who will suit
To date, there is a wide variety of boleros to choose from, therefore, even the owners of the most demanding taste will not resist the temptation to treat themselves to a fashionable new thing, however, for one nuance.
- Owners of broad shoulders and full arms should be more careful in choosing a model in order to exclude the visual addition of volume.
- The same applies to women of fashion with a large bust size. It is necessary to maintain a proportional balance in order to avoid weighing down the already magnificent top.
- As for the young ladies with thin shoulders, for them the bolero is simply an indispensable accessory. By choosing models with “flashlight” sleeves, you can make the figure more feminine.
And, of course, a bolero is an ideal option for those who want to show off a wasp waist. Fluffy multi-layered skirts, trapezoidal, lambada cut, complete with a fitted bolero, will inevitably evoke admiring glances from representatives of the opposite sex.
Popular Models
Knitted bolero
In cold weather, the desire to wrap yourself in a knitted bolero will arise at the mere glance of this cozy and flirty wardrobe detail. Yarn for its creation can be very diverse - from wool to satin ribbons, the texture and density of knitting also depend on the specific image.
Bright fashion accessories, including buttons of an unusual shape and size, beads, brooches, intricate clasps, etc., will favorably shade, give individuality to the model.
Bolero with a hood
Undoubtedly, since its inception, the bolero has undergone major changes, but sometimes the extravagance of the model is so great that it will not leave indifferent any fashion lover. An example of this is a bolero with a hood. The hood is offered as an alternative to hats and it is understood that the material for execution in this case is either high-quality yarn that retains heat well, or dense fabric.
Another unusual type of bolero with a hood can serve as a wedding model. Weightless, airy, lace fabric is the best way to emphasize the gentle image of the bride and the solemnity of the occasion. Bolero with a hood for a wedding looks more elegant than a regular scarf or shawl.
Evening
As a rule, an evening look is achieved through decorations, the texture of the material, and increased brightness of colors. An evening bolero is no exception, and designers recommend iridescent fabrics, shiny accessories, embroidery and various glamorous accessories to create it.
Short-sleeve
In the summer season, this type of bolero is simply irreplaceable. It will look great on vacation at the seaside. Lightweight fabrics allow the skin to breathe on sweltering evenings while protecting the shoulders from annoying mosquitoes.
- Perfectly harmonizes with airy maxi skirts and unpretentious tank tops.
- Skinny summer trousers will also make up a short sleeve bolero ensemble.
As an option - a replacement for a bored jacket for working in the office in the hot season. Under the bolero, you should choose a plain T-shirt.
With long sleeve
A long-sleeve bolero will successfully replace both a cardigan and a jacket, and will also act as an accessory. Usually fasteners on this model are not provided, and the length reaches the middle of the back.
The sleeve has a length of ¾, which is rooted in history and is directly related to the piece of music of the same name, written in a non-standard size. With a seeming lack of warming properties, this is a comfortable and warm wardrobe item designed to cover the décolleté and emphasize the waist.
Summer
Summer bolero occupies a special place in the women's wardrobe. No other item of clothing can change the image so radically towards feminine and romantic as the bolero does.
The trend of the season is a weightless translucent bolero with a flirty bow on the chest, which acts not only as an addition to a bathing suit, but also as a spectacular detail of an evening wardrobe.
The material for the summer bolero is represented by light fabrics, such as silk, lace, guipure. Jeans and knitted cotton models are also relevant.
Sports
It would seem that sports style and bolero are incompatible concepts, but demand creates supply, so admirers of an active lifestyle will not stay away from fashion trends.
A sports bolero will perfectly harmonize with elongated blouses or a plain jersey dress. The outfit is suitable for traveling or dancing. It will not constrain movements and add a touch of playfulness to the image.
Bolero - fur coat
It is widely presented in wedding collections as an accessory to the bride's dress.But some designers decided on a daring act to single out the bolero as the main detail, and the outfits did not lose their competitiveness at all because of this.
Materials and invoices
Leather bolero
You will definitely be in trend if you dare to replenish your wardrobe with this little thing. Passion for leather products gives out in the owner a personality with a strong character, who has a weakness for extreme sports in any of its manifestations, and also emphasizes individuality.
The leather bolero goes perfectly with jeans and skirts. High leather boots of the same color scheme will give a special chic.
Denim bolero
The texture of denim plays into the hands of the fair sex, perfectly fitting the figure and allowing you to hide minor flaws. A denim bolero is a versatile piece of clothing, from the category “both to the feast and to the world.” It all depends on what you wear it with.
Complete with an elegant summer dress, you will look like a sort of Turgenev young lady, with jeans - you can go for a walk or go shopping. Pair it with sweatpants for an energetic, outdoorsy look, or pair with a cocktail dress for a glamorous look.
Knitted bolero
Classics are always relevant, so adherents of this style should pay attention to a knitted bolero. It, in addition to its main warming function, will add romance to the image and advantageously emphasize the curves of the body.
Recommended to wear with thinner jerseys like turtlenecks or tops. Color combinations may vary depending on the weather and the mood of the hostess.
Note to sophisticated ladies - a bolero goes well with a neckerchief.
Openwork bolero
An openwork bolero is already a pronounced accent. It automatically takes on the role of the main decorative element of clothing, especially if it is made in a bright color or from a shiny material, so it should be combined with plain dresses, turtlenecks, blouses of a not pretentious cut.
As an addition, you can opt for a string of pearls.
Satin bolero
"Must have" of the summer season. Feminine, delicate bolero that brings coolness to the skin. With a tie at the chest, it is associated with a pareo, but a more glamorous option, suitable for going out, and not just on the beach.
Bolero from mink
Progress does not stand still, and the emergence of a new generation of knitting machines made it possible to create such a miracle as a bolero knitted from mink fur. The product is incredibly elegant and lightweight. A chic addition to an outfit in cool weather or at a secular party.
Chiffon Bolero
Mostly summer version. Although it can be with long sleeves, with pleats. Perfectly decorate a summer dress with a fitted cut, give the image of ease and airiness.
Bolero from guipure
A guipure bolero should be worn with care, as the line separating sophistication and vulgarity in this case is too thin.
You can't go wrong if you opt for a small, but not necessarily black, satin dress as an ensemble, and complete the look with laconic, not flashy accessories.
Bolero from a rabbit
Of the fur boleros, this is the most popular option, because it has an optimal price-quality ratio, and the material is highly elastic.
- The main area of application is wedding fashion, but it is also possible to wear it in everyday life.
- Casual style lovers will appreciate the look, which includes a classic solid-color jersey turtleneck, slim-fit trousers and high leather boots.
Woolen bolero
As you know, everything new is a well-forgotten old, and in the coming season, knitted products continue to gain their once-lost popularity. Depending on the chosen pattern and knitting density, a woolen bolero can significantly increase or, conversely, visually reduce the volume of the upper part of the figure.
Wool has excellent heat-conducting properties, so fashionistas will not be able to freeze in this outfit, but it’s easy to evoke envious glances from fellow tribesmen.
Bolero in mohair
The mohair bolero is in tune with the descriptions of the previous model, but the mohair has a long pile, which gives the product a special charm and fluffiness, making you want to wrap yourself up on a cool autumn day. Usually a bolero is knitted with large knitting needles and the knitting density is quite loose.
Actual colors
Each fashion season is characterized by a certain dominant color scheme.
- Currently the preference is red and blue, as well as their derivatives.
- Among the favorites are cold colors turquoise, blue and pink tones.
- Ladies who prefer a pastel palette will be able to choose an outfit in the current beige and sandy.
- Generally in the coming season Brown color claims to win all the world's podiums. The richness of shades, ranging from golden woody to rich chocolate, amazes with its diversity, and leaves no one indifferent.
What to wear with a bolero
It is very difficult to give a specific answer to this question, if only because the bolero is such a versatile thing that it will be in harmony with absolutely any clothing.
- The main thing to pay attention to is the material. Depending on the situation, the bolero can become the central detail of the toilet, as in the case of an openwork model, or add romanticism to the image, as is the case with chiffon.
- If you play on contrasts, then you should remember that the more expressive the bolero, the brighter its color, the more restrained the style and color of the accompanying outfit should be, and vice versa.
Ensembles look great, designed in a single color scheme, where there is a play of shades.
Stylish images
Stylish image is created by details. Do not neglect accessories.
- Shoes, a handbag matched to the tone of the bolero will give you an inflow and a connoisseur of fashion.
- Do not get carried away with flashy jewelry, give preference to laconic brooches, beads. The semantic load assigned to them will be heard and appreciated.
- In the upcoming fashion season, bows will be very popular, you can even say with confidence that they will become the main element of decor. The bow looks spectacular on the belt, and is also ideal as a clasp or brooch.
- Scarves do not lag behind bows. An elegant scarf, matching colors with a bolero and tied with a bow around the neck, is a mega-popular detail of the look.
- In addition, if you do not want to lag behind fashion trends, get a not very wide leather strap with a clasp that imitates jewelry. And voila - you are definitely on trend!