If you are sewing a skirt for the first time, and the figure has features that you did not take into account when building the basic skirt pattern, for example, a “kinky” back or a rounded belly, then even an accurate pattern does not guarantee a perfect fit for the product. When you try it on for the first time, you will probably find minor fit defects. Such defects can be corrected by following our advice.
In order to have a supply of fabric for adjusting the patterns, it is recommended to make seam allowances of 2.5 cm when cutting the skirt. After eliminating the defect, the allowances must be cut to 1.5 cm and then overcast.
IMPORTANT! The basic pattern does not guarantee a perfect fit of the product if the features of the figure are not taken into account during its construction.
We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the main defects in the fit of skirts and how to fix them.
Bulging belly
As a result of this defect, horizontal folds and creases occur, the skirt seems narrow at the top.
Rice. 1. Defects in the fit of skirts - a bulging belly
How to fix?
On the back panel of the skirt, reduce the tuck along the side seam by 1.5-2 cm, add a second tail tuck 1.5-2 cm deep, 2 cm shorter than the first. Place both darts symmetrically along the tail cut at a distance of 3-4 cm from each other. Give the darts a slightly curved shape.
On the front half of the skirt, reduce the tuck along the side seam by 1.5-2 cm. Increase the opening of the tackle tuck by 0.75-1 cm in each direction, give the shape of the tuck a slightly curved shape. Raise the travel cut line by 0.5 cm.
Lack of volume at the bottom of the skirt
With such a defect, oblique creases appear from the side seams to the center of the skirt.
Rice. 2. Lack of volume at the bottom of the skirt
How to fix?
Make an oblique cut from the top of the middle seam of the back half to the midline of the side seam as shown in the drawing. Extend the panel to the depth of the crease.
Extend the side seam line from the top piece perpendicular to the bottom line.
Adjust the front panel of the skirt in the same way.
Slits or incision diverge towards the bottom
With such a defect, both sides of the splines or cut diverge in different directions. Such a defect can occur for the following reasons: a violation of the design of the tail section of the rear panel, a lack of volume along the hips, or both reasons at the same time.
Rice. 3 Slots or cut diverge towards the bottom
How to fix?
Lower the tail section of the back panel by 1-1.5 cm. Increase the width of the back panel to the required width. If necessary, expand on the side of the front panel.
Unsymmetrical arrangement of the product when viewed from the side
With such a defect, the skirt is strongly attached to the legs in front or behind, the bottom line is not parallel to the floor. The defect occurs due to a violation of the design of the traveling section of the product.
Rice. 4. Unsymmetrical arrangement of the product when viewed from the side
How to fix?
To correct a defect in the front fit, lower the line of the tail cut of the front half of the skirt by 1 cm. Draw a new line of the tail cut.
To correct a defect in the back fit, lower the line of the tail cut of the back half of the skirt by 1 cm. Draw a new line of the tail cut.
Bulging hips
With this feature of the figure, oblique creases appear in the hips, there is a lack of volume.
Rice. 5. Bulging hips
How to fix?
It is necessary to correct both the back and front panels of the skirt. Draw vertical and horizontal dotted auxiliary lines, cut the pattern along the lines and push it to the depth of the creases (usually 1-2 cm is enough). Draw a new side line and waist line.
Flat buttocks, flat hips
With this feature of the figure, horizontal creases appear in the back area below the waist. This happens as a result of deep tackle and side tucks.
Rice. 6. Flat buttocks, flat hips
How to fix?
On the back panel of the skirt, reduce the depth of the waist and side darts. Draw a new line of side and traveling seams.
On the front half of the skirt, adjust only the line of the side seam, reducing the depth of the side tuck.
Creases at the top of the side seams
Such creases can occur due to a too convex side seam in the upper part of the product - from the waist to the hips, creases occur.
Rice. 7. Creases at the top of the side seams
How to fix?
Correcting such a defect is quite simple. Remove excess fabric in the side seams, adjust the line of the side seam in the hip area.
Bulging buttocks
With such a feature of the figure, there is a lack of volume of the back panel of the skirt, oblique creases on the back panel, the back half is turned up, when viewed from the side, there is a violation of the parallelism of the bottom of the product to the floor.
Rice. 8. Bulging buttocks
How to fix?
Draw auxiliary dotted lines on the back of the skirt. A horizontal dotted line - along the line of the hips; location of the vertical dotted line: divide the distance between the right side of the waist tuck and the side line (along the waist line) in half and draw a dotted line down to the hip line. Cut the part along the marked lines, push it to the missing length (usually 1.5-2 cm is enough). Draw the side line and the waist line of the back half of the skirt.
Transfer the excess volume at the waist to the second tuck, place both tucks symmetrically along the waist section at a distance of 3-4 cm from each other.
Extra volume at the side seams
As a result of such a defect, the skirt seems wide, vertical tails appear. The defect occurs when there is too much increase in freedom of fit in the process of calculating the basic pattern.
Rice. 9. Excess volume at the side seams
How to fix?
Tuck excess volume into side seams. Cut off the excess allowances, overcast the allowances.
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You went to the store, bought a skirt that fits perfectly on your figure, and the next day you notice that you have to pull it down every five minutes so as not to embarrass yourself?
Why is this happening?
A skirt can ride up for several reasons:
- Mismatch of the fabric of the skirt to her style.
- Wrong size selected.
- Anatomical features of the female figure.
- The skirt is pulled up as a result of static electricity.
What to do?
- Each style has its own set of fabrics that look perfect in this form. With the wrong fabric chosen, wearing a skirt can be uncomfortable, even if it sits on a figure. The way out of the problem is to choose a skirt made of good quality fabric.
- If you chose a smaller size skirt, then it will tend to creep up, since the waist is thinner than the hips. And there are only two ways out of the problem: change the item to a larger size or lose extra pounds. True, you can simply throw away the skirt or put it on rags.
- It happens that a woman has unique body proportions that prevent the skirt from sitting without rising up. This happens in women with a "pear" complexion, as well as simply in those whose hips are much wider than the waist. This problem can be solved by ordering tailoring skirts to fit your figure.
- Lightweight fabrics such as chiffon or silk have a tendency to electrify and ride up. Synthetic fabrics are electrified, and fabrics made of wool. During friction, static electricity is generated, which raises the hem, and sometimes gives a discharge, which can be seen at night in the form of sparks. Also, dust begins to be attracted, which spoils the appearance of clothes. To remedy the situation, you can use an antistatic agent, which can be bought at any household chemical store.
How to remove static electricity from clothes? 7 useful tips
Many of us used this method in school. When skirts and dresses hugged your legs too insistently, the ideal way to remove static from clothes was to run wet hands over them. With regard to dense textures, the method justified itself 100 percent, but if you wore things made of silk or other delicate materials, wet blots remained on your clothes for some time.
- Spray your clothes with an antistatic agent.
This is the easiest way if you have this wonderful tool at hand. A special spray will remove the charge from your clothes and save you the trouble with it. You can buy it in the department of household chemicals, its price is low.
Manufacturers produce two types of antistatic agents. The first contains ethyl alcohol, and the second is water-based. Which one to choose? The alcohol-based antistatic agent is safe on materials, evaporates well from clothes and is excellent at removing static electricity. They need to process clothes in a well-ventilated area. Such an antistatic agent leaves behind not the most pleasant smell. Including wardrobe items. The water-based spray contains gentle surfactants (surfactants). In general, they are safe for health, but on sensitive skin they can cause slight irritation. With regard to static electricity, the antistatic agent is effective, in no way inferior to the alcohol counterpart.
- Remember chemistry lessons
Home antistatic is a great lifesaver if you don’t have a factory copy at hand, and you need to remove the charge from your clothes here and now. Combine fabric softener and plain water in a spray bottle or any other suitable container. The approximate ratio is 1:30. But if you do not observe these proportions, nothing bad will happen, the antistatic will still work. Shake the prepared solution and you can spray on clothes.
- Use hairspray
It's no secret that many hairsprays are designed to deal with static electricity in the hair. But few people know that varnish formulas are also suitable for removing charge from clothes. To remove static electricity from your outfit, turn it inside out and lay it on a flat surface. From a distance of 30 centimeters, spray a small amount of varnish on clothing in a thin layer. That's all, you can wear your favorite outfit.
Please note that spraying varnish from a closer distance may stain clothing. Be careful!
- Wear shoes with leather soles
Many modern footwear models are made using rubber. Rubber outsole - comfortable to wear, resistant to friction and negative environmental factors. It is waterproof and very lightweight. But, alas, it does not protect us from static electricity.
Another thing is shoes with leather soles. Dress shoes are a great solution if the static charge has become your “calling card”. Leather shoes prevent the accumulation of charge, which means that your appearance will always be impeccable.
How to choose the right style and length of the skirt according to the figure?
A well-chosen skirt will not only not ride up, but will also be able to hide all the flaws in your figure. The main thing is to know a few secrets on how to choose the perfect skirt.
Mini skirt
Who suits? Because the miniskirt fits snugly on the figure, it gives out all the flaws, if they are in the hip area. Such a skirt is suitable only for very slender, young, proportionally folded girls, with the correct shape of the legs. A mini skirt with high growth makes the figure disproportionate, it looks more advantageous with medium and low growth.
Mid-thigh pencil skirt
Who suits? On the one hand, this length is successful in that it opens the upper part of the legs, so it distracts attention from the flaws in the shape of the legs. And no one will notice that your ankles are not too graceful. But on the other hand, it is suitable only for slender legs and hips.
Knee length pencil skirt
Who suits? A skirt of this style and length visually lengthens the figure, because. creates a vertical. The main thing is to choose the perfect fit for the figure, otherwise either baggy or folds in the front will appear. If the shape of your knees is not ideal, choose a skirt that covers them a little.
Knee-length A-line skirt
Who suits? Suitable for most types of female figures. So, if you have narrow hips and broad shoulders, an A-line skirt will visually balance the proportions of your figure. If you have wide hips, it will hide them and visually make them slimmer. Choose the length of such a skirt based on the shape of your legs. But with short stature, lengths much below the knee should be avoided.
Fluffy skirt to the knee
Who suits? Flared skirts are suitable for owners of tall stature and slender hips. The volume of the skirt will make the already wide hips heavier and visually land the figure with a short stature. This is especially true for skirts made of dense heavy materials. If your hips are narrow, then it will create more feminine shapes.
Mid-calf skirt
Who suits? Not suitable for both full, athletic calves and very thin legs. Also, a skirt of this length is contraindicated for short stature, because. will make you even lower. Therefore, a skirt to the middle of the calf will decorate only the tall owner of beautiful slender legs.
Straight maxi skirt
Who suits? Maxi perfectly masks imperfections in the leg area. At the same time, a straight model without excess volume and folds creates a vertical, which visually slims and stretches the figure, but with low growth can land even more.
Flared maxi skirt
Who suits? A wide long skirt makes the figure more massive, therefore it will adorn only the owners of tall stature and slender hips.
And finally, a little secret:to make the legs thinner, the length of the skirt should run along the thinnest part of the legs, fuller - along the fullest.
Rules for the perfect skirt
- The skirt should fit, but should not be too tight. If transverse folds or creases form on the stomach or hips, then you need a larger size. The skirt should fall freely down, and not "get stuck" at every bulge.
- The longer the skirt, the more important the slit is. Otherwise, it will be extremely difficult to walk and even sit. During the fitting, be sure to walk, bend over and sit down. You should be comfortable. Of course, you still won’t be able to march with a meter step, but mincing with millimeter steps is not the best option. Everything should be in moderation.
- Material with a small percentage of elastane is welcome. The skirt will fit better and move a little easier in it. But here, please, without extremes. Avoid over-fitting and pulling. This is a skirt, not shapewear.
- In the fitting room, be sure to look at yourself from the side. For a perfect fit, the skirt should be soft at the back, falling almost vertically down from the highest point. If the buttocks are completely covered, up to the "subgluteal bend", then most likely the skirt is small for you. This is especially true for models made of elastic materials. They stretch, so there is a risk of choosing a size too small.
A pencil skirt is an essential element of a stylish women's wardrobe, which was introduced into fashion by Coco Chanel. This feminine and elegant model looks equally luxurious in both evening and everyday bows. With the right combination with the top and accessories, the optimal fit to the hips and the length, the skirt will make you a queen!
Misconception No. 1. A black pencil skirt, a strict blouse and pumps are a win-win option that is appropriate everywhere
Without a doubt, this is the correct, but very boring image. The skirt, in this case, looks frankly outdated and is combined with the wrong things.
A pencil skirt, a turtleneck in a contrasting color or a blouse with an original complex cut and stilettos are a completely different matter. The bow will turn out to be stylish, seductive, but not contrary to the rules of the dress code.
If you are counting wear a "pencil" in everyday life, feel free to combine it with a shirt tied on the stomach or a T-shirt and sandals. In this case, the skirt will become a truly significant unit of your wardrobe.
Misconception No. 2. It is better if the pencil skirt is in a neutral tone: gray, beige, black
No, not better, unless, of course, you are over 40 years old and you are not an office employee. Skirts of restrained shades, made of traditional textures, look boring, inexpressive.
Today fashionable "pencils" are sewn from leather, suede, lace, tweed in a bright plaid, with frills or with a smell.
Misconception #3. A red pencil skirt + leopard print blouse for a spectacular, sexy ensemble.
Completely wrong opinion! The red pencil skirt is self-sufficient and does not need additional bright elements. Moreover, the image will turn out to be vulgar even for an evening out, or, as stylists say, toomuch, which means “too much, too much” in translation.
A white top looks best with a red skirt, adding to the image of femininity and chic: a masculine-cut shirt, a tight-fitting American top, a romantic-cut chiffon blouse.
And here's the pencil skirt noble blue color and a blouse with a predatory ornament will look amazing!
Misconception No. 4. A pencil skirt does not suit overweight women.
This model is universal and suits all women without exception, the main thing is to find your own style. A too narrow skirt will emphasize the imperfections of the figure - lush hips and a protruding tummy.
So for plus size owners, it is better to stay on a product with a high waist, recesses on the hips and complement it with peplum tops, loose-fitting blouses and asymmetric tunics.
Misconception No. 5. A full-colored pencil skirt will not work for a full girl, as monochrome makes her fat.
In fact, prints, if only they are not chosen correctly, are much more fattening. If you already choose a product with an ornament, then with a diagonal cage or a vertical strip.
Plain skirt the actual shade, for example, burgundy, rich blue, olive color, subject to the correct cut, is ideal for a young lady with full hips.
Misconception No. 6. A pencil skirt is ideal for a thin girl - she does not have extra pounds
It would seem that the statement is correct. However, thin legs and narrow hips will not look very attractive in a tight skirt.
Slender young ladies it is better to choose models with a peplum, drapery, a bow and other decorative elements that will add the missing volume to the hips and make the figure feminine.
Misconception No. 7. A white pencil skirt + a white top is the most stylish combination.
Misconception No. 8. A blue blouse matches a gray skirt.
It is unlikely that such a combination can be called successful. Blue is a very complex multi-faceted color, moreover, some of its shades are often used when sewing uniforms of various structures. Gray, in particular, dark, is also an element of the dress code, so combining these two shades, you risk turning into a flight attendant or mail employee.
The exceptions are combinations of light gray and pale blue tones, as well as products made of fabric with a metallic tint.
Misconception No. 9. A lace top is needed for a lace skirt.
A lace pencil skirt is a sophisticated, trendy item for an evening look. However, lace is very capricious and does not tolerate competition. It would be a mistake to combine the top and bottom of guipure, the image will turn out to be cheap. The ideal choice is a top made of thin knitwear or chiffon.
What to do so that the dress does not stick to tights? - This question worries many women, because synthetic fabrics have long entered and are firmly rooted in our daily lives. They are reliable enough to wear and have a beautiful appearance, so it is very difficult for us to completely refuse them. Many homes have a special tool that helps get rid of static electricity - antistatic. If you do not have such a tool at hand and you need to make sure that the dress does not stick to the tights, in this article we will offer you alternative, but effective ways that you can use instead of antistatic.
Why do you need an antistatic agent?
In the process of rubbing fabrics with the addition of even a small percentage of synthetics, a charge of electricity arises. This applies to the matter, which includes capron, nylon or lavsan. Also, synthetic fabrics often attract small fibers and hair, which significantly worsens the appearance of clothing. To avoid all these effects, an antistatic agent is used. To make it easier for you to figure out which one will really be effective, use ours.
Important! It is better to spray this product on the balcony or in a well-ventilated area, since the antistatic agent has a persistent unpleasant odor.
This tool has a chemical composition that easily removes static electricity. It is sold in any store of household chemicals or goods “everything for the house”. Having carefully treated the clothes with a spray, you can not be afraid of unpleasant sparks, crackling and sticking of clothes to tights.
Important! Do not treat tights and a skirt with antistatic at the same time. Such use can lead to even greater adhesion of tissues to each other.
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What to do if there is no antistatic?
Since the antistatic agent has a chemical composition, it can cause an allergic reaction in some people. Other ladies prefer not to buy antistatic for some other reason. In this case, what can be done so that the dress does not stick if there is no antistatic? Prepare it yourself from improvised means.
You can do this in one of the following ways:
- Use vinegar when rinsing synthetic garments. Not only will this help reduce the material's ability to accumulate static electricity, but it will also completely remove any soap or detergent residue from your laundry.
- Mix 6 parts vinegar with 1 part baking soda. Half a cup of this mixture during rinsing will get rid of static electricity and will perfectly soften and refresh the fabric. The result - you do not have to be puzzled by the question of what to do so that the skirt does not stick to the tights.
- Another effective way to keep the dress from sticking to tights is to use a hair conditioner. Take two parts of any hair conditioner, three parts of vinegar and six parts of plain water. To achieve the desired effect, use half a glass of the finished solution when rinsing synthetic items.
- Table salt can also help in solving this problem. Add salt to rinse water. Just 1 teaspoon per 10 liters of water is enough. This tool helps very well if your dress sticks to your legs or becomes electrified.
- You can also use water for rinsing with the addition of a small amount of citric acid. The proportions are the same as in the method with salt.
- Some housewives put a few tennis balls in the clothes dryer. In the same way, you can stick an antistatic cloth into a wet dress. After drying, static electricity does not occur on clothes.
- Another recipe for antistatic is a mixture of several tablespoons of store-bought fabric softener and a glass of water. A well-mixed solution is poured into a spray bottle and sprayed onto dry clothing. Such a tool is just as effective for removing static electricity from carpet products.
Important! By combining synthetic clothing with natural fabrics, you will significantly reduce the risk of static electricity.
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The dress sticks to tights. What to do?
Pantyhose or stockings in association with the dress often stick to each other. As a result of this process, the dress, when walking, can rise much higher than the prescribed length. But do not forget that long dresses give femininity and elegance, help to hide figure flaws and emphasize its advantages. Follow the link to figure out what they can be, how to choose them correctly.
What to do so that the skirt does not stick to tights and does not rise if there is no antistatic? You can try one of the following methods:
- Apply the hand cream to your feet in a thin layer. The presence of moisture significantly reduces friction.
- Apply a small amount of baby powder to areas of skin that are exposed to static electricity in clothing.
- Run a bar of bar soap across your tights or the inside of your dress.
- For an urgent solution to the problem of electrification of clothes, you can put a little fabric softener on your hands and run them over tights.
- Wet your hands with a solution of 1 teaspoon of salt and a glass of water. Run your hands over the clothes several times.
- When rinsing synthetic clothes, use a special fabric conditioner with an antistatic effect.
Important! Before using such air conditioners, read the instructions. It may not be suitable for all types of fabric.
- Pure water can also help remove static electricity. To do this, with wet hands, run over the clothes. The only significant drawback of this method is the short duration of the result.
- The right shoes can solve this problem. Shoes must be leather or have rubber soles. Insoles or strips with an antistatic effect are also quite effective.
- Anti-static wipes do a great job. Lift the skirt and rub it with a napkin from the wrong side. Thus, the static will instantly go to the napkin.
- Most often, static electricity occurs in winter when indoor air is dry. Humidifiers do an excellent job with the problem: the electrification of the air will disappear after a while after the start of the humidifier.
- To remove static electricity from your dress, hang it in the bathroom for a few minutes immediately after taking a shower. High humidity neutralizes static electricity.
- Hard water is one of the causes of tissue electrification. Using fabric softeners to soften your laundry will help prevent static build-up on your fabrics.