Is it just us or doesn’t it always feel like Thursday and it’s time for a #throwback? Well, not that we mind it, in fact we do love our dose of history, but too many Thursdays and not enough Saturdays! Well, Thursdays don’t keep us from talking about the fun party (sort of) of the A-line dress!
The story behind the A-line dress
In 1947 Christian Dior launched his collection The New Look. It was a major step back for women’s fashion (in relation to its political power) as it required corsets, heavy skirts and came with limited mobility. From wearing pants during the war years, women were now directed to the old role of looking good and taking care of the house. The collection set the tone for the fashion of the 1950’s, with the hourglass-figure in center. However, in 1955 Dior changed the fashion game again by a new silhouette for a more modern, youthful and liberal shape; the A-line. It wasn’t until 1958 though until Yves Saint Laurent (Christian Dior’s successor) launched a full collection consisting of A-line dresses.
The style of the A-line dress
As the name reveals, the A-line dress is in shape of an A. There are however two versions of the A-silhouette. Some people think of it as tight by the shoulders down to the hips and then moving outwards. Other also include its defined style by the shoulders and moving outwards directly. Both of the styles are in the shape of an A-line and have kind of the same effect, so both are more than okay to use! The typical length is somewhere mid-thigh, but longer and shorter lengths are also A-line as it is about the silhouette and not length.
The legacy of the A-line dress
If you know your fashion history you’re familiar with the style of the 1960’s. It was the A-line silhouette and then there were more A-line silhouettes. Dresses, skirts and tunics all got their adjustments to the 1960’s style. And the timing of the silhouette was impeccable as youths wanted their own fashion of the decade and not dress conservatively as their parents. The dress was easy to move in, dance in and pretty much live in. Gone was the heavy skirts, the annoying corsets and the pretty blouses. The A-line dress was youthful and became even more lively in combination with the crazy patterns of the 60’s. The silhouette also found its way to the space age fashion and was popular in minimalistic colors and styles as well.
The A-line dress today
Today the A-line dress is a staple for many people. The silhouette works for almost anyone as it covers the body, but in a flattering way. As it is a classic and never really goes out of style (even though it always gets extra trendy when true retro fashion is in style), you can pretty much find it in any store and there are endless of options with all the patterns, details and colors of today. Frankly speaking, we love this silhouette for big meals, it has plenty of room for a food baby!
Folks, do you work the A-line dress?
I, once again, learned something new! I had no idea that it was both Christian Dior and YSL that created and brought the a-line dress to the forefront! I’m so thankful, as I’m sure nearly every other woman is because it’s such a figure flattering style. Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have a great weekend!
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Jalisa
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Lovely post! I love the A line dress and I am a big fan of Twiggy!
Julia x
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Same here, Twiggy is so chic! Xx
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I didn’t know that. Thanks for the info. A-line dresses are so pretty, flattering and effortless 🙂
Enjoy the weekend!
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They are indeed, so casual and chic! Xx
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Nice post.
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Great read!
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Great post!!!!
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lovely and style inspiring post as always. Thanks for sharing.
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great learning as always!
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I always forget about a-line dresses because I don’t find them super flattering on me – BUT they are adorable on everyone else 😉 Love a throwback!
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They are so damn cute, love the vintage vibe they come with! Thank you love! Xx
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I really love A-line dresses. But sometimes I feel like it’s a bit too girly for me! 😉
Laura
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They can be indeed, but just to style them with more edgy pieces! Xx
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What a great post!
Emma
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Lovely post!
xx
Aida
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Interesting post, I love this model of dress
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It’s a chic one! Xx
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I do adore an A-line dress, and I do one hundred percent associate them with the sixties. I can understand the revolutionary aspect as well, and they’re still flattering and chic today, which is kind of amazing. Really wish I was wearing one now instead of pajamas…
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Right? They must have been such a nice contrast to the heavy fashion of the 1950s! And they’re comfy indeed, haha love them! Xx
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I love A-line dresses, they look so effortlessly chic! Thank you for sharing such an interesting post 🙂
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They do indeed, they have a lovely casual vibe to them! Xx
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Great roundup, I love Twiggy!
xo
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She’s such an icon! Xx
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Beautiful inspiration, thanks for sharing! 🙂
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Thank you, glad you liked the post! Xx
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I love A line dresses! The loose fit, the chic sillouhette. I always think of the model Twiggy and her maud hair style and long winged eyelashes when I think of A-line dresses. I also love how they stay flatting even with a food baby =P
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It’s such an iconic look, love the vintage vibe the dresses comes with! And Twiggy is a perfect style inspiration, loved her 60s vibe! Hahah and it is indeed, one can even have twins! Xx
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Lovely post!
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Gina
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That’s really interesting! I love those dresses. 🙂
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They’re so much fun! Xx
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I love the A-line dresses because is one of my favorite styles.
Kisses
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That’s so lovely! They’re so chic and good! Xx
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Such an awesome throwback post! I am a huge fan of a-line skirts! xo, sharon
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They’re so chic too, love the style! Thank you love! xx
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A few years ago I found an amazing a line dress from the 70s and I haven’t let go of it since. They are so fashionable and sexy at the same time!
It sounds so so lovely! Love a good vintage vibe! Xx
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So cute inspirations <33 I love it 😉
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Lovely!! Xx
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These photos are so fun! I love this tim period
xo
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It’s a very chic one! Xx
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So fun!
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Right? Love fashion history! Xx
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very nice post!
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And again, such an inspirational post! Love it!
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The A line look is cute but I’m not sure it flatters me very well. It’s good to learn the legacy of the A-line dress and how it all started though. Great post! xx
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The only way to know is to try, but yes, it’s not for everyone unfortuanetly! Glad you find it helpful! Xx
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Love this post! You have amazing blog!
xx Rimante
Thank you love, that’s so kind of you! Xx
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twiggy was amazing!
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She was indeed, she had the best swag for the 60s! Xx
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Wow, this was a great read!! Thank you for educating me 🙂 It’s always so interesting to find out the history behind certain styles.
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Thank you love, glad you liked it! It is indeed exciting, love fashion and beauty history! Xx
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A-line dresses are definitely a classic! I never knew the history of it though!
~Jessica
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They are so classic indeed! Glad to keep you updated! Xx
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Ahahaha, I love those last lines. Leaves enough room for a food baby..I can’t, lol.
I LOVE the A-line silhouette. I used to actually hate it, and then I saw the original Dior designs and fell completely head over heels. I’m still not into the ’60s take, but when I saw the “New Look” my life changed. I started taking cues from that line when dressing myself and invested in a few cute A-line skirts.
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N
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Hahah, right? I got that punchline right haha! The A-lines skirt are so charming too, and love the vintage vibe they comes with! The original collections are great sources indeed for inspiration, so much magic in them! Xx
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This is such a cute and creative post! Love it!
~Samantha
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Thank you love! Xx
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Gotta love a good a-line! SO flattering and easy to wear. 🙂
-Ashley
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Indeed, so easy to style and have fun with! Xx
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Great post! I love the A line shape, unfortunately it doesn’t love me as much. I have to stick to the A line skirts, Gemma x
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A line skirts are really chic too, love them in denim or when done as a high waisted skirt! Xx
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I always love a good A line dress. So flattering on everyone! And Twiggy is life in that pic 🙂
Shauna
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Twiggy in that picture is life indeed, just love the vibe! Xx
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Great post. I love A dresses their shape look good on almost all tip of bodies
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They do indeed, and they’re so charming! Love the vintage vibe! Xx
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This is so educational! I love this post as i love A line skirts.
Xo, Christianne
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Thank you love! The A-lines are lovely indeed! Xx
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great post!
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