{"id":4728,"date":"2019-07-24T12:44:32","date_gmt":"2019-07-24T07:14:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lavendertheboutique.com\/?p=4728"},"modified":"2020-12-03T19:08:40","modified_gmt":"2020-12-03T13:38:40","slug":"gown-hemlines-train-selection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lavendertheboutique.com\/blog\/gown-hemlines-train-selection\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need To Know About Gown Hemlines and Trains"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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When finalizing the design of a gown, you will encounter a number of mind-boggling questions. What should be the length of the gown? Do you want your gown to have a train? Should the train be removable? This article will help you answer all these questions with ease without getting overwhelmed by design terms that seem like jargon. Here is all you need to know to pick the right hemline and train length for your perfect gown<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t The hemline of a gown is the lowest edge of the gown\u2019s skirt which essentially defines the length of the gown. The right gown hemline is one that is appropriate for the occasion and the weather, but it should also tick the right boxes in terms of comfort and being flattering for your height and frame. Here is a list of some of the most popular gown hemlines along with some tips on which one will suit your needs the best<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t A High-Low hemline is an asymmetrical hemline that is higher at the front and lower at the back. High-low skirts typically fall at the knees or right below the knees in the front and are almost floor-length at the back. This style of hemline allows the wearer to highlight their toned legs in a subtle manner with medium coverage. It is appropriate for casual and semi-formal events<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Source: Adrianna Papell<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t Source: carousell.com<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t A gown with a Maxi hemline hits the legs just above the ankles. This hemline provides good coverage and is suitable for formal events. It can complement all body types when paired with an appropriate silhouette<\/a>. A maxi hemline should be your hemline of choice if you want to flaunt a statement pair of shoes<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t A gown with a Tiered hemline has a layered skirt, with each layer having a hemline of a different length. A tiered hemline draws attention towards the lower half of the body, and is suitable for those with a heavier bust area because it will create a balance between the torso and the skirt. This hemline is usually paired with an A-line silhouette, and offers a youthful appeal to the outfit<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Source: Rissy Roo’s<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t Source: Women Oracle<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t A Floor-length gown features a skirt that goes beyond the ankles and hits the floor. This hemline is your safest bet for formal occasions with a conservative dress code. It can, however, be given a modern makeover with a slit to show off your legs. A floor-length gown flatters most body types, and petite women can pair it with heels to create the illusion of a leaner and taller frame. A popular Indo-Western rendition of floor-length gowns are Anarkali gowns, which are appropriate for Indian wedding functions and festivals<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t These were some of the most popular hemlines, specifically for gowns. Generic information on hemlines for skirts & dresses can be found here<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\tPicking the Right Hemline<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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