What do tunics look like

This fashion option is good especially to those of you who have a heavy weight body. Adding a belt to your look will make your waistline appear naturally slimmer.

This fashion technique works pretty well with tunics. Adding or removing layer offers a quick way to change our look. Layering helps us put our summer clothes into use even after the summer season has ended. Tunics can be combined perfectly with sweaters, jackets, scarfs. By applying creativity and experimenting with different color and design options we can achieve different look in the cold months. We can add layering under our tunic as well. We can wear a turtleneck under our tunic for getting a sophisticated look.

It not only looks great but it keeps us warm. Picking a headscarf that matches the color of our tunic is a good idea for a fresh summer outfit. Adding different stylish statement details to our look is a perfect way to achieve a unique look that matches our personality.

Adding fringes to an old tunic for example will give it a new glamorous look. Tunic offers an opportunity to wear long necklaces thanks to their length. A necklace is a straightforward way to add personal touch and glamour to any type of tunic.

Other good jewellery idea for tunics are long blingy earrings that will grab the attention. Gladiator heels are excellent go-to option for formal and semi-formal occasions.

They add a touch of glamor to our outfit. To get a minimalistic tunic look , loafers are the perfect option here. We can never go wrong with the good old simple boots. What's new. Top sellers. Gift cards. Tunic and skirt A skirt offers a unique way to achieve a feminine style with any outfit. I am an hourglass and short and have found that a tunic with interest at the bust or that haves an empire waist looks best on me.

It has to have a scoop neck or a V-neck. Also, I always recommend a v or scoop neck. Showing off decolletage is feminine and makes you look taller and slimmer. Cheers, Deborah. Okay, if we are not to wear anything flowing up top with wide leg pants,, what do you suggest that covers your arms and is not sleeveless. You could also wear a camisole and a short cropped jacket or a blouse is not too loose and blousy tucked in would be nice.

So if you go wide on bottom stay more streamlined up top. The industry has caught on that we like them. Personally, I like the ones that do not make me re-love the 70s. Also luv tunics that are long in front, not just the back. There also seems to be plenty of sleeveLESS tunics. How about short sleeve? Deborah — do you have a pic for the shorter style that you recommend for the short and petite that hits just at the hip. It looks like all of these hit well below the hip.

Thank you! Hi Kim, If you are petite I would suggest you shop in the petite section because the clothes are proportional and you will find longer tops with the proper length sleeves and that hit at just the right spot just below the hip. I think if you keep looking in the regular section you are going to have hard time. I wear a lot of tunics and big shirts as they cover a multitude of sons. Now here is the definitive answer that tunics should not be worn with wide leg pants; thank you!

You saved me from walking around looking like a tent. Very Interestig tunic article for tunics for women after My view is that tunics suit everyone as that loose flowing tunic top style makes the petite ladies look pretty and flirty and the plus size women look sleek, beautiful and stylish.

I am a tunic lover! Choose a tunic that: is more A-line than straight up and down falls below the widest part of your body, not right on it, so as not to emphasize your weight has some detail or embellishment at the neckline to draw the eye up has side vents, so your tunic does not cling Apple Shape — You have a large tummy and chest but great legs. I have a sleeveless maxi dress in taupe that has side slits up to the knees. When I add a pair of black leggings under the dress, the outfit becomes ultra chic.

Thanks for the inclusion, Sylvia. Your blog is a constant inspiration for me! It was great to have you Judith. So is your blog to me. It seems like we are inspiring each other! I enjoyed seeing all these wonderful ways of pairing tunics with pants, I really must give it a try some time soon. Thank you this series, Sylvia.

It is such an inspiration for those days when I am not sure what to pull out of the closet! Everybody here looks fantastic. Lovely examples… I like all of them very much. So … a great post. One special mention for Judith… gosh that woman can look good!

Very interesting and helpful for us mature women.. Need more info.. Hi Linda. Like Alice, I struggle with the dress and pants look. I always struggle with dress and pants look.. I do like leggings with longer sweaters. All the looks are great here!

Thanks Alice. In the end you need to wear what suits you. I can understand that this look is not for everyone. How to wear tunics or short dresses with pants.

This outfit formula can both be worn in a dressy way as well as casually chic. You can wear a short dress over pants! So, just what is the rule on wearing mini dresses over 40 or beyond? Catwalk looks featuring short dresses over pants Louis Vuitton — Fendi — Adeam Wearing dresses or tunics over pants is a style trend which featured on the runways for both spring and autumn I often refer to this as the rule of thirds. Want to learn more on the rule of thirds? Try a wide, short dress This look can be easiest to pull of with a wider, short dress that rests on the middle of your upper legs like mine above.

However, other options can work well too, including longer peplums and longer dresses. What about your waist? Get even more creative with your dresses! If you dress is wide or has slits, you can be creative in other ways, like tying a knot.

Tunics to wear over pants Tunics are shorter than dresses and are ideal to wear over skinny pants or leggings especially. Here too, you want to keep the rule of thirds in mind. What tunic to pick? Below are some examples of the types of tunics you could choose. You could opt for anything from waistcoat dresses to coat styles and wrap dresses. Take a look below at some of the dress styles you could choose over your pants.

Caslon crewneck T-shirt dress — Zella tie dye T-shirt dress — Rails tie waist T-shirt dress — Fraiche by J stripe faux wrap dress Bottoms to wear with tunics or short dresses The easiest way to get started with this look is to wear a looser fitting dress or tunic over form-fitting pants. I like to wear tunics and short dresses over jeans, leggings, tailored and wide-legged pants. Wider pants can be an option too You can wear a short dress over wider pants too.

I like to keep a modern aesthetic by opting for booties, brogues or platform sandals. Louise et Cie sandal — Clarks platform sandal — Steve Madden ankle strap sandal — FitFlop sneaker Accesories to use with tunics or short dresses over pants Of course, you can team your look with any accessories. COACH leather shoulder bag — COACH leather crossbody bag — Open Edit beaded wrap necklace — Karine Sultan gold plate collar necklace — Knotty beaded drop earrings — Karine Sultan mixed metal earrings Capsule wardrobe The great thing about wearing tunics or dresses over pants if you can have fun and play around with your look.

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