topic Re: Hemlines in Fashion

Hemlines

bargainsgirl — Sat, 01 May 2021 11:39:40 GMT

Anyone else so tired of asymmetrical and sharkbite and longer in the back hemiines? I know to each his own but so many tops are ruined because of the hemlines. Dresses too!! Just my opinion.

Re: Hemlines

Mombo1 — Sat, 01 May 2021 12:16:12 GMT

@bargainsgirl wrote:
Anyone else so tired of asymmetrical and sharkbite and longer in the back hemiines? I know to each his own but so many tops are ruined because of the hemlines. Dresses too!! Just my opinion.

@bargainsgirl I agree. These hemlines don't work for me at all... I am petite sizing and they make me look even shorter.

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LindaSal — Sat, 01 May 2021 12:19:41 GMT

Yes I am with you on this one. I cannot stand the longer in the back style, it's just awful and at 5'4", I simply cannot wear them. Some of the shark bites, I don't mind as I can wear some with leggings.

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SloopJohnB — Sat, 01 May 2021 12:19:46 GMT

@bargainsgirl Not a fan. But I have no qualms with those that do. I don't think it is flattering for me.

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Mom2Dogs — Sat, 01 May 2021 12:21:17 GMT

@bargainsgirl YES! I refuse to purchase anything, shirt, dress, etc with a that type of hemline. I was hoping this trend would go away.

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Xivambala — Sat, 01 May 2021 13:03:22 GMT

I agree! Hi-Lo, shark bite, asymmetrical, fit and flare, and frayed 'hems' are all nonsense. Just give me classic good quality and good fitting clothing items please.

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Miss Pepsi — Sat, 01 May 2021 14:04:39 GMT

I am tired of it. Kind of wish they wouldn't pick something then beat it into the ground.

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Shanus — Sat, 01 May 2021 14:44:36 GMT

Someone's purchasing this stuff or they wouldn't keep producing it, buying it and selling it.

I'm really tired of the so-called "fashion" on the Q. The good designers are gone. Isaac who was a favorite for more tailored clothing has gone off the deep end with brighter colors, weird fits and lace, lace and more lace. Kim G. bright prints and her things just don't fit me. LOGO? No comment. Susan Graver was never a fan. Jason Wu looks promising, though.

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kaydee50 — Sat, 01 May 2021 14:54:27 GMT

I will not buy anything with an uneven hemline. IMO sharkbites add weight to the hips--which I certainly don't need (LOL!!) and I don't like asymmetry. Will not be sad to see both of these "fashion statements" gone.

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Pook — Sat, 01 May 2021 15:06:14 GMT

It's not like anyone is being forced to wear them - there are other choices. Can't understand how anyone could get tired of something they do not like an d wear!!!

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Kachina624 — Sat, 01 May 2021 15:14:21 GMT

I haven't bought anything with an "exotic" hemline since 2019 when I got sick of them. I'm also tired of the look and excess bothersome fabric that comes with fit 'n flare styles. It gets in my way unless I just sit primly and fold my hands.

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Still Raining — Sat, 01 May 2021 16:10:45 GMT

They are just a continuation of the big shirt trend. Remember peach skin? A handy match with leggings. Like everything, it will pass, but in the meantime can be fun.

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ALRATIBA — Sat, 01 May 2021 16:49:04 GMT

No, I'm not tired of them at all! Personally, I've always liked the look It's been around for years!

I would guess that style might not work well on a curvy figure.

I have no curves - just straight up and down with wide shoulders (think "T" shape). I can wear these styles really well.

I recall making my first trapeze hemline top from a Vogue pattern prior to 1976 - so they've been around lots of years.

It was in the early 90s that I bought my first handkerchief hem skirt from Burlington (still have it and wear it).

On most of the sweaters and vests that I knit/crochet - I alter them so that the front is shorter than the back and/or the hemline is staggered.

Whether designers and manufacturers continue making them - who knows? As for me - I like them, and can make them myself.

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wilma — Sat, 01 May 2021 17:48:04 GMT

I definitely prefer a straight hemline. I don't mind a subtle curved hemline or having the back a bit longer then the front, but I don't like anything too extreme. I have seen some cute tops with hemlines I don't care for so I pass on those.

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lulu1 — Sat, 01 May 2021 17:55:19 GMT

I am not a fan of uneven or exaggerated hemlines. If the garment is something I love, I cut the material and re-hem the garment with an even, straight hem.

As far as exaggerated back hems that "cover the bootie", I think it only draws attention to it.