10.03.2020
Boucle is a slightly rough plain weave fabric with a finely textured front surface. The somewhat loose textured material cannot be confused with any other. Boucle and bouclette – curl (curl) and ring, this is the literal translation of the name of the fabric from French. It was the “nodular” structure that formed the basis of Coco Chanel’s favorite material and created the well-known “knobby” relief.
History of creation
At the moment, bouclé is considered a “newcomer” in the world of materials intended for sewing clothes. The fabric made its presence known in the mid-twentieth century, and France became its homeland. Coco Chanel, who combined a loose texture and an unusual, but at the same time simple cut, loved bouclé so much that she introduced fashion for this fabric and made it truly famous.
The fabric was first used to make dresses and suits consisting of skirts and jackets, but since the 1970s it has also been used in the production of coats. Currently, bouclé is very popular all over the world. Many different models of clothing are sewn from it, as well as hats, house shoes and decorative interior elements.
Fabric production and characteristics
In production, special threads are used, from which small knots are created by weaving. The fibers used in production are subjected to crepe twisting. The raw materials used are natural wool, cotton, silk, mohair, viscose, acrylic and polyester. Most often, materials are combined.
Fine cloth fabrics are used to make suits, dresses, skirts and sundresses. Thicker and heavier fabrics are suitable for sewing light coats, jackets, jackets, cardigans. Bouclé always remains in fashion. Only its shades change from year to year.
You need to select decorations and accessories for products with a knotted surface responsibly. Sharp protruding corners can cause puffs to form.
Pied de cule or as it is also called “houndstooth” is the most common type of pattern among bouclé. The materials themselves can be plain, checkered, striped or melange. A combination of black and white is often found. You can find bouclé material with a faint stripe, checkered pattern or pattern.
Features of bouclé fabric:
- practicality (the material does not wrinkle, in clothes made from such fabric you can look fresh throughout the day);
- density (guaranteed protection from rain and wind);
- elasticity, the fabric drapes (fits well);
- falling;
- softness and lightness;
- warm and breathable material.
The enveloping structure allows you to create strict, but at the same time feminine products from the material. Not suitable for a strict, clear cut. The fabric is soft and pleasant to the touch. Bouclé knitwear will help visually correct any inconsistencies in the silhouette.
Bouclé coat 2018-2019
The thing got its name because of the material. Bouclé fabric for coats is made from fancy yarn with knots that, when woven, create an interesting pattern. The canvas seems to consist of small rings, reminiscent of light scribble. From the outside, the material may seem rough, bulky and heavy, but in fact this coat is very light and pleasant to the touch. The fabric does not wrinkle, does not get wet and perfectly protects against cold and windy weather.
In 2018-2019, the following bouclé coat models are especially popular:
- Straight cut coat
. Traditionally, the length of this model is knee-length, but there are shorter and longer options. The style is suitable for any body type, softens the silhouette and hides imperfections. - Fitted coat in bouclé fabric
. A stylish and feminine model of medium length, with or without a belt, placing a strong emphasis on a slender waist.
Winter bouclé coat
If for a demi-season model a bouclé coat may look too voluminous, then for winter clothes it is a light and comfortable option. What is the difference between a warm model and an autumn one? First of all, the composition - the fabric for a winter model must contain a large percentage of natural wool (at least 30%), thanks to which such clothes will warm you even in the coldest weather. The style is no less important - you should choose models with a hood or a collar that covers the neck well.
For the winter season, the following colors are fashionable in 2018-2019:
- black coat;
- coat in gray;
- black and white bouclé coat;
- brown coat;
- light pink models.
Demi-season bouclé coat
Most bouclé coat models are demi-season, containing cotton, cashmere or synthetics. Despite all the apparent volume and rigidity, such things are very comfortable and practical. This coat is very comfortable, it does not hinder movement, and protects well from the wind. A big plus of the thing is that you don’t have to worry about the appearance of pellets. Women's autumn boucle coat 2018-2019 is mostly subdued tones, such as:
- grey;
- blue;
- green;
- pink.
Proper care
Like any other fabric, bouclé has its drawbacks. These include excessive flowability, a tendency to form puffs, and the bulkiness of finished garments. If in the latter case a woman needs good taste or just advice from her friends for a successful selection of a suit, then to prevent any damage to the material it is necessary to properly care for it. The fragility of natural fibers requires careful handling by the housewife. In the case of the wool boucle look, it can be achieved as follows:
- use a dry brush with soft bristles for cleaning (no more than once a week);
- ironing with a medium temperature iron without strong pressure through the pad;
- The use of dry cleaning only, washing by hand or in a machine is strictly prohibited.
If your item is made from another type of this fabric, you need to care for it as follows:
- machine washable, but strictly in a delicate cycle (preferably without spin);
- drying in a steamed state without exposure to sunlight;
- Ironing with a slightly heated iron from the wrong side.
By following the advice described above, you can easily achieve a high level of wear resistance of the fabric and will be able to wear your favorite sweater or skirt for a very long time, despite its whimsicality.
Tips for selecting things and wearing them
Since products made from bouclé, as a rule, are visually bulky, you need to choose clothes based on this material wisely. Otherwise, the owner of the wardrobe item will look too voluminous and will simply hide all the advantages of her figure under a thick layer of linen.
Here are some recommendations for selecting various clothing items made from bouclé:
- Owners of curvaceous figures should be more careful about the material: as a rule, it fits well on slender girls, but it can make plumper ones visually more voluminous by hiding the waist.
- Products based on this fabric usually add extra years to the owner. To minimize this effect, you should add modern elements along the way - for example, youth jeans or trousers will go perfectly with a bouclé jacket.
- Thanks to voluminous clothing, you can easily balance the silhouette, emphasizing the upper or lower part of the body. If a woman has wide shoulders and a narrow pelvis, a bouclé skirt will help achieve ideal proportions, and vice versa.
As a rule, the owners of such things speak positively about the fabric. Coats especially receive their attention.
Fashionable bouclé coats
A stylish and beautiful bouclé coat adds status and nobility to your image; it is often chosen by ladies with a certain status in society. But this does not mean at all that it will not suit young girls - on the contrary, fashion trends offer many stylish youth styles. The most popular bouclé coat length is knee-length. This model looks elegant and feminine, while being comfortable and practical.
Knitted bouclé coat
Handmade has become extremely popular in recent years, so a women’s knitted coat made from bouclé yarn is especially relevant in 2018-2019. What is such a thread? It is relatively thick, with many knots, and can contain cotton and synthetics, or wool for winter models. If you plan to make a boucle coat yourself, it is better to use thin knitting needles or a crochet hook to ensure that the knitting is as tight as possible.
Oversized bouclé coat
In recent years, oversized coat models have become incredibly popular - a wide, loose cut with elongated sleeves and large shoulders. Such clothes look very stylish and interesting - they look like they are a couple of sizes too big, but at the same time they look very harmonious on the figure. The most popular coat made of bouclé fabric is a model with a deep neckline and a pointed collar, knee-length or slightly higher.
Bouclé coat with hood
To feel comfortable in the cold season, it is important to cover your neck well, and nothing will cope with this task better than a good and deep hood, which can also have a decorative function. This is also a great option for women who, for various reasons, do not like to wear a hat - a warm hood will cover their head in rain or wind. These models are available in different lengths:
- Short boucle coat with hood. This is a stylish and lightweight model that is popular among young people.
- Midi bouclé coat. A practical option for a demi-season or winter coat that is warm and comfortable.
- Women's full-length bouclé coat with a hood. This option is perfect for lovers of classic clothing solutions.
Bouclé cocoon coat
This unusual cut, called a cocoon coat, may seem strange, sloppy and fattening to many, but this is only the first impression. The peculiarity of this model is dropped shoulders, a tapering hem, and a softened silhouette. This coat, made of bouclé wool or a lighter material, looks voluminous, is often not decorated with anything and does not emphasize the curves of the figure. Most of the models can safely be attributed to the minimalist style.
The main advantage of this type of outerwear is its versatility. It looks great on both graceful girls with model figures and plump ones. The women's bouclé coat in the shape of a cocoon perfectly hides figure flaws - too large or small breasts, not an ideal waist, this is an ideal model for women with curvy figures. The optimal length of this style is knee-length; slender girls can choose a shorter model.
Bouclé coat with fur collar
Beautiful warm coats look especially beautiful and luxurious with a beautiful collar made of natural fur. In addition to the decorative function, this also has a practical meaning - the fur trim covers the neck and chest well, and there is no need to choose a scarf under the coat. A good option is a coat with a hood made of bouclé fabric with fur trim - the head is well protected from the cold and wind.
The collar can be either large and fluffy or neat and minimalistic. This option can often be seen on models in light colors - white, beige, pink or blue bouclé coat. The style looks lighter, although the fabric can be very warm and dense. Such models are especially popular in 2018-2019 and are more suitable for young, slender girls.
Bouclé short coat
If you lead a very active and mobile lifestyle, outerwear that is knee-length or slightly longer, worn primarily with boots, may be uncomfortable and impractical. But this does not mean that this year’s popular women’s boucle coat is not for you. The best comfortable option may be a short length - just below the waist.
A short women's coat made of bouclé fabric comes in different types:
- Coat-jacket. Straight or slightly fitted model with buttons, deep collar with lapel.
- Short coat minimalism. Straight model without decoration and with a simple neckline.
- Short oversized bouclé coat. Voluminous and wide model, stylish and comfortable everyday option.
- Short coat with hood. The hood has more of a decorative function, but can also help out in rainy or windy weather.
Bouclé coat-vest
Creative solutions in outerwear are becoming increasingly popular, including a stylish and original coat-vest made of bouclé fabric. It is no different from the traditional styles described above, except for one very important point - the absence of long sleeves. There are two options for what such a coat could be:
- short-sleeve;
- without sleeves.
Such clothes cannot be winter and warm, but this is a very convenient option in the demi-season, when it is already cool in a sweatshirt, but it is still too hot for a thick coat. This type of outerwear can complement your look and become a highlight. For example, a sleeveless red bouclé coat or other bold colors will add brightness and positivity to a monotonous fall wardrobe. A coat in pink or pastel blue in combination with dark clothes will add a touch of tenderness and lightness.
What to wear with a bouclé coat?
It would seem that there is nothing easier than choosing clothes and shoes to match a universal bouclé coat in a minimalist style. But not every thing will look harmonious in such a combination. First of all, it is important to take into account that such a coat looks very voluminous, that is, sophisticated boots with thin stiletto heels will not fit under it; you should choose a more massive option with a wide, stable heel.
Here's what's important to know when choosing clothes for a coat made of bouclé with wool or lighter materials:
- This style of coat cannot be combined with formal evening dresses at all. The only compromise option is a short dress.
- The boucle coat looks harmonious in combination with a sporty or casual style. So, it can be worn with jeans and ankle boots or sweatpants and sneakers or sneakers.
- Elegant things go well with a bouclé coat, the so-called office dress code - formal blouses, pencil skirts, sheath dresses.
- As for shoes, different styles of coats can be perfectly combined with both classic shoes and comfortable sneakers.
Scarf for boucle coat
A stylish and voluminous bouclé coat looks very interesting when unbuttoned, revealing the figure, so a scarf is not always appropriate under it. But if we are talking about a winter model without a fur collar, a neck accessory is necessary for practical reasons. What type of scarf can be chosen for a stylish and voluminous bouclé coat? Successful options include the following:
- A scarf-snood or collar - suitable for a straight coat with a straight collar, without a neckline.
- A long, wide scarf looks beautiful on the neck under an unbuttoned coat, or on a high, narrow collar.
The color of the scarf chosen to match the coat is also of great importance - it should not be very catchy and contrasting, it is better that the color scheme coincides with a difference of a couple of tones. For example:
- under a light gray, pale blue or pink bouclé coat, it is better to choose a white or pale gray scarf;
- for a dark gray or brown coat, you should choose an accessory of the same color, but a couple of tones lighter;
- Under a black bouclé coat, you can choose either a neutral pastel or a bright scarf.
Hat for bouclé coat
If you can do without a scarf with a good warm collar, then walking without a warm hat in the winter is not only uncomfortable, but also dangerous to your health. But choosing the right background for a seemingly universal bouclé coat is not as easy as it might seem at first glance. Such outerwear looks stylish, modern and youthful, which the hat should match. When choosing, pay attention to the following options:
- A sock hat is a versatile and practical option made from a form-fitting stretch fabric that can be worn plain or draped to suit your taste. The hat looks stylish and neat.
- Textured knitted hats will highlight the interesting weave of the bouclé coat.
- A turban hat is a new modern hit that will add a touch of originality to your look.
- Hats with pompoms look good with short youth coats.
What absolutely does not fit under a bouclé coat are the classic versions of a headdress, hats with fur, berets or caps. Decoration is acceptable, but in small quantities - the highlight of a bouclé coat is its minimalism, and a hat with a lot of decorations will disrupt the stylistic scheme and shift the main emphasis to itself.
The choice of hat color for a bouclé coat is no less important:
- if the coat is not flashy, made in subdued colors, the hat should be the same color, but brighter;
- hats in neutral colors - white, brown, beige, black, gray - will go well with a bright coat;
- For outerwear in neutral tones, for example, a white, gray, brown or black bouclé coat, choose a hat in bright colors.
