Garment & Textile · Women's Garment
A-line Dress / Skirt
Fitted at waist/bust flaring outward in the shape of an 'A'.
Origin
Paris
Era
Modern (1955)
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Industrialist View
Most-flattering silhouette — sells across ages. Beginner-tailor friendly.
Tailor & Garment-Worker View
Dress: fitted bodice + flared skirt from natural waist. Skirt: 4- or 6-panel. Can add hidden side-zip.
Construction & Use
Coined by Christian Dior (1955).