At Cotélac, we cultivate the art of balance. We invite you to explore the different facets of volume, not as a constraint, but as an opportunity to create unique silhouettes, imbued with our timeless spirit. It's not about disappearing into a shapeless outfit, nor suffering in a piece that's too tight, but about finding the ease that frees your movements and reveals your essence.
Volume: A Symphony of Proportions
Delicate breadth: the promise of Cotélac fluidity
Our loose-fitting pieces are never "too big," but designed to offer freedom of movement and a graceful drape. Flowy shirts, flowing dresses, palazzo pants... they embody the relaxed elegance we cherish.
Play with Contrasts: If you opt for a loose-fitting top (a generous blouse, an oversized sweater), choose a more fitted bottom (straight pants, a pencil skirt) to balance the silhouette. Conversely, wide-leg pants will pair perfectly with a more fitted top or a fine knit.
Define the Waist: Even with a loose-fitting piece, a thin belt or built-in tie can delicately define the waist, adding structure and femininity without breaking the flow.
Material is Key: Our lightweight, supple fabrics (viscose, tencel, cotton voile) are essential to ensure the fullness retains its elegance and doesn't "pack" the silhouette. They create an airy movement.
Oversize Volume: The Affirmation of a Contemporary Style
More than just a plus size, oversize at Cotélac is a stylistic intention, an invitation to wrap yourself in chic comfort. These are cozy sweaters and jackets with generous lines, which embody a certain sophisticated nonchalance.
Shoulders: Make sure the shoulder line falls naturally and isn't excessively wide. This is often the starting point for a successful oversized silhouette that doesn't look awkward.
Mastered Proportions: If your top is oversized, choose a closer-fitting bottom (slim jeans, fine knit leggings, a straight skirt). This will avoid the "bag" effect and highlight your legs.
Length: An oversized sweater can be worn tucked in slightly at the front to define the waist, or left loose over slimmer pants. An oversized jacket will look perfect over a fitted dress or a slim pants/top combo.
The Delicate Fit: The Refined Second Skin
At Cotélac, "fitted" never means "tight." These are pieces that smoothly hug the body's contours, enhancing the silhouette without restricting movement. Fine knit tops, straight skirts, tapered pants... they're the foundation of our layering.
Comfort Above All: Our stretchy, natural fabrics (stretch cotton, viscose jersey) guarantee absolute freedom of movement. You should feel comfortable, never constricted.
Smart Layering: Fitted pieces are perfect as a base for layering with looser pieces. A fitted tank top under an oversized shirt, for example.
Highlight: Fitted pieces are ideal for highlighting a specific part of the body, such as the waist, hips, or arms.
Mastering Cotélac Volumes
The Dialogue of Opposites: The secret to a harmonious silhouette often lies in the contrast of volumes. A loose top with a fitted bottom, or a generous bottom with a more fitted top. This dynamic creates balance and rhythm.
Material, Ally of Volume: The quality and nature of our fabrics are fundamental. A vaporous silk will fall with a different fluidity than a more structured knit. Understand how each material reacts to volume to choose the piece that's right for you.
The Point of Balance: Think about a visual point of balance in your outfit. This could be the waist accentuated by a belt, the neckline of a flowing blouse, or the ankle revealed by cropped pants. This anchor point gives coherence to the whole.
Ease of Movement: Regardless of the size, Cotélac clothing should fit your body. Feel free to raise your arms, sit down, or walk around our fitting rooms. If the garment restricts your movement, it's not the right size for you, even if it fits true to size.
Your Own Sensibility: Trends are invitations, but your style is an intimate conversation with yourself. Trust your feelings. If a loose-fitting piece makes you feel empowered and elegant, it's the right choice. If a fitted piece makes you feel confident, it's your choice.
At Cotélac, volume is freedom. It's the art of dressing consciously, of choosing pieces that not only dress you, but also reveal you, with absolute comfort and timeless elegance. Let our creations guide you to create looks that speak to you, with subtlety and character.
