Vogue 2481
Pattern Description: Close-fitting, boned, lined, straight dress, below mid-knee or evening-length, has pleated left side and right side zipper/slit.
Pattern Sizing: 14-16 I made the 14
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? They were VERY easy!!!
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved how the foundation piece was constructed. I've worked with boning before but it was done in the seams. This was sewn directly to the interfaced lining.
Fabric Used: Silk Dupoini
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I HIGHLY recommend this dress if you like this style. I wanted something other than just a plain strapless dress. The side pleats attracted me to it. I will need to get another picture in this dress and take some detail shots. I really, really love it.
Here is a picture of the pleats:
Nice dress, you wear it well.
Posted by: Freaky Deaky | January 21, 2011 at 01:13 AM
This is another great dress. You looked amazing. The fit is great
Posted by: Toy | January 21, 2011 at 04:05 AM
That's the dress we were chatting about. Remember? It is sooo pretty. I love the fabric too, and your shoes are fab.
Posted by: manecoarse | January 21, 2011 at 06:00 AM
That fabric just makes that dress. Love the pleating.
Posted by: Beth Conkwright | January 21, 2011 at 07:30 AM
Another very pretty dress. I am just loving your entire cruise wardrobe.
Posted by: Joyce in NC | January 21, 2011 at 07:52 AM
Soooo pretty! I love the color you dupoini you used:) This dress is definitely cruise worthy!
Posted by: Victoria | January 21, 2011 at 08:25 AM
You look elegant in this photo. I have never worked with silk dupioni, but it seems like the perfect fabric for this pattern! And where did you find all the time to sew all these items?
Posted by: Vanessa | January 21, 2011 at 09:37 AM
Gorgeous! The colors (dress, shoes) look great together.
Posted by: narcissaqtpie | January 21, 2011 at 01:09 PM
I love the dress. I love going out on the town or cocktail dress attaire. Have a cocktail party because it's Tuesday.
Posted by: Sheri D. Maple | January 21, 2011 at 01:42 PM
Do you ever wear the same thing twice?
Posted by: Carla | January 21, 2011 at 08:49 PM
Very nice Adrienne! The color is marvelous on you!
Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Cassandra | January 21, 2011 at 09:36 PM
Oh my goodness, you and the dress are beautiful!
Posted by: Shannon | January 22, 2011 at 10:25 PM
Wow so glamorous and the colour is gorgeous.
Posted by: allisonc | January 23, 2011 at 10:58 PM
Super cute! I love dupioni silk for evening!
Posted by: Robin | January 24, 2011 at 04:31 PM
I love this dress, the fabric everything. It looks better than the view on the pattern. Great fabric choice - beautiful
Posted by: Kisha | January 25, 2011 at 05:33 PM
This one is a show stopper!!! You did a BEAUTIFUL job, my friend!
Posted by: Tany | January 27, 2011 at 01:26 PM