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October 25, 2013

I'm in love with my wrap dress...Kwik Sew 3408

You will have to excuse the exhausted look on my face lol. This week has been I N S A N E. Y'all have no idea lol.

I attended a super special luncheon (more on that later) and needed a nice, effortless chic dress. You can't BEAT a wrap dress for such occassions. Wrap dresses are about to take over my wardrobe. They are fabulous, effortless, and they look amazing on me.

I went fabric shopping with my mom last month and when I saw this fabric I do believe I rolled around on the floor just giddy. I fell in love with it. I LOVE the super large houndstooth print and I love that it's not your "classic" houndstooth colors. The colors are great and perfect for fall.

I'm loving my red bag. It compliments my dress so well.

I kept my accessories very simple. Sparkly bracelet, chain link necklace and nude pumps. A little sparkly always does a body good.

For those of you who sew, here is a review:

Pattern Description: Misses fitted wrap dresses have waist seam, slightly flared skirt, V-neckine, bust darts and self-fabric ties. View B has 3/4 length sleeves.

Pattern Sizing: XS-XL I made the medium.

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? Kwik sew always has THE best directions. Their patterns are worth the directions alone. I did look over these for the sake of the review but I didn't need them.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the style of this dress. I normally use Vogue 8379 when I want a wrap dress but I truly believe that one has been replaced.

Fabric Used: Matte Jersey

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I made the fabric ties wider. I didn't like the narrow ones.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes yes yes yes yes and yes. I am making this one again. And again. And, well you get the point. This pattern is OOP so if you can find it anywhere grab it.

Conclusion: Excellent pattern!

Oct 25, 2013 12:00:00 AM | DIY, Fashion, Pattern Review, Reviews, Sewing, Sewing 2013, What I'm Wearing 2013

32 Comments

I agree with your assessment of the wrap dress. It fits you well.

Posted by: Alethia | October 25, 2013 at 12:27 PM

Your dress looks good. Funnily enough I had just been thinking of making one of these. Love the fabric. It makes houndstooth look modern and cheeky.

Posted by: Val | October 25, 2013 at 03:25 PM

great dress! you did it again! How do you find the time for all you do?

Posted by: Angie Norman | October 25, 2013 at 06:25 PM

Seeing this dress is the only time I wish I could sew! I love the red bag with it!

Posted by: LaShawn | October 25, 2013 at 06:54 PM

Great dress. That fabric is just too awesome.

Posted by: Cari | October 25, 2013 at 07:25 PM

Adrienne,
You have done it again! This dress and the large houndstooth print is gorgeous. You look great and I need that RED bag, lol.

Posted by: Brenda | October 25, 2013 at 09:02 PM

Knockout dress Adrienne !!
You look totally fabulous :)

Posted by: Vonnevo | October 26, 2013 at 02:22 AM

You sure look fabulous in that dress!

Posted by: Joy | October 26, 2013 at 03:21 AM

This is fantastic on you! Love the herringbone fabric!

Posted by: Carolyn | October 26, 2013 at 03:33 PM

I became giddy just looking at your fabric, I mean dress. It is a standout. The perfect choice for this wrap dress. Wow!

Posted by: Kelroc | October 27, 2013 at 07:15 PM

Love the print and you look great in it. First
time posting but have been following your blog for some time!

Posted by: Sew It Fits! | October 27, 2013 at 11:18 PM

I would have been rolling around on the floor with you if I were lucky enough to get my hands on this gorgeous fabric too! When you tire of this beautiful dress, you can send it right over to me!

Posted by: Myra | October 28, 2013 at 04:39 AM