I have a few posts to get up before the end of the year so let's get to it lol
I had a picture of this skirt on my inspiration board in my studio:
I LOVED how they used what looked like both sides of the fabric. Makes this skirt twice as awesome.
I wanted to do the same thing. When I found this fabric I knew how I would use it.
Even though the print is the same, I wanted to be very careful with the placement. If you don't really look, you will miss what I did.
I decided the best placement would be on the princess seams and the sleeves. I absolutely LOVE it. I love this silhouette on me. I want more dresses like this.
The dress is a show stopper. Simple design with amazing fabric. Always the way to go. I kept my accessories super simple just wearing pops of green. I adore my shoes. I've been on the hunt for a great green show for over a year. These are PERFECT.
They don't have the green anymore but I LOVE this pink. Hmmmm
For those of you who sew, here is a review:
Pattern Sizing: 8-16 I made the 12 and graded to the 14 at the hips.
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? I hardly followed the instructions. I did glance over them and they were very straight forward.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the simple style of this dress.
Fabric Used: Cotton Brocade. Since this was a cotton, you really couldn't tell which side was the right side. I used both sides of the fabric to create a little contrast. If you don't look really close you will miss it. I used the opposite side of the fabric on the sleeves and the princess seams. I was inspired by this skirt.
I did find this picture online. I love seeing something designer and truly being inspired by it and making it my own.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? This dress will become a TNT for me when I need a simple dress to showcase some amazing fabric. I will make view B during the spring (unless something better comes along)
Conclusion:
Great pattern, very simple to put together a great basic dress for your wardrobe.
cute dress. I could tell the difference in the photos. it is slight but still a great detail.
Posted by: Kelroc | December 29, 2013 at 06:37 PM
Great use of the print! The dress looks beautiful on you!
Posted by: Carolyn | December 29, 2013 at 08:38 PM
What a fabulous idea for fabric use! And you are right, this dress looks amazing on you. Great silhouette.
Posted by: Melwyk | December 29, 2013 at 09:48 PM
Great idea Adrienne! It's very subtle but has a huge fashion impact! Very creative thinking and a beatiful end result!
Posted by: Myra | December 30, 2013 at 04:09 AM
Thank you!
Posted by: Adrienne | December 30, 2013 at 09:48 AM
Thank you Ms. Carolyn!
Posted by: Adrienne | December 30, 2013 at 09:48 AM
Thank you!
Posted by: Adrienne | December 30, 2013 at 09:48 AM
Thanks Myra!
Posted by: Adrienne | December 30, 2013 at 09:48 AM
Love it! And the pops of green...you go!!! That makes me love it even more.
Posted by: Vanessa | December 30, 2013 at 03:01 PM
It's a show stopper indeed! Just FABULOUS!
Happy New Year, Adrienne!!!
Posted by: Tany | January 01, 2014 at 03:29 AM
Beautiful dress! I love how you added the pop of green with your shoes and purse.
Posted by: Levone | January 02, 2014 at 02:09 AM
Thanks Vanessa!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 09, 2014 at 09:53 AM
Thanks Tany!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 09, 2014 at 09:53 AM
Thank you Levone!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 09, 2014 at 09:53 AM
Adrienne, I saw this pattern on Butterick and Googled it to see real-life people modeling it, and found you. You look lovely in this dress, and your craftsmanship and choice of fabric is excellent. I love the modesty of this dress, and the ability to accessorize it to change the look. Thanks, you've convinced me that I need this pattern.
Posted by: Kim | March 10, 2014 at 09:33 AM