Ginkgo leaves are not a traditional Christmas choice, but this dress turned out to be the perfect holiday frock. I rather like the unexpected print in a traditional color scheme on this beautiful cotton sateen.
Since finishing the dress on December 12th, I have already worn it three times. That is almost unheard of for me as I tend to go for a bit more variety in my outfit choices in any given month. I guess you could say I am quite pleased with the way this project turned out!
The dress is also incredibly easy to wear!
I was not entirely sure that the bloused bodice was going to work for me, but with the help of a wide belt, I really like the look.
The bell shaped skirt is also becoming one of my favorite silhouettes.
When I stitched up this petticoat a couple of years back, I had no idea how much wear I would get out of it. It was made specifically for this dress, and at the time, really did not work with anything else in my closet. Two years later, I have added two other dress designs to my wardrobe that work perfectly with this petticoat.
And there is a good chance that there will be more 1960s style dresses in my future! I think I would even love a solid colored version of this design, provided I can find the right fabric. What is it about solid colors that I find so off putting when it comes to textiles!?!
Dress & Belt: Made by me, BurdaStyle 7179 & Vogue 8193
Petticoat: Made by me, Vogue 4203
Shoes: Royal Vintage “Marilyn”
Necklace: Mom’s
Ring: Grandfather's class ring
[Disclosure: The fabric for this project was received in exchange for two yards of fabric from Organic Cotton Plus, but the opinions written here are my own.]
Lovely dress pattern and fabric. I particularly note the extended cap sleeve look and then the attached 'lampshade styling' of the sleeve with a wide band at bottom. This dress just makes me happy seeing it on the wearer. Happy New Year and keep on blogging!
ReplyDeleteJust lovely! I need that fabric.
ReplyDeleteRed is your color, but you look fabulous in pink, purple and green too. I had forgotten about the petticoat but it is a useful undergarment for adding some volume to a skirt that would otherwise droop and not look its best.
ReplyDeleteHow stunning! Love the colour and pattern, psrticularly the sleeves. If you were to make this in a solid, it might look '50s appropriate eith a different colour collar. Thanks for posting your lovely work and sll the best for 2017. Abbey
ReplyDeleteGinkos, THAT dress, and YOU: a winning combination.
ReplyDeleteLast week or so I was looking at your tutorial page for your petticoat tutorial (to gain an understanding of the logistics of construction - not making one, yet), and I couldn't find the petticoat under your "Tutorial" page (as an avid reader of Lilacs & Lace, I knew you had done such a tutorial). Will you be remedying this scenario?
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