Well, rainy weather finally arrived here in the Bay Area, this dress is safely tucked away until next Summer, and I am just getting around to posting photos.
But this was one of my more successful projects this year, if the number of times I have already worn it is anything to go by.
Which is a nice surprise, especially since this was meant as a simple wearable muslin.
I do love a good turquoise, but for some reason, this particular fabric print took years to grow on me.
Thankfully, I never "wasted" it on a pattern design that might not have worked out as well as this one did.
Although I didn't get around to it this year, there will absolutely be another version of this dress that I will make when the perfect fabric comes along. Perhaps the shorter knee length version will win out, or I may stick with the tea length since it is probably my favorite full skirt length.
I would highly recommend this pattern (as many people already have). This is a multi-cup sized pattern, the straps cover a standard bra strap placement, it includes pocket for those who are pocket-obsessed, and it is a very classic and flattering design.
And the skirt allows for plenty of twirling.
If I had to pick something that was less than perfect, I would say the amount of yardage required is a bit much. But do I begrudge the dress the required fabric? Not so much! It may stop me from adding five more versions to my wardrobe . . . but there will definitely be at least one more.
Beautiful! I am now checking out the pattern.
ReplyDeleteI really like this dress. It turned out very well. Great fit, great lines, pop of color!! Fantastic!!
ReplyDeleteYa had to, ya just had to!
ReplyDeletePrecioso y los escotes quedan perfectos. BESICOS.
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