Since I had plenty of fabric available, I decided to make a matching top for my 1970s style swirl skirt.
McCalls 8431 is a recent reproduction of a vintage pattern, and the illustration was an obvious use of coordinating fabric, making it an easy choice to match the multi patterned skirt. I wasn't entirely sold on the elastic finish on the sleeve hemline, but I decided to go with it.
I did take a wedge out of the bodice back piece (a common adjustment for me), and I also decided to line the bodice front and back with some black cotton voile that I had stashed away for a clean finish.
I added 5/8" to the midriff pieces, ensuring that the back bodice would sit at my waistline, and not slightly above it. I probably could have added an extra 1/4-1/2", but this is definitely better for my long torso than as originally drafted.
I think it pairs quite nicely with the skirt. And with no zipper or buttonholes to contend with, this project went together in no time. Honestly, the most difficult choice was where to place each print.
I really like the way these coordinates came out, and while both patterns are most definitely 1970s inspired, I think the silhouette has a very 1940s flavor. Which isn't too surprising, I suppose, considering that a large portion of 1970s designs were inspired by a 1940s silhouette!
Such a cute outfit!
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