I have just finished Vogue 8646 Wrap dress. This dress appealed to me as the skirt did not seem as full as some other wrap dresses and I liked it's simplicity. It also can be made from woven (lightweight broadcloth, lightweight crepe) or stretch fabric (lightweight jersey).
I chose a navy jersey I had in my stash (bought from Gardams Fabrics) and this was mainly influenced by Kate Middleton's engagement announcement dress - mine is much simpler, has no silk content and is made for a day at work, *sigh*.
I traced this pattern ages ago in a size 12 with cup size A (It is a custom fit pattern with different cup sizes - bonus). I do think I could have gone down a size. I took it in at the bust and also ended up wrapping the wrap from side seam to side seam whereas the pattern does not wrap so far. However with doing this, it still gapes at the neckline. I thought I had the problem solved and it would be fine for work but took it to gym this morning, changed and went to work to find myself flashing everyone. I ended up putting a fold-back clip on the front to stop the flash! :)
Next time I wear it will be with a cami!
However all that said I still like this dress enough to persevere with it. A cami will be found and I have plans to make an obi belt to wear with it. The skirt swishes nicely when I walk and, apart from the flashing, it is highly suitable for work.
However I don't think I would bother making this again with other good wrap dress patterns around. I may put this skirt onto another pattern sometime though. The pattern review is here for those interested.
Next up - more fun sewing - Hot Patterns Weekender sunshine top with fun embellishment!
I chose a navy jersey I had in my stash (bought from Gardams Fabrics) and this was mainly influenced by Kate Middleton's engagement announcement dress - mine is much simpler, has no silk content and is made for a day at work, *sigh*.
I traced this pattern ages ago in a size 12 with cup size A (It is a custom fit pattern with different cup sizes - bonus). I do think I could have gone down a size. I took it in at the bust and also ended up wrapping the wrap from side seam to side seam whereas the pattern does not wrap so far. However with doing this, it still gapes at the neckline. I thought I had the problem solved and it would be fine for work but took it to gym this morning, changed and went to work to find myself flashing everyone. I ended up putting a fold-back clip on the front to stop the flash! :)Next time I wear it will be with a cami!
However all that said I still like this dress enough to persevere with it. A cami will be found and I have plans to make an obi belt to wear with it. The skirt swishes nicely when I walk and, apart from the flashing, it is highly suitable for work.
However I don't think I would bother making this again with other good wrap dress patterns around. I may put this skirt onto another pattern sometime though. The pattern review is here for those interested.Next up - more fun sewing - Hot Patterns Weekender sunshine top with fun embellishment!
It's very pretty and I'm sure you will solve your flashing issues! :) I love a good swirly skirt.
ReplyDeleteVery nice dress - looks great! A cami top does wonders for wardrobe malfunctions and that is certainly a dress worth getting out there!
ReplyDeleteThat dress is beautiful. I'd like to make it but I don't want to wear a cami. Do you think clear elastic would solve the flashing problem?
ReplyDeleteGreat dress - shame about the flash factor - but you'll fix it and you can continue swirling and swishing around town!
ReplyDeleteThis neckline is most flattering on you. Wrap dresses gape on everyone. I say, find a cami and make this up in a few different fabrics.
ReplyDeleteThe dress really suits you. At least with a cami you can wear it as the weather cools down.
ReplyDeleteThat's a very pretty dress. You could add a little insert, snapped to the inside of the dress to solve that flashing problem and not have to wear an entire top underneath.
ReplyDeleteVery nice and work ready with a cami. Using the skirt on another pattern is a good idea!
ReplyDeleteWhat a classy dress. With the cami, it will be perfect! I have made the sunshine top and am pleased with that pattern. I'm looking forward to seeing your embellishments.
ReplyDeleteWhat, no picture of the dress styled with stationery? Only yesterday I styled my low wrap-front dress with a large red paperclip. Perhaps we can start a new trend? Navy is a nice colour on you. I always avoid it because it reminds me of uniforms, but I'm seeing so much of it these days I might have to make something navy.
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure that you need a cami. You look very stylish and dress fits perfectly. What about a nice necklace? Elk designs has the sort of thing I'm thinking of.
ReplyDeleteLooks really great on you. I might have to try that pattern now.
ReplyDeleteI had the same issues with a similar pattern from Butterick but the dress looks really nice on you. I would add a gorgeous necklace instead of a cami.
ReplyDeleteA cami will fix you right up! I like this as a great day look for the Kate Middleton/Issa dress.
ReplyDeleteReally nice look, Sue. It's really flattering on you.
ReplyDeleteThe dress looks great on you and like others said make more and wear a cami or add an insert.
ReplyDeleteThis dress is fantastic. So classy! If they put YOUR photo on the cover of that pattern, I wouldn't have passed it right over!
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