Well I managed to finish my party dress for next week, so that will save me some time when I get back from my work trip.
Needless to say I need to wear some appropriate underwear with the dress (to remove my tummy bulge ), but here is the "no makeup", version of the look I hope to achieve next weekend for the party.
The dress was first published in the September 2011 issue of the magazine and I loved it. For this version of the dress I made a few changes. The black and gold fabric has no give in it at all, but the plain black has quick a bit of lycra in it so I was able to omit the back zipper.
My first version of this dress, I lined the whole dress, despite the pattern only requiring the bodice to be lined. Because I left out the zipper I needed to work out a way of creating a facing that would stretch if necessary, so made my facings from the same fabric. To create these, I just took the original back and front pattern pieces and drew a new back and front facing and attached it as shown in the top right-hand photo.
This dress has been made entirely from my stash, and an up-cycled kaftan that I would never have worn. There are no notions other than thread. Total cost is probably less than £4.00, not bad for a party dress.
I still have lots of the black and gold fabric left over and I am sure there might be an evening jacket lurking in there somewhere.
Catch you later..............
Needless to say I need to wear some appropriate underwear with the dress (to remove my tummy bulge ), but here is the "no makeup", version of the look I hope to achieve next weekend for the party.
I took my black and gold inspiration from some photos I saw on the internet and a Burda magazine, so I think the black and gold are "on trend".
My first version of this dress, I lined the whole dress, despite the pattern only requiring the bodice to be lined. Because I left out the zipper I needed to work out a way of creating a facing that would stretch if necessary, so made my facings from the same fabric. To create these, I just took the original back and front pattern pieces and drew a new back and front facing and attached it as shown in the top right-hand photo.
This dress has been made entirely from my stash, and an up-cycled kaftan that I would never have worn. There are no notions other than thread. Total cost is probably less than £4.00, not bad for a party dress.
I still have lots of the black and gold fabric left over and I am sure there might be an evening jacket lurking in there somewhere.
Catch you later..............
Gorgeous! And a cute little model too. ;-)
ReplyDeleteTres chic! I love the neckline on the dress. DGD is a real cutie ;-)
ReplyDeleteI love this! What a gorgeous creation!
ReplyDeleteWhat a chic dress, and so unique! I love it, and you look fantastic wearing it. It will be perfect for your party.
ReplyDeleteOh, Pauline, what a gorgeous dress! And for pennies! You will definitely be the star of the party...
ReplyDeleteGorgeous dress Pauline, you look fabulous. And so good to have it finished, no worries and last minute stressed sewing.
ReplyDeleteVery impressive, Pauline. It's a great feeling having it behind you so you can relax a bit when you get back from your trip. It sure doesn't look like it cost so little.
ReplyDeleteBlack and gold: A real winner! I saw te Dolce Gabanna cape some months ago, and though, Wow, I want it! But there is no way I can find that kind of gorgeous fabric.
ReplyDeleteYour dress is stunning and you look great in it. Love the back too. You´ll be the queen of the party!
What a fabulous dress! You are all set to party now when you get back from your travels :)
ReplyDeleteGreat dress - so unusual. Lovely.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunner!!! You have great vision for marrying beautiful fabric to a dramatic style. Enjoy the party when you get back, and all the compliments...
ReplyDeleteWonderful party dress! And using the two complimentary fabrics is such a unique and creative version of this pattern.
ReplyDeleteHi Pauline,
ReplyDeletel am such a lurker,b ut I feel impelled to say that I am truly impressed by this dress. xx
Looks so nice! At first it appears you have a little bolero on. Very nice!
ReplyDeleteWowwwww
ReplyDeleteYour new dress is just breathtakingly beautiful....and a bargain, to boot, how very impressive.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. Love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your lovely comments. My assistant standing next to me is my DGD - it was so funny because when I said "turn round" to take a photo of the back, she turned round too, my D Mike was laughing his head off.
ReplyDeleteLovely dress - You'll be the best dressed at the party
ReplyDeleteYour dress is perfect for a holiday party! Great job and you'll look beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLooks great! Party perfect! Glitz is always on trend, especially during the holidays. Ooooooh, a black/gold jacket? Sounds beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty.. Looks great on you.. Have fun at your Christmas party.
ReplyDeleteI hardly need to add my tuppence-worth, given all the lovely comments above! Nevertheless,I have to agree that the dress is fabulous. How on earth did you make it AND babysit at the same time?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love the fabric combo :)
ReplyDeleteWhen I saw the picture of your dress I thought wow she incorporated the best elements rom the Dolce & Gabbana line. This is a stunning dress! I hope you have a great time at your Christmas Party!
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