Even though the weather hasn't quite decided what to do yet, I am moving onto summer sewing. I'm starting with one of my new Vogue purchases, this Tracey Reese jersey dress.
I'm making it in black for an easy throw it on anytime dress. So far it is very straightforward to sew, but I needed to lengthen the skirt - I added 4 inches and it still looks pretty short, especially as the bodice seems to be quite high waisted too. I'm quite sure the model is somewhat taller than my 5'6 so I think Vogue must have adjusted the proportions of the pattern. I'll have a better idea if it's going to be long enough when the dress is in one piece. Here is the bodice so far;
I'm making it in black for an easy throw it on anytime dress. So far it is very straightforward to sew, but I needed to lengthen the skirt - I added 4 inches and it still looks pretty short, especially as the bodice seems to be quite high waisted too. I'm quite sure the model is somewhat taller than my 5'6 so I think Vogue must have adjusted the proportions of the pattern. I'll have a better idea if it's going to be long enough when the dress is in one piece. Here is the bodice so far;
Looks good so far. Good luck on the length.
ReplyDeleteTwo thumbs up!
ReplyDeleteWhy do all of the Vogue designer patterns seem to be either ridiculously short or low-cut?
ReplyDeleteI made this and had to add 5 inches which made it knee length for me. This dress will be perfect in black!
ReplyDeleteLooking good! Your gathering round the neck is so even.
ReplyDeleteLike the skirt in your last post too. I really must look out for some fabric for that pattern.
Great pattern
ReplyDeleteLooking good so far!
ReplyDeleteThis is going to be so chic! Perfect for warm weather (which is slowly, slowly arriving here, yay!).
ReplyDeleteI'll be watching this project carefully. I love this pattern, but have resisted buying it because it is so short and looks a little low cut too.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see this finished cause it's in my cue. Hey any advice on navigating Sham Shui Po? I've been there once and it's so overwhelming. You always find great stuff. I'll be there next week and I'm itching to shop.
ReplyDeleteShannon
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