Well the great news is that yesterday I was invited to a black tie ball which is a good excuse to make a new fancy dress. The less great news is that it is in 2 weeks time which does not give me a lot of time, but is doable in theory.
I had a rummage through my ever growing pile of Vogue-patterns-in-waiting and found this one - V1108 by Bellville Sassoon that I planned to make last year. I'm thinking about making it full length, though that is a decision I can make down the road and I will buy enough fabric so that I can. I may cut it down later to make it more practical for future occasions.
I know the bow is not to everyone's taste but I think I'm going to go with it!
I made a muslin of the main dress pieces (this pattern has a separate foundation and lining too), a 12 at the neck and a 14 everywhere else, and apart from a bit of gaping at the back neck it's a good enough fit for me to dive into the real fabric. That I still need to buy. I hope I can find something tomorrow, I really want a heavy crepe back satin, but beggars can't be choosers so I will report back soon!
Gorgeous pattern! Definitely with the bow.
ReplyDeleteas for this off the shoulder neckline, I am a bit apprehensive about it. Will you be using some sort of stabilizer to prevent gaping? Do share.
Whenever I work with heavy satin all my necklines gape :-( I probably don't stabilize enough.
Love it love it love it!! Definitely go with the bow and full length... and sewing this is definitely doable. I just sewed my first boned dress with separate foundation in a week (still not sure how I managed that). Can't wait to see your progress.
ReplyDeleteThis dress is gorgeos. Good luck finding the perfect fabric.
ReplyDeleteDefinately yes! Love the bow too. Good luck with the fabric hunt.
ReplyDeleteLooking very promising! But below hip length foundation means you're not supposed to sit in this dress, doesn't it?
ReplyDeleteI have this pattern.
ReplyDeleteI lOVE this pattern.
I don't know where I will ever wear this pattern to, but I had to have it.
I will live vicariously through you.
(Maybe a linen?)
Joanne
Wait, I was thinking out loud- a linen for a casual dress, but a duchesse or shantung for you?
ReplyDeleteSo looking forward to seeing this made up. I have this pattern too, and really like the bow, especially for a ball gown.
ReplyDeleteI really like this pattern - and I think the bow will look fabulous on a full length gown. What colour do you think you'll go for?
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see it! And 2 weeks? - masses of time!
Yay for a black tie event! I just love the pattern, along with the bow - it adds drama.
ReplyDeleteGood luck on finding just the right fabric.
I've admired this pattern (though don't have the confidence to try it out myself!) so I can't wait to see your progress. (I love the bow!)
ReplyDeleteI think this dress is so pretty and unique. I can't wait to see what it looks like!
ReplyDeleteWow, you already have a muslin done! I love the bow. I am sure you will look gorgeous. Good luck finding the right fabric!
ReplyDeleteLove this look and you must do the bow. I think it'll be stunning at either length.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely HATE when sewers change the elements of a style that really made the pattern "unique". I know that's the reason to sew... to make it how you like. BUT, if you had removed the bow, I would have thought, wow! You could have just picked another "plain" pattern!
ReplyDeleteGood luck! I can't wait to see this one finished. This pattern has been in my stash since it's release.
bow and full length! it would look so chic. i'm really excited to see how this turns out. and i think two weeks is just enough time.
ReplyDeleteLove this pattern, the bow really does it. you will be the belle of the ball.
ReplyDeleteloved this pattern from the first time I saw it and I cant wait to see your finished version of it.
ReplyDeleteGo for the bow! muslin is looking good, can't wait to see what color you choose.
ReplyDeleteLove the dress and the muslin looks good.
ReplyDeleteOn your marks, get set, GO!
This is one of my "when I lose a stone" dresses - I am completely in love with its feminine line and I like the bow.
ReplyDeleteYour toil looks fab and I can't wait to see what fabric you decide upon.
I'll be waiting with baited breath!
This pattern is fabulous and, personally, I love the bow. It's going to be wondeful. How nice to have an invitation to a glamorous occasion!
ReplyDeleteI am sure your finished version is going to be amazing an uniquely you! Hope you find the fabric you want!
ReplyDeleteOk so the bow isn't very practical - but perfect for a black tie event. Good luck with the fabric hunt!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking for a ball gown pattern so will be looking out for your finished garment. Fortunately, my event is in November.
ReplyDeleteOh, I love the bow! I'm glad you're sticking with it.
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