I used the Bordeaux pattern for this dress. I chose a light, linen- type fabric for this, and it turned out well. I edged the neck yoke in yellow bias tape. Since I am a size 34-36, I completed the pattern without extra seam allowances — the pattern is very fitted, slightly different than the example. Side note: make sure the neck yoke can fit over your head! I added a zipper on the yoke since I had completed it before I realized it. I also moved the zipper from the back to the right side.
linen-type material
AnaJan
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Jun 30, 2009, 02.56 AMby AnaJan
Hey clho, lovely dress! I like the contrasting yellow piping very much.
Regarding the fit – I have a very narrow waist that is not in proportion with my hips and bust, so the dress is a bit loosely fitted on me. Your comment is an important remark for other users.
Jun 29, 2009, 08.16 PMby Sew4my3
Very flattering! What a beautiful fabric! Nicely done!
Jun 29, 2009, 07.35 PMby jmgordon52
Great fit. Love the yellow detail.