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As a retro fashion enthusiast, Mad Men’s wonderfully styled cast are one of my biggest inspirations on television. Love her or hate her, Betty Draper’s style is always picture perfect.
I used McCall’s 5845, and I found it nearly identical to the original style. I did have some fitting issues due to the fact that, like most women, my hips are nearly three sizes larger than my bust. In other words, I’m a classic pear shape. Even though I was able to cut the top and bottom pieces in each size, it was still quite tricky. I also added two inches to the hem and a tie to the back. I could have added a couple more inches for a nicer bow, but I was pleased overall.
The fabric that I used was from Etsy seller, Sosovintage, and in fact, a vintage cotton sheet. The pattern did call for lining the entire dress, but in anticipation to finish (and a lack of fabric), I only lined the top. The fabric is pretty light, so I’ll need to wear a slip when I wear it out. Another added detail that I love- a vintage metal zipper was used for that extra retro touch.
Material Notes
Vintage cotton fabric- http://www.etsy.com/shop/sosovintage, Pattern- http://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m5845-products-10057.php?page_id=108
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Apr 28, 2011, 03.33 PMby chillwear
Really classic, love it. I have this pattern, I like the added bow.
Apr 28, 2011, 08.00 AMby Tajah
That’s beautiful!
Apr 25, 2011, 10.06 PMby elisana
love. it.
Apr 25, 2011, 05.36 PMby aklat
Gorgeous! :)
Apr 25, 2011, 05.15 PMby Lora Martinez
This dress is fabulous. I love the bow detail in the back, the fit is just perfect!!!
Apr 25, 2011, 04.48 PMby aluckmann
The back of the dress is such an eye-catcher. Wow! This dress looks so lovely on you. Great job working around the fitting issues that we all struggle with. The final fit looks totally tailored to your body.
Apr 25, 2011, 03.43 PMby tashmopolitan
wow! That fabric is really simalar! Looks great!
Apr 25, 2011, 03.36 PMby Lucha Suarez
Love it! By the way- hello from denver!
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Apr 25, 2011, 11.46 PMby laceandthimble
Thanks! Helllooo from Boulder! We are neighbors!
Apr 25, 2011, 01.00 PMby peaches2218
It’s fabulous. I wish MY sheets were this cute!! I’m pretty sure that in 20 years no one will be buying mine on ebay, lol.
Apr 25, 2011, 11.34 AMby fabricaddict
beautiful dress!!
Apr 25, 2011, 11.10 AMby JuliaBobbin
Love it!
Apr 25, 2011, 09.21 AMby charlotteauzou
I love the back and the fabric of you dress ! Betty Draper has major competition :)
Apr 25, 2011, 09.09 AMby annetteb
Really nice.
Apr 25, 2011, 07.57 AMby Debby H
Thats so pretty and fits you perfectly.
Apr 25, 2011, 07.31 AMby in-stockholm
Perfect!
Apr 25, 2011, 06.57 AMby evamarie
what a great fit! Love that bow in the back.
Apr 25, 2011, 06.39 AMby woman
goshh am so loving it! <3