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I actually finished this dress a few weeks ago, then totally forgot to post about it! This is what was originally to be a “Thanksgiving dress”, then slated for Christmas, and it did get finished before Valentine’s Day, but I didn’t wear it. This was one of the dresses on my fall sewing list, but didn’t end up quite the way I had envisioned. Originally, I was going to use a late 1930s pattern (last image), the zipper front view to be exact. However, since society has forever been jaded with the combination of the 1970s pointy collars and front zippers, the first bodice screamed 70s, rather than the 30s. Not being a 70s gal myself (at least, not of that side of the 70s; the more earthy/hippie/Laura Ashley looks I could do), I knew if I made it up as-is, I’d never, ever wear it.
Thankfully, I had enough fabric to cut out another bodice (yay for over-buying!), and used the already tried and true Sense and Sensibility swing dress pattern (www.sensibility.com). The skirt I had cut out from the original 30s pattern, but it was easy to work into the new bodice. The fabric is a nice, heavy rayon crepe that drapes beautifully and is perfect for the spate of cold weather right now. I’m actually kind of shocked I didn’t wear it until now! I think I have to be in a certain mood to wear a bright red dress, if you know what I mean? Wednesday definitely was one of those days; I needed a good injection of color as a pick-me-up!
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rayon
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Intermediate
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Feb 10, 2011, 11.14 AMby lyrameneses
This is the dress that made me inspired to try my hand at sewing the 40’s swing dress. It’s absolute perfection! :D
Sep 7, 2010, 07.31 PMby katwear
It’s lovely. You look stunning
May 25, 2010, 05.13 PMby tamezdc
Amazing dress. Just like all of your other creations.
Mar 22, 2010, 08.47 AMby bjorgg
Love this dress and the BAG!
Mar 17, 2010, 10.13 PMby helenadoll
so elegant!
Feb 22, 2010, 10.34 PMby almatinka
As all your work – it’s a stunner! Love the alterations you did – for some reason I just don’t see you in a dress with a zipper up front. Love the waist-part (sorry, I think it’s called mid-riff in English, but I am not sure). And the colour is really nice on you!
Feb 22, 2010, 03.53 PMby shynkah
i love this dress! i actually think i own the pattern too, never thought of it till i saw you project.
Feb 21, 2010, 09.39 AMby nessys
So beautiful – once again you have created a master piece and you look absolutely gorgeous in it – beautiful colour on you – love the red matching lips! x
Feb 21, 2010, 08.40 AMby lilybart
So gorgeous! Love your hair also.
Feb 19, 2010, 11.36 PMby brownlow3
I was wondering how you altered the pattern down in size. The picture of the pattern you show says size 20, bust 38! I have several patterns from the 30’s the exact size that I have yet to make up with the thought of that I might ruin the integrity of the pattern if I try to alter the size down. All that aside your dress is very beautiful..
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Feb 21, 2010, 08.45 PMby elegantmusings
I grade almost all of my vintage patterns up or down; the vast majority of my patterns are not in my size range at all! I wrote an article on my blog a bit back that covers the aspect of grading patterns and includes some sources and information: http://elegantmusings.com/2009/11/the-vintage-pattern-primer/
Hope that helps! :)
Feb 19, 2010, 04.44 PMby mendel2803
Wow – what a beautiful dress and I love your photography too
Feb 19, 2010, 12.41 PMby embaby
Love the dress! The hair and bag complete the look.
Feb 19, 2010, 09.10 AMby sew4my3
Sensational style! I agree totally with the changes you made and you did such a wonderful job! As always, looking forward to seeing your next creation!
Feb 19, 2010, 08.59 AMby elaine-bin
A lovely dress, such an elegant style and love the colour.
Feb 19, 2010, 06.33 AMby nglalala
Great dress! Love the photo mats in the background, too!
Feb 19, 2010, 06.32 AMby nglalala
Great dress! I also love the photo mats in the background!
Feb 19, 2010, 03.07 AMby Ana B
Once again; a beautiful simply elegant dress.
Feb 18, 2010, 11.13 PMby passthepins
Wow. You are one classy lady! Another one of your fantastic creations.. Your an inspiration. :)
Feb 18, 2010, 10.49 PMby ichigogirl
Absolutely gorgeous, I think you made some great decisions in changing it a bit, I’ll watch it, and learn… :-)
Feb 18, 2010, 08.19 PMby bijouxbetty
splendiferous! I know what you mean about being in the right mood for some brights. It drapes on you so well.
Feb 18, 2010, 08.01 PMby frkbustad
Another of your great creations, I must say it turned out very well with the new bodice! The fabric looks really lush and luxurious to wear as the drape looks really good! You impress us all… thanks!
Feb 18, 2010, 04.27 PMby Jasmine Iris Philbrick
i love thiss!!
Feb 18, 2010, 04.17 PMby scheryka
I love your dress…but I looooove your bag!
Feb 18, 2010, 03.02 PMby threadsquare
Gorge! Love the brooch. Question: the Sense & Sensibility pattern looks almost the same to me, save for shorter sleeves and a slimmed down skirt….any other major differences?
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Feb 19, 2010, 02.31 AMby elegantmusings
Thank you! Aside from the surplice bodice and sash at the back waist, it is a very similar design to the original pattern I was going to use. (Although I know for a fact that the S&S pattern is based on a 40s pattern, whereas the vintage Simplicity one is a couple years earlier. ;)
Feb 18, 2010, 02.53 PMby lenarrrd
I am in awe of you, you come out with more and more beautiful creations! Def. added to the faves :)
Feb 18, 2010, 02.12 PMby ink
Beautiful ! Stunning ! Yet another fantastic starlet dress !
Feb 18, 2010, 02.05 PMby gonnange
this is so incredibly elegant! the colour is really very striking. great job :D
Feb 18, 2010, 01.56 PMby irmchen
Klasse! I get inspirations from your work! Thank you so much! :)
Feb 18, 2010, 01.39 PMby anajan
Amazing, as usual! Looove the color!
Feb 18, 2010, 01.21 PMby anna agyekum
this is magnificent!