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I wish the weather here would finally comply, so I could wear this dress outside…soon. The fabric is the most beautiful vibrant silk and a birthday gift from my mum. (Thanks mum :-) I used my bodice block for the top and made two fabric tubes for the straps. The skirt consists of two rectangular pieces that I gathered at the waist…very easy and quick to make.
In the back I added an exposed zipper. I know people say this trend is pass, but I think not :-) I am crazy about exposed heavy zippers, especially when paired with delicate fabrics like silk.
Material Notes
Silk, zipper, lining
Difficulty
Novice
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Jun 13, 2010, 10.52 PMby storres56
What a pretty dress. I love everything about it.
Jun 13, 2010, 06.17 PMby susanne2011
I live in Copenhagen too and I agree on the weather….arrrghhh….it seems like autumn! I like the dress, it looks great on you!
Jun 13, 2010, 04.44 PMby jade86
That is stunning! and you look a bit like lily Allen too – FIT! X
Jun 13, 2010, 03.25 PMby coolfunfun
It’s beautiful. I like the straps of the dress. :)
Jun 13, 2010, 03.14 PMby julietta
Sooo beautiful! I still love the look of exposed zippers :-)
Jun 13, 2010, 01.54 PMby sunintheclouds
UBER cute and super fun. I hope you get to wear it very soon!
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Jun 14, 2010, 07.14 PMby sibeli
So do I :-)
Jun 13, 2010, 01.33 PMby maylym
Very good lob. The zipper detail is so fun, I love it.
Jun 13, 2010, 01.21 PMby sewenggirl88
Wow, really good job as always. I agree, the exposed zipper is a great touch