Burda Style For people who sew

Description

Vintage-inspired prom dress.

The black lace was constructed as a midriff 3/4 sleeve top (which i trimmed after the satin was attached);
The satin made as a basic bodice (not lined) with a gathered piece over the basic bodice on the front (in order to maintain the basic shape – although i gathered it hurriedly and it didn’t turn out so well!);
The skirt is a basic cirle skirt with 3 layers of gathered tulle over the top.

The zip is attached on the left side, from the top of the bodice to about 4 inches into the skirt.

I wore it in summer although it would be more appropriate for a fall/spring event.

Although a few elements turned out a bit rough, i was very happy with the outcome and received quite a few comments like: ‘did you get that from a vintage store?’ and ‘wow! you made that yourself?’

Material Notes

Black floral lace (polyester, no stretch - although in retrospect, stretch would have been better!) Champagne non-stretch satin Black tulle - fine (3 layers) 100% cotton black underskirt Champagne coloured invisible zip

Categories

For

Women

Garment Type

Dress

Style

Evening Wear, Vintage

Material

Cotton, Lace/Sequins, Satin, Tulle