(Woo, that's a lot of exclamation points... do you think I'm excited?
He he)
I haven't quite figured out how I'm going to do these posts. I had planned once a week but, if this short week is any indication, that might make for a long post. I may change that plan to every two or three days (or two or three outfits, rather). These posts will also be a bit more "unplugged" than a usual post: I'll be sharing the photos, which will be mostly camera phone shots in everyday settings, and my overall thoughts on the outfit, styling, etc. As always, I'd love to get your feedback! After all, if these posts show how we dress in real life, we need to know that it's working!
Now, on with this week's review!
Day One:
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| Dress: Simplicity 2246 Sash: borrowed from a ready-to-wear dress Shoes (not shown): Sperry Angelfish Accessorized with a ponytail, diamond studs, and a dog (her leash is in my left hand) |
Notes to self: Ponytails are not a good look. Try starching collar to eliminate floppiness.
Day Two: n/a
Day Three:
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| Dress: Simplicity 2584 Shoes: Bakers Similar Accessorized with (faux) tortoise-shell barrette and vintage brooch |
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To combat the bagginess issue, I tried tying a ribbon around my waist. Being pear-shaped, I tend to think I look thinner if you can see my waist definition. However, in this case, this was not a look Brandon nor I was a fan of. I think there's just too much to pull in. Perhaps I should cave and take in the sides. What do you think?
Three days down, 28 to go and I'd say, so far, I'm on track. Yay! How about you? Are you sticking with the challenge? Are your self-stitched garments getting regular wear?
Have a great weekend everyone! x
Three days down, 28 to go and I'd say, so far, I'm on track. Yay! How about you? Are you sticking with the challenge? Are your self-stitched garments getting regular wear?
Have a great weekend everyone! x
The blue dress is a winner for sure, and the red sash is a great accent. I cannot believe how low cut the front of the yellow dress is. Nice save with the vintage brooch. I agree with Brandon that the white ribbon doesn't do much for the shape of the dress - maybe an actual belt would work better?
ReplyDeleteIf you want to take it in, why don't you try adding some darts using a basting stitch. That way if it doesn't look good it will be easy to take out, and if you like it, justgo back usinga regular stitch. I think diamond shaped darts (double pointed - I don't know the true technical term) might help reduce the excess bagginess and give the dress more shape. Though I also think it looks fine as is. Let us know what you decide to do.
Thanks for your feedback, Annabelle! Unfortunately, I was using the ribbon for the test because the only small belt I own is black. I don't think cinching is the answer though. I've considered darts but, I have a bad habit of refusing to fix something after I've declared it done :-P. Luckily, it sounds like it doesn't look as baggy as it feels so, I'll try wearing it a few more times this summer before I decide. I'll definitely be closing that yoke one way or smother though! (I couldn't believe how low it turned out either!)
DeleteLove both outfits! I didn't think the second dress looked too baggy-- it just has a sort of relaxed, almost '60's silhouette to me. But you should take it in a little if you think that will help you wear it more!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ginger! 60s was sort of the look I was hoping for when I made it so, it's great to hear it looks intentional rather than too big.
DeleteI don't think the yellow dress looks baggy either. I agree with gingermakes, it seems to be a loose tunic style dress that is meant to skim the curves, not cling. I don't think you look "pear-shaped" at all. I would leave it as is except to maybe add a permanent closure to the yoke.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your input, Dee! I'm feeling quite a bit better about the dress now. That's why I love these challenges! :-)
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