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In spite of all the color block dress patterns out there, I couldn't find one that I thought would work until Vogue came out with their spring patterns and I saw this Sandra Betzina pattern. Link to Vogue 1336
As you can see in the line drawing, it wasn't exactly what I wanted so I redesigned the bodice and skirt pieces to work. I have very little experience in editing designs so I made a sample first (Sidenote: The ugly colors in the sample can be attributed to online purchases that were not quite what I was expecting!)
Fabric: Ponte knits in cream, taupe and black
Size: I started with size B, which matches my measurements but the pattern runs a bit big so I cut it back to the smallest size A.
Alterations: I didn't want the hem band so I omitted that but added 2" to the length of the dress and did a 2" hem. (I am 5' 3.5" for comparison.)
Overall, I love my knockoff. I wish I had lowered the v more. I actually DID lower it but when I had to adjust the shoulder seam, I accidentally raised it. Oopsie! This dress will be a nice work basic.
Very cool. I like the sleeves you added - they look more modern than a plain sleeveless sheath.
ReplyDeleteBon! What a great knock off. Where did you find pontes? I never find good pontes. Anyway - that's a fabulous dress. g
ReplyDeleteWhat a great knock-off, Bonnie. I like how you placed all the fabric colors for the color-blocking. I am with gMarie, where did you get the ponte?
ReplyDeleteVery nice!
ReplyDeleteI love it!! Bravo!!
ReplyDeleteYou look sensational! Very nice work on your knock off.
ReplyDeletecute!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat looking dress!!!
ReplyDeleteYou did a fantastic job on this! Love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic knockoff. Very flattering. Beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteA great copycat job!
ReplyDeleteI love what you did with that! Just may copy...best form of flattery you know ;-)
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