Features of the 1890s Day Dress Sewing Pattern Front-buttoned gown with full gathered skirt, pointed waistband front and back Two practical pocketsone at the front for a watch, one large in the back Includes options for shirt collar or standing collar styles Modified sleeve styleoriginal puffed sleeve version and slimmer option included Pattern printed on three sheets: 36"x50", 36"x56", and 36"x36" Well-tested instructions including illustrated hand stitches and 14 pages of construction guidance Sizes Included Sizes 0820 (Bust 32"48", Waist 24"40", Hips 34"50", Back Length 15"17")
She wanted something with that classic boutique feel in a good location
The voluminous creation was inspired by a naked 1950s pin-up, photographed from below, looking like shes in the sky with puffs of cotton wool thrown onto her, as per the show notes
The midi dress strikes the perfect balance between the playful mini and the formal maxi, offering a sophisticated and incredibly versatile option for nearly any occasion
If you're deciding what to wear for a Christmas work party, this piece strikes the perfect balance between polished sophistication and festive edge