I loved the silhouette of the dress Shannon wore recently, which inspired me to pull out a similar one.
This is a sewn-by-me dress. It has some fit issues, which I hope to correct if I sew this pattern again, but was ok for today. I paired it with my leopard print belt and sandals.
Tanya replied 8 years ago
So pretty! I saw the picture and thought of Med Man immediately.
OMG I love that! The color is wonderful and I love the leopard belt with it. So cute! I love the full skirt on you, too. :)
shevia replied 8 years ago
Love this! If you make another one (which you should) maybe try for a slightly longer midi length? You look great.
Angie replied 8 years ago
Love you in this frock, Amy! The animal print belt is a great touch.
You rock a peter pan collar!
(Adorable pose).
ironkurtin replied 8 years ago
That is so cute on you, I love it. I could never wear a dress like this!
HelenInCanada replied 8 years ago
Wow - glamour girl! Looks gorgeous on you - well done!
christieanne replied 8 years ago
Great with the leopard accent! I love that you made the dress. No fit issue from my point of view :)
CocoLion replied 8 years ago
Perfectly gorgeous and suits you VERY well! This pattern is definitely worth repeating.
Tanya "Med Man" lol ... a series about a sexy doc in the 60s?
Transcona Shannon replied 8 years ago
Promise me Amy that if you EVER tire of this dress, you'll send it to me??? You look lovely in this - ADORE!
Zapotee replied 8 years ago
I love, love this dress. It must be so nice to be able to sew your own clothes!
Beth Ann replied 8 years ago
Beautiful, saturated color and a marvelous, crisp shape. The Leopard belt is the perfect touch!
Amy replied 8 years ago
Aww, thanks ladies. Shannon, it's yours when I get tired of it :)
diane replied 8 years ago
beautiful color! I love it. I can see possibly tweeking it through the bust area next time, but I think this is great the way it is. I love the simple styling too. let the garment speak!
what is the pattern?
goldenpig replied 8 years ago
Beautiful dress, I am so impressed that you made it yourself! Great color on you and love your cute pose.
Jjsloane replied 8 years ago
Fantastic! Love the animal print belt addition. I will be copying for sure- I have a red and a dark pink dress similar.
RoseandJoan replied 8 years ago
This retro fit and flair dress is fab on you and the belt is the perfect touch.
Fruitful replied 8 years ago
Can I say, adorbs????
Just stunning and looks so easy to wear.
And Cocolion made me lolfry at Med Man :D
lyn67 replied 8 years ago
You rock that dress-Amy:-) love that colour and that collar, so different! (yes, very madmen:-))
rosee replied 8 years ago
very lovely and just retro enough. ;)
You look like a model in a catalog here -- adorable! That style of dress is wonderful on you.
Astrid replied 8 years ago
You look adorable! The belt is perfect with the retro vibe of the dress.
Amy replied 8 years ago
Thanks, everyone.
Diane, you're right. It's the bust area that's bothering me and I think I'd like to drop the waistline about 1/2". The pattern is Butterick 5315.
Jonesy replied 8 years ago
This looks fab! Love this color and shape on you, and the accessories are perfect!
rae replied 8 years ago
Very cute! The high waist looks intentional to me here, but I can imagine that your tweaks will be even better. Love the color!