This dress is all about the Jason Wu fabric that I chose for it. I did add some pink piping to bring out the pink flecks in the fabric but I knew when I found it at Mood, that I was going to use my TNT dress pattern to make it.
Some stats:
Fabric ~
2 yards Jason Wu tweed fabric
Notions ~
20" metallic zipper
pink piping
pink rayon bemberg lining
black rayon seam tape
pink rayon seam tape
bias binding
1/4 yard black lightweight interfacing
Construction Techniques:
All of the construction techniques are contained in this post and most of them were just to add extra touches like the exposed metal zipper and the piping.
The part I like the most is something no one can see but me, the pink lining...and look I'm wearing a belt. Seriously, peoples it's a belt around my non-existent middle...talk about photographic illusions! *LOL*
I love the versatility of this dress...
Back view with exposed zipper
Worn with pink cardigan and belt
Dress worn like a jumper with a black turtleneck
Finally, a little shoe p*rn...
It was wonderful to work with this fabric. I ended up with a very versatile dress that can be worn alone, with a cardigan or with turtlenecks in a variety of different colors.
This was another sew that wasn't part of the CIW collection, but I loved the fabric from the start and I was too excited about it to put it on the shelf.
It was wonderful to work with this fabric. I ended up with a very versatile dress that can be worn alone, with a cardigan or with turtlenecks in a variety of different colors.
This was another sew that wasn't part of the CIW collection, but I loved the fabric from the start and I was too excited about it to put it on the shelf.
...as always more later!
49 comments:
Love it! Love it! My favorite is with the belt and pink cardi. Another huge win! g
Great look!
Looks great! The pink piping really brings the pink out in the dress.
Great dress! The belt looks nice. I think somebody, maybe Silhouette Patterns, calls it "essence of waist" ! Thanks for taking time to share. You are an inspiration.
Pink is my favorite color, so this dress has to be my favorite. That belt adds a lot...looks nice!
You are so beautiful and so talented. I love your blog!!!
My favourite look is the one with the pink cardigan. Love your shoes!
As usual, your piping gives it that little extra oomph! I particularly like it styled with the belt.
You always do very nice work. The piping makes the dress pop in a very good way :)
Great styling. I bet this fabric is wonderful to work with.
A great interpretation of your inspiration piece. The fabric is spot-on!
Another great dress and I love the shoes.
I love that your dress fits better than the one on the original model. Had you considered making a matching jacket (possibly at the same length as the dress) where the lining could really shine? I think it would look fantastic on you.
I love these photos, clearly this is a really versatile dress and you love wearing it. I think you need to wear belts more often, it looks great.
Beautiful Carolyn! Love the booties!
I really like your dress, the exposed zipper is always such a nice feature.
BEAUTIFUL, Carolyn!
Love those booties! I need some :-) cite dress
Beautiful dress - I love the pic with the cardigan and the belt !
Another beautiful dress!!! And I love the way you've styled it....As always, you inspire me....
That dress is AWESOME!!! I love the way you have styled it, especially with the pink cardigan, and those boots are fabulous.
Wow--just wow! Classy look--make that looks--top to bottom. No wonder the fabric didn't sit in the collection.
Gorgeous dress. And I love the gloves. Wish they would come back into fashion.
Beautiful dress! Another great addition to YOUR collection!
Another winner! Carolyn, the belt works very well on you. You should try that type of belt with your other TNT dresses, I bet it would look fantastic!
The dress, the model, the smile, the accessories...
Wunderbar!
Fabulous! I love it with the belt especially, but it is great to have such a versatile piece in the wardrobe.
Looks wonderful! I think my favorite look is with the pink cardigan as well, it really pulls out the pink in the fabric. Also love the turtleneck look! Always amazing :)
It's a stunner! It's nice that it's so versatile. The pink cardigan is a nice accent.
A) Your site is very inspiring--I love reading along and seeing what you create.
B) I love the new dress with the pink cardigan.
C) I LOVE those shoes! Please, please tell me what label they are, and if you bought them recently. I adore them.
This dress is beautiful.. Love it with the pink cardigan.. Looks great on you.
I absolutely love your blog and am so glad I happened upon it. How very talented you are, and what a fabulous wardrobe you have developed. I have allowed being plus-sized and perpetually hot from hot flashes, to keep me from sewing, although I do keep collecting fabrics, just all natural fiber ones now. I just keep saying "when I lose this weight" and you have shown me that regardless of whatever size I wear now, I can still look nice. I doubt I will use my silk tweeds until later (read after weight loss) but there are many fabrics on my shelves that I can use to finally wear something other than Wal-Mart knit pants and cotton tees. I am actually not going to a high school get together this weekend (class of 64) because I have nothing to wear. I too have no middle anymore, and admire your belt wearing. I especially love the very narrow one with a leash-type clip closure. You are a genius and know just what to do with fabrics. I hope someday to get to Mood and with any luck, you will be there to guide my choices.
Black, pink, tweed...exposed zipper? What's not to love? That fabric is yummy.
This is an impressive dress. You wear it well with the various ways of styling it. I love those black shoes!
the pink cardi combo is my fav, love that color on you. classic and very versatile.
Wow, the pink piping is such a complimentary accent to the gorgeous fabric. I really like this dress on you. How nice the whole design is so versatile too!
Wonderful dress and so versatile. Love the pink and those black shoes are to die for. I get excited when I am reading your blog!
You look so happy in this dress! (You should! It looks great!)
Absolutely beautiful!
Looks great!!!! Exposed zipper looks hot!
Gorgeous dress! Looks so great on you!
Fantastic interpretation, I especially love your fashion shoot! People keep saying that the exposed zipper is going to be a short trend, but I think they look really good, especially on this style of dress. And the piping! I've said it before but I'll say it again you are the Queen of Embellishments
You look fantastic and love it with the cardi & belt.
Wow as usual. Love the shot with the pink cardigan in particular. Great work, great style.
I love your Jason Wu Dress! You look much better than the model! The pink piping and exposed zipper are very nice touches. Thanks for having such a wonderful blog to inspire us all.
Another incredible dress. You're interpretation is amazing. Simply beautiful. Love the pink Cardi & trim. Always a treat to check in. Thanks for sharing.
Love that wonderful, versatile dress!
I really love this piece - especially with the pink accents.
You are such a Diva! Love it. You always find the best fabric and design inspiration.
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