Another dress done, Vintage Vogue reissue pattern 8728 from 1946. I've been wanting to make this dress ever since it came out a few months ago, and now that I have a vintage engagement ring from 1943, it was a perfect time to make it.
I used a tangerine cotton knit, which is really great for easy summer dressing, and looks good with a tan! This pattern does require some hand stitching of the collar. It has two options for a closure, a side zipper or snaps, I chose the zipper. The pattern also includes a lot of pieces for shoulder pads, but I opted out of that.
It was a breeze to put together, but it did turn out a bit big, I even cut a smaller size than my measurements and still had to take it in. If I was going to make it again I would make it 2 sizes smaller. All in all it's a great dress, I think that it is a flattering shape, and I would make it again.
This dress is so pretty, and perfectly summer!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! It really looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Pretty color, pretty dress.
ReplyDeleteAnd congratulations on your engagement!
Gorgeous! The colour and fit are just lovely. I'm so excited to get my pattern in and start making mine!
ReplyDeleteLOVE THIS ON YOU! Well done.
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I have looked at this pattern several times, but I was not inspired to buy it until I saw your post on SewRetro. I love it and I bought the pattern today. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone! @Christy I'm so glad I inspired you!
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