This dress was an instant hit with my daughters...no surprise! The reaction from one was, " Mama, that dress is fierce!" Wow. I'm not sure how well I do "fierce". While I do love this dress, I think my girls will get a lot more wear out of it than I will. I'm very okay with that.
I recently received a Janome CoverPro 1000 from husband (that you can read about here), so I was excited to start experimenting with knits. This is a very stable knit, which was a good place to start to ease my way in. I loved the geometric print and looked forward to the challenge of matching it up in the back! I didn't even give a thought to the side seams though....oh well.
During the process of cutting it out, I thought that the sleeves would be great in a faux leather...a little edgier than my usual taste but I went for it anyway!
My Review:
Pattern: Newlook 6144
Fabric used: Geometric Print Jersey Knit
Instructions:The instructions were straight forward... a basic easy dress.
Changes I made: Taking into account that I was using a knit for a woven pattern, I cut this dress a size smaller than my usual size. I also omitted all darts. I loved the print so much that I didn't want to distort it with the darts. I also graded the waist down another size at the waist.
The sleeve openings were a bit too big as well. I took them in at the shoulder seam so they didn't poke out so much. I am much happier with them now.
Repeat worthy? Definitely! It may seem like a lot of changes to the pattern but now that I have them made, next time will go much quicker. I love the detailing at the neckline and the faux leather sleeves.
Must fix that hair!
Rawr!!! The faux leather sleeves was a great choice!
ReplyDeleteLOL!! Thanks Shanni!
DeleteLove this dress. Fantastic work!
ReplyDeleteLove the dress, my fiance just caught sight of it over my shoulder and said how cool it was (high praise indeed!). Your daughters are very lucky, but make sure you get chance to wear it sometimes, it looks great on you
ReplyDeleteI think I will be wearing it more now...with so much encouragement why wouldn't I !?
DeleteOh, so Fierce! Perfect length, perfect fit, perfect shoes, perfect leather accent on the sleeves.
ReplyDeleteThanks Becki!
DeleteLove this, it is fierce! You should enter it for the project sewn graphic print challenge http://www.projectsewn.com/2013/10/week-3-graphic-print-challenge.html?showComment=1381839789408&m=1
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the suggestion! I just finished entering! Wahoo!
DeleteLove it! The matching is perfect, and the geometric print, wow! I wish they had that kind of print arround here: all I can see are flowers and more flowers..in knits, and biiig! This dress is absolutely fantastic!
ReplyDeleteOoh, that is so cool! The cut is super-flattering and I love the edginess of the sleeves.
ReplyDeleteThank you Beth!
DeleteLOVE IT! So HAWT and you should make sure you're daughters don't make off with it.
ReplyDeleteWell....it's growing on me...thanks Heather!
DeleteLove this dress! I'm drooling for that fabric... it looks great!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I snapped this fabric up pretty quickly when I saw it!
DeleteSuper flattering and all round amazing dress! Love it.
ReplyDeleteIt's super comfy! Gotta love a knit.
DeleteWow!! I love your dress! That pattern matching up the back zip is *definitely* fierce! you've done an amazing job. And I really love the edgy leather sleeves :)
ReplyDeleteAwww...thanks Carolyn. It means a lot.
DeleteIt is a nice dress - you've done a nice interpretation with the leather look sleeves - I guess that's what makes the dress look 'fierce'. There may be days when it's the right mood to wear :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Sarah. I know I will find the right day and occasion to wear this.
DeleteSSOOO Great! Not your usual style but I love it. Great to hear you've entered the project sewn contest!!!! I'm voting for you x
ReplyDeleteIt's good to step out of my comfort zone from time to time I guess. Thanks Kristy!
DeleteNot your usual style - maybe your NEW style?? It looks amazing on you, and I am in awe of your perfect pattern placement of the pattern and trendy leather sleeves!
ReplyDeleteNot my usual but it's growing on me! thanks
DeleteOh Margo you have done it again! Stunning pattern and you look amazing! You can wear any style with ease and finesse!
ReplyDeleteThanks you Nessa! It is fun to change things up a bit and try new styles and fabrics, yet still be me.
DeleteWow! Stunning!
ReplyDeleteWow. Thank YOU!
DeleteWow!! I love the geometric print and how you lined it up so nicely. And the neckline is really cool, love those pleats. And, the faux leather sleeves look terrific! So happy they are 'faux' as well. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! Glad you like it.
DeleteReally like the simplicity yet the sophistication of this dress. A great job with the pattern of this knit. I can tell you will put your new machine to good use. I always enjoy seeing your new creations.
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This dress is amazing! Love the matching on the zipper - great job! It really suits you! sherri@threadridinghood.com
ReplyDeleteThanks you! It's not my usual style but it's fun to change things up a bit!
DeleteRockstar dress! I love this!
ReplyDeleteROCKSTAR?!! Wow. I'm flattered! Thanks.
DeleteJust one word: WOW
ReplyDeleteNo -ish about it, it's fierce! Your print placement is just right.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteEverything about this dress is incredible.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! I totally love this dress! It's fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThank you sooo much!
DeleteYou definitely deserved the win for the graphic sew along! I would buy this in a heartbeat!
ReplyDeleteWell done, and congrats!
Thank You!
DeleteCONGRATULATIONS on your win for the Graphic Print sew along - I am so glad you entered this dress, it is stunning!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nessa!
DeleteWhat a fantastic dress!
ReplyDeleteI've just made this dress in a woven - a cotton sateen - and I was not happy with how it turned out at all. I love your version, you'd inspired me to try the pattern again in a knit, you've achieved a much better fit
ReplyDeleteWow! I really love this dress! Just found your blog through Nessa's recommendation and I have to say I LOVE your style - this dress is killer - I am just attempting a graphic print knit vest with raglan sleeves that I am doing with leather! Can't wait to see more garments from you! Truly inspiring :) :) :)
ReplyDeleteJust found your dress on the project sewn website. It is definitely fierce, love the pattern and the faux leather sleeves and the fit on you. I've been looking for a raglan sleeve dress and I think you may have inspired me to give this one ago.
ReplyDeleteLooks awesome and so impressed with the back seam pattern matching. Super stylish.
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