I originally bought this lemon print poplin to make a dress for The New Craft House summer party back in August, which had an Italian Riviera theme. The only problem was, I didn't like it - I wasn't sold on the quality of the cotton or how, erm, yellow the lemons were!
Fast forward a couple of months and I couldn't be happier that I had a change of heart.
It's all thanks to a good friend of mine getting married in Italy - Tuscany to be precise. The night before the wedding, the lovely couple hosted a welcome dinner and I wanted to wear something a little 'extra' for the occasion. I figured it was better to do it then, than to distract people with an extravagant outfit on the actual wedding day.
I dug this fabric back out and was immediately drawn to the Deer and Doe Myosotis Dress pattern...a match made in heaven.
Unlike my first and second version, I lengthened the skirt piece for a midi look this time. I'm not sure I nailed the length, but it's grown on me (pun fully intended) since the wedding.
Once again, I added waist ties for extra shaping and I omitted the mandarin collar. I really, really love this cleaner neckline on me. To realise my over-the-top Italian dress vision, I chose the biggest, baddest, goldest buttons in my stash.
I don't normally share location photos as I'm too self-conscious to take them, but a Tuscan backdrop was too hard to resist. This dress got SO many compliments on the night, which helped to resolve any reservations I had about it. It was a slow burner, but I think it's true love.
Oh my goodness, this is gorgeous. The colour suits you so much, and the shape and length are just divine!
ReplyDeleteI think its adorable! I've got that same fabric but haven't decided what to do with it yest. I was thinking a classic button up shirt but I'm not sure. Love your dress!
ReplyDeleteGreat match of pattern to fabric (and location ;o) The photos are all lovely!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful dress! It looks lovely on you.
ReplyDeleteI love this! This dress is on my to-sew list for Spring. Can you share where the fabric is from? I absolutely adore it!
ReplyDeleteEchoing the same comments as the others, ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS on all counts!
ReplyDeleteIt looks so glamorous, you're like a movie star!
ReplyDeleteMarie! What a fabulous dress!! I love it (but then again I love all your makes). And I love the shoes in the 1st few photos - what brand are they?
ReplyDeleteI really love this dress on you!
ReplyDeletei would not have thought to pair this silhouette with a bold print but it looks fabulous, as you said, a match made in heaven :)
And I am completely biased because it is basically the only length I wear, but I do love the midi length on you. I think it cuts in a nice spot and highlights your ankles and cool shoes.
I really love how this looks especially with the tuscan backdrop!!
ReplyDeleteI love your dress! I want some lemon fabric! Very flattering and well fitting dress!
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