25 Jan Vogue 9022
How many times have you seen a ready-to-wear garment that you KNEW you could make… if only you had the pattern?
That was certainly my reaction upon seeing this Akris Punto dress, and when I noticed some similarities in Vogue 9022 to the $995.00 dress, I couldn’t resist. True, the pattern is split vertically rather than horizontally, but I was feeling adventurous, and besides, I loved the pockets.
How did I do?
What I really like about the Akris Punto dress is its unstructured but not too oversized nature. I have avoided kimono sleeves because they appear so large, however, Vogue describes this pattern as fitted.
After making the muslin I sewed the dress one size smaller (X-Small). A little tweaking on the sleeves and an adjustment in the back seam gave me the fit I was seeking.
The fabric content of the Akris Punto dress is 52% acetate 48% viscose. My dress is sewn in lightweight wool crepe ordered from Mood Fabrics last year. It is unlined and does not wrinkle or itch. I also used the same fabric in this skirt last year.
I took my daughter’s advice to eliminate the back vent, split the side seams and leave the back longer keeping the dress on trend. 😉
To color block the sleeves, I traced the upper front and back pattern pieces to pattern paper. Starting at the bottom of the sleeve I split the pattern piece in half but eventually eyeballed it once I came to the underarm curve. How scientific is that?
Afterwards, I added a seam allowance to the new pattern pieces and was quite relieved when all of the pieces matched up in the muslin! If I try this again, I plan to eliminate the upper front seams.
Many thanks to Akris Punto for inspiring me to try a new style, for I would have overlooked the cute Vogue pattern otherwise.
I’m so pleased with the result that I splurged on a new pair shoes but sadly I’m not as warm as I look. I’ll be wearing my dress with black tights and boots for the next several weeks while sewing with warm sunny thoughts in mind!
Until soon 🙂
Donna Robinson
Posted at 15:50h, 25 JanuaryI just opened your post and was stunned! Last night i saved the same photo of the Akris dress and ordered the same Vogue pattern. The dess is beautiful and I can’t wait to begin mine.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 15:56h, 25 January……and I am stunned by your comment! I look forward to seeing your dress, Donna 🙂
Lise
Posted at 05:41h, 23 JuneWhat are the chances? 😏 😁
Beautiful as always❤
Cissie Wellons
Posted at 16:02h, 25 JanuaryOh dear. I feel a serious urge to copy coming on! Love this dress — and who doesn’t love a pocket! Great job as always!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:39h, 26 JanuaryWell I’m sure you’re version will be spectacular, Cissie! This is one of those patterns that has endless possibilities 🙂
Pam Campbell
Posted at 16:06h, 25 JanuaryBeautiful, as always! Wool crepe is the better fabric also.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:41h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Pam! It’s a great quality of wool for sure 🙂
Manju
Posted at 16:07h, 25 JanuaryTotally love this look. Inspiring sewing!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:41h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Manju!
Eleanor Schreyer
Posted at 16:07h, 25 JanuaryLove it! I have made V8805 several times in linen … But seeing your dress has started me thinking I could rework this pattern to copy your inspiration…it has the raglan sleeves already, and horizontal lines…adding the pockets would be a definite plus…
Off to “shop” in my stash!
Thank you once again!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:42h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Eleanor! Good luck with your next version 🙂
Marysia Paling
Posted at 16:08h, 25 JanuaryBrilliant!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:43h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Marysia!
robin
Posted at 16:12h, 25 JanuaryGorgeous dress–some ingenuity and a few hours of hand work can produce a fine tuned designer original. Goodbye Valentino (and Akris) indeed.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:46h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Robin 🙂 It was worth the time for sure!
Rhoda K
Posted at 16:20h, 25 JanuaryLove the dress!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:09h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Rhoda!
Danica
Posted at 16:24h, 25 JanuaryYou look stunning! Great job 🙂
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:09h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Danica!
Anelise Newman
Posted at 16:28h, 25 JanuaryWow, what an amazing copy of the original! Who needs RTW?
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:11h, 26 JanuaryLOL! I suspect the RTW is one fine garment, but I am pleased with the result for sure. Many thanks for your comment, Anelise 🙂
Rebecca
Posted at 16:33h, 25 JanuaryI love your innovative thinking. This is the way for petites to do color blocking. Well done!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:12h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Rebecca! I believe petites can wear more styles than we imagine – as long as they fit of course 😉
Becky
Posted at 16:39h, 25 JanuaryThis is just lovely! I think you are very clever to have seen this pattern and know it would work. You should make another! It is flattering and looks very comfortable.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:13h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Becky! I do plan to make another 🙂
Debbie williams
Posted at 16:43h, 25 JanuaryI love it! I have this pattern and now am totally inspired! Great job!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:14h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Debbie! Good luck with the pattern – I think you’ll love it 🙂
Sheree
Posted at 16:49h, 25 JanuaryGreat pattern to have. The black and white is lovely ( you will have to get the white sunglasses though! ) and you could make it look very different if you pick other colours or patterns. Now you have the fit perfect, I am sure you could make another very quickly.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:17h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Sheree! I look forward to making another 🙂
Sheree
Posted at 20:54h, 27 JanuaryJust noticed after looking at further comments( and what a lot there are) that you already have the sunglasses. – how could I have missed them!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:45h, 28 JanuaryLOL! These were free with my Ulta Rewards points 🙂
Laura Casey
Posted at 16:55h, 25 JanuaryWOW…is this fantastic….and love the pattern with those pockets …..may be my go to summer dress with shorter sleeves…..did a great job. A designer years ago told me she washes all of her wool crepe fabric before sewing….just a little tidbit for you my dear…you’re such in inspiration! And do love the lower hem in back-You slave to fashion, you!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:20h, 26 JanuaryWhat a great tip, Laura! Thanks for passing it on and also for your nice comment 😉
Ally - Design Rewind Fashions
Posted at 16:55h, 25 JanuaryOMG! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! I’ve never thought about this dress your version looks fantastic! You are always inspirational!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:21h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Ally 🙂 It’s always a joy when a pattern exceeds your expectations!
Kathy ftomme
Posted at 16:57h, 25 JanuaryI love the result! I too would have by passed this Vougue pattern too. I must add it to my list.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:22h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Kathy! It’s always a joy when a pattern exceeds your expectations 🙂
Heather Myers
Posted at 17:00h, 25 JanuaryWow! So inspiring! Looks great.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:22h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Heather!
Catherine Forsyth
Posted at 17:16h, 25 JanuaryStunning! You are so inspiring, I’m off to get the pattern today! I live on the West Coast so not likely I will run into you with my copycat “Goobye Valentino” dress ! Can I please ask where you got the shoes? I have been looking for a pair of neutral slides without 5″ heels!!! Thanks!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:25h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much for your nice comments, Catherine! Copy away no matter where you live 🙂 ….. and I sent you the shoe link in the next comment.
Miss J
Posted at 17:25h, 25 JanuaryYour daughter’s comments are interesting! I’ve done side splits like this before, but never thought to draft the back longer than the front. It’s looks good, it it a “thing?”
This dress really suits you, and I look forward to the next incarnation you make. This is a great post, and I enjoy how to you try different things.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:29h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Miss J! Yes, many dresses and tops are featuring a longer back these days 😉 Hard to keep up with it all sometimes……….
Catherine Forsyth
Posted at 17:26h, 25 JanuaryStunning! I am off to get the pattern today! May I please ask where you got the shoes? I am looking for a neutral slide that does not have 5″ heels!!! I can’t tell you how much you have motivated me with your style. Keep it coming!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 19:03h, 25 JanuaryThank you, Catherine! Here is the shoe link http://www.katespade.com/shoes/ks-shoes,en_US,sc.html
Janie de Bruin
Posted at 17:32h, 25 JanuaryBetter than THE original!,,,
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:30h, 26 JanuaryAh…….. that’s so nice, Janie 🙂
Betsy Baumgartner
Posted at 17:32h, 25 JanuaryLove your dress..very clever! You are such an inspiration!! Do you use/own a cover stitch machine?
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:31h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Betsy! I own a serger and finished all of the seams with it. 🙂
Melissa Schulze
Posted at 17:39h, 25 JanuarySo gorgeous! Love the shoes too!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:32h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Melissa!
Graca
Posted at 17:42h, 25 JanuaryGorgeous dress, it looks better than the ready-to-wear version. Love the hemline and pockets. And I have to compliment you on your eye, I wouldn’t have thought to use that Vogue pattern as your inspiration but it worked out great.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:33h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Graca 🙂 I’m sure other patterns would work just as well, but I do love this pattern!
'm(i)e'
Posted at 17:54h, 25 JanuaryoHHHH! I LOVE this one ! Great job !
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:34h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, M (I) E!!!!!!!
Jean
Posted at 17:57h, 25 January“Sew” well done!! I would love it if you would post out of pocket expenses for your projects as well. Thank you for sharing! You are so inspiring.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:35h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Jean! I have thought about doing this one several occasions – thanks for the reminder 😉
Marnie
Posted at 18:04h, 25 JanuaryThese are not raglan sleeves. They are kimono sleeves. Nice work of this pattern.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 19:01h, 25 JanuaryYou are correct! Thanks for pointing this out Marnie 🙂
Andrea
Posted at 18:07h, 25 JanuaryI love your new dress! Black and white always looks smart. The slight batwing and hem detail is a nice touch.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:36h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Andrea!
Anne Szabo
Posted at 18:22h, 25 Januarygreat dress. Loved your explanation on how you accomplished the modifications. Good job
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 02:37h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Anne 🙂 I’m glad it was helpful.
Becky Bagwell
Posted at 18:25h, 25 JanuaryI love it!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:17h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Becky!
Lisa G
Posted at 18:31h, 25 JanuaryThis dress turned out great! I love the graphic B&W. If I didn’t already have a mile long list of sewing projects I’d copy yours straightaway! Beautiful work!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:18h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Lisa 🙂 Sometimes I think I have too much B&W, but it is my favorite color combo.
Kathie Bennett
Posted at 18:32h, 25 JanuaryLove this dress!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:19h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Kathie!
Lisa Weir
Posted at 18:32h, 25 JanuaryLove the dress You look fabulous in the horizontal split on the sleeves. I know this was tricky on placement and configuration of the seam. So smart and talented!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:20h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks for your comment, Lisa 🙂 Since the pattern itself was so simple to sew I was game for a little challenge.
Anne
Posted at 20:04h, 25 JanuaryThis is lovely.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:20h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Anne 🙂
Barbara
Posted at 20:26h, 25 JanuaryYou did fantastically! Dont you just love being able to make your own. I often find you can use better fabrics than a lot of RTW. Your dress is so elegant, perfect with the shoes. Like others I’d like to copy your inspiration as well!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:22h, 26 JanuaryPlease copy away, Barbara! I so agree with you about finding better quality fabrics and appreciate your nice comment 🙂
Vicki Maiorano
Posted at 21:14h, 25 JanuaryCute! Good knockoff.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:22h, 26 JanuaryThanks so much, Vicki!
amanda cantarella
Posted at 21:20h, 25 JanuaryGreat dress. You are so clever it looks amazing.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:22h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Amanda 🙂
Fran Giacobbe
Posted at 21:31h, 25 JanuaryI, too, had printed out this Akris dress as an inspiration and will use black and white. Your “tweaking” of the sleeves worked well.. I would not have thought to use this pattern but will now! Was thinking of using a rayon crepe but perhaps the lightweight crepe will work just fine. Probably depends on what I can order as we have zero fashion fabric stores here. I am in Naples, FL and will line the dress.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:26h, 26 JanuaryFran, I originally planned to line the dress, but quickly realized how heavy it would become limiting when I could wear it and thinking the lining might even change the appearance of the dress.
Do you ever order fabrics online? Most places will send you swatches. There are no fashion fabric stores where I live either……………. the former textile capital of the US 🙁
Fran Giacobbe
Posted at 13:01h, 26 JanuaryGood point! Thanks for mentioning. Perhaps I shall rethink the lining. I almost always order fabrics online. You think a wool crepe will be better than a rayon crepe?
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 14:54h, 26 JanuaryFran,
I don’t know what fabric would work better. I just went with what I had, but the rayon might give you a softer drape. Keep me posted 🙂
Fran Giacobbe
Posted at 21:36h, 25 JanuaryAlso, it looked like the original dress has set in sleeves..so I was looking for a set in sleeve pattern. I’ll go with your choice!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:41h, 25 JanuaryIndeed it has set in sleeves, but I knew I could get the look from the Vogue pattern 🙂
Patti Hall
Posted at 21:45h, 25 JanuarySuch a great inspiration – it looks fabulous on you!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:26h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Patti!
Teresa Davey
Posted at 21:50h, 25 JanuaryLove this, especially the side splits and longer back. Looks perfect on you 🙂
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:27h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Teresa! I’m glad I took the plunge and did it my way 🙂
Virginia
Posted at 22:17h, 25 JanuaryThat is a perfect look for you. Well done.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:27h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Virginia!
didyoumakethat
Posted at 22:27h, 25 JanuaryFabulous work!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:27h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Karen!
Sew, Jean Margaret
Posted at 22:35h, 25 JanuaryI have had this pattern on my wish list for a while now. Great to see your take on it Sarah. Lovely result.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:28h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Jean! Look forward to seeing your version 🙂
Julie Starr
Posted at 22:38h, 25 JanuaryA real home run on this one! I always avoid dolman sleeves but you’ve got the proportions on this just perfect. Love the shoes and sunglasses with it, too. What a great knockoff this is, Sarah.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:29h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Julie! I couldn’t resist the free sunglasses using my Ulta points 🙂 🙂
Kate hampshire
Posted at 22:45h, 25 JanuaryLove it!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:30h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Kate!
Mitzi Richardson
Posted at 22:48h, 25 JanuaryWow, I’m really impressed. To tell you the truth, when I heard that you were working on your interpretation of this lovely Vogue pattern I was a bit worried. From your photos and stated height, your body seemed more cheerleader than basketball player, and I thought of the pattern as better suited to a tall, lanky woman on account of its straight, angular style lines. Your use of the softer Akris Punto inspiration and drapey wool crepe made it a very flattering choice for you. Well done! It, is beautiful and you are beautiful in it.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:32h, 26 JanuaryMitzi – Thank you so much for this lovely comment. I generally avoid this type of pattern for the same reasons you mentioned. Sometimes it’s not the style but the fit , and I couldn’t resist giving it a try 🙂
Alice Elliot
Posted at 22:48h, 25 JanuaryReally well done! I’ve been looking at this pattern since reading your last blog post. Now I can see it on a “real” person I think I’ll order it. I am inspired to make a muslin, too, which I normally do not do. But I was thinking it might be too big if I go with my normal size. Will I get it done for summer? ???
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:34h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Alice! Um……… I think you’ll get it done by summer 😉 I recommend making a muslin – not because it’s tricky but because you might want to resize portions of the pattern. Good luck!!
Fran
Posted at 22:50h, 25 JanuaryAwesome. Looks great on you.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:35h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Fran!
Karen Neal
Posted at 22:52h, 25 JanuaryWhat a great dress! Once again you have come up with real gem. Speaking of gems, I just tried to find your posts on the shanel jacket and could not. Am I missing something or have you taken them down?
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:36h, 26 JanuaryThank you for the comment, Karen, and for alerting me about the missing posts. I’m in the process of listing the posts that didn’t make it to the new blog. Hope to get them all up soon 🙂
Molly baross
Posted at 23:19h, 25 JanuaryNice job! Thanks for keeping me inspired!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:07h, 26 January…. and thank you for the comment, Molly 🙂
Sylvia Bahamundi
Posted at 23:40h, 25 JanuaryI LOVE IT!!!! You look beautiful. I just purchased that pattern and was thinking how I could alter it to make it more exciting …now I have the inspiration….
Thank You
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:08h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Sylvia! I look forward to seeing your dress 🙂 🙂
Myra
Posted at 00:40h, 26 JanuaryBeautiful Sarah! I love your.version more!! What great work….sewing like this, you can have anything your heart desires! (at a much lower cost too!!)
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:09h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Myra! Like you, I’m still one who believes sewing = saving money 🙂
CarolinasCallin
Posted at 01:00h, 26 JanuaryLove this dress! I have this pattern on my ‘grab it’ list, as it reminds me of an old favorite knit dress from LL Bean, of all places, bought YEARS ago that is this same silhouette and is SUCH an amazing dress to wear! Love how you did the color blocking – I agree, I’d make the top piece without the seams next time. The black and white is terrific – bet it looks great with tights and boots!
Tell hubby you need a new purse to go with the dress…since you saved so much $$! Your version is really very well done! Enjoy! 😉
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:10h, 26 JanuaryHi Cheryl! Hubs gave me a lovely purse for Christmas…. you might say I made this dress to go with the purse 😉 Many thanks for the comment!
Carolyn
Posted at 01:23h, 26 JanuaryThis is quite lovely! It’s wonderful how you were inspired and then you brought your inspiration to life! I’m sure it will be wonderful with tights and boots also.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:11h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Carolyn! I have no choice but to wear it with tights and boots for a while 😉
Jenny
Posted at 01:25h, 26 JanuaryThis looks great! The side vents are a fun touch.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:12h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Jenny! I’m glad I took my daughter’s advice 😉
Almeda
Posted at 01:49h, 26 JanuaryAnother winner! Your creative touches continue to inspire. 🙂
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:12h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Almeda!
Toni
Posted at 02:18h, 26 JanuaryBeautiful dress. I love how you used a natural fiber and added your own touch with the side vents.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:13h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Toni! There’s nothing better than a good natural fiber, is there 😉 ?
Jet Set Sewing
Posted at 02:30h, 26 JanuaryIt looks great, and clearly is better in wool than the overprice Akris version. It’s amazing to me that these luxury brands will use lower-end fabrics and get away with it now. So much better to sew your own!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:14h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much! I haven’t seen the Akris dress other than online but I’m sure it’s beautifully sewn. I also bet it doesn’t fit me in any size 😉
Sharon
Posted at 03:10h, 26 JanuaryPerfect dress and much prefer your version in natural fibres!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:15h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Sharon!
poppykettle
Posted at 03:12h, 26 JanuaryLove it – an excellent interpretation of the original inspiration frock!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:15h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Mel!
Barbara
Posted at 03:44h, 26 JanuaryNailed It!!! Love the sexy side splits too!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:15h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much,, Barbara! Listening to my daughter paid off 🙂
Sandra (Sewist-Stitch)
Posted at 06:14h, 26 JanuaryI think your version of the dress is superb. Personally I would have pockets in the front like the vogue pattern rather than in the side seam, which I think makes our hips look bigger than they already are. Great manipulation of the pattern. Inspiring!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:16h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Sandra! I so agree with you about side pockets. Often I leave them off for that very reason 🙂
Margo
Posted at 12:12h, 26 JanuaryGorgeous dress!! You made a good call to follow your daughters advice on the back vent. The side splits are perfect.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:18h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks, Margo – I’m glad I took her advice too 🙂 🙂
Cindy Aymes
Posted at 12:26h, 26 JanuaryFabulous dress! And your styling is, as always, impeccable!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:19h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Cindy! Being short, I try to keep it simple 😉
Annie Jacobi
Posted at 13:59h, 26 JanuaryPerfection. The black and white color scheme is classic and gorgeous, the styling of the garment is fashion forward yet timeless and the completed look is appropriate for so many occasions.
A total winner!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:20h, 26 JanuaryWhat a nice comment, Annie! I can’t get enough black and white and am trying to lay off, but as you said the color combo works with everything 🙂
Samina
Posted at 15:52h, 26 JanuaryStunning! Reminds me of a summer tunic I made by hacking Colette Patterns’ Sencha top. Mine was made entirely in chiffon, with a black top and white bottom. You look great.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:21h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Samina! I’d love to see your Colette B&W dress 🙂
coco
Posted at 15:55h, 26 JanuaryGreat dress, perhaps my favorite of all you’ve made!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:22h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Coco! Really……. this is your favorite? 😉
jennifer miller
Posted at 16:07h, 26 JanuaryGorgeous! Your creativity and quality of work continues to inspire me. Waiting anxiously for my new sewing machine, itching to get started.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:23h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks for your comment, Jennifer! A new sewing machine is going to be a blast – have fun!
Linda
Posted at 16:12h, 26 JanuaryI too am inspired. Looks comfortable and would work equally well for my figure. Thanks. The dress turned out great. Brava!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:23h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Linda!
Claitree Meeks
Posted at 16:20h, 26 JanuaryAbsolutely stunning! Love the dolman sleeve! My kind of Dress, and I’ll be another one who will do some copying! I hope you are flattered by this rather than annoyed. LOL!! I, too, live on the West coast so we’re not likely to run into one another! I love the black/White – it’s wonderful, and I do quite a lot of color blocking with that combination. However, in this version, I don’t need all that white close to my face and hair (My hair is white), so will probably go with a colour like hot pink, or turquoise to replace the white. What do you think?
Love the innovations you used on the hemline also – you are one clever gal! Congratulations!
old sewandsew
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:24h, 26 JanuaryMany thanks and opy away! I’d love to run into someone on the West coast wearing the same homemade dress – instant bonding for sure 🙂 !
Susan Zurenda
Posted at 18:21h, 26 JanuarySarah,
This is one very good-looking dress!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:25h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Susie!
Alex in California
Posted at 18:38h, 26 JanuaryThe dress is beautiful and you look beautiful in it and you have accessorized it to perfection. I wonder if not having the vertical seams in the white area above the bust would work. Will you be repeating this design in another color block? I look forward to seeing what you do next.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:26h, 26 JanuaryThank you, Alex! Maybe you missed the sentence where I wrote that I will eliminate the middle/vertical seams if I make the dress again. I completely agree with you 🙂
Alex in California
Posted at 17:42h, 27 JanuaryNever leave a comment before the first cup of coffee in the morning. I should’ve known your design eye would see what would be a design improvement.
Maureen Cooksley
Posted at 19:09h, 26 JanuaryI grew old trying to get to the bottom of your comments to put in my threepennyworth! but I just had to tell you how lovely this dress is and how beautiful it looks on you – well done. Like Cissie I feel a copy coming on if I can find the right fabric here in the UK. But then I have copies both you and Cissie before and you have never led me astray [for style and quality if not cash!]
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:27h, 26 JanuaryLOL! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice comment, Maureen!
EmSewCrazy
Posted at 19:46h, 26 JanuaryFabulous job! I thought this pattern looked very interesting!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:27h, 26 JanuaryThank you! It’s a great pattern with unlimited design potential 🙂
Kathleen V Crawford
Posted at 21:09h, 26 JanuaryI have recently discovered Akris Punto and really enjoy his clothing. I love the styles but the fabrics used do not justify the high prices charged. I had pinned some of his garments but planned to use natural fabrics instead.
Love, love your interpretation.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:28h, 26 JanuaryThank you so much, Kathleen! I love his designs too, but have never bought one – only admired on the rack and online 🙂
susana martinez
Posted at 00:20h, 27 JanuaryGreat job! I realised I have expensive taste, unfortunately I can’t afford most of those clothes! Years ago I started to try stuff on and take a picture in the fitting room or I’d buy the garment, measure and copy the pattern and return it! If I can do it myself, why not? hehe. I don’t buy patterns, I make my own (I work as a pattern and sample maker) But last december for my b-day I subscribed to BurdaStyle magazine because…….I got lazy! Here’s for a life full of nice clothes made by ourselves! <3 xoxo
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:35h, 27 JanuaryThank you for your comment, Susana! How nice to know how to design patterns – who do you make patterns for?
susana
Posted at 13:08h, 27 JanuaryThank YOU! so much for replying to my comment. I find it so nice of you to respond to all of us! I make patterns and samples for a small fashion company called Lorry Newhouse in NYC.
And I also write two blogs: thecoatchecktales.wordpress.com about my work on fashion and a lot of behind the scenes and the second one thecoatcheckprojects.wordpress.com about sewing tips and personal sewing projects, check them out if you have some extra time. xoxo 😉
Deborah Richardson
Posted at 01:45h, 27 JanuaryI think it came out great and yours looks more wearable then the other. Very nice job!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:35h, 27 JanuaryThank you so much, Deborah!
Linda
Posted at 04:31h, 27 JanuaryWho needs the original, when your’s is even nicer! Well done!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:36h, 27 JanuaryThank you, Linda! I wouldn’t say mine is nicer…….. but it works for me 🙂
Sarah Wilson
Posted at 15:17h, 27 JanuaryThis a fabulous dress, you look exactly like the model and it suits you perfectly. I want it!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:29h, 28 JanuaryWell, I wouldn’t go that far 🙂 😉 ,but I do love the dress. Many thanks for your comment, Sarah!
Ebi P.
Posted at 19:31h, 27 JanuaryA designer-inspired make WITH pockets? Amazing! What a good job you did. The side vents especially are a nice touch, and the fit is quite good.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:30h, 28 JanuaryThank you so much, Ebi! I couldn’t resist the pockets!
Jin
Posted at 21:26h, 27 JanuaryGlad to see you back and smiling. Your fans have missed you. What a WONDERFUL job you did on the dress…I may just have to follow your lead! Two thumbs up!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:31h, 28 JanuaryI missed you too, but the break was quite refreshing 🙂 Many thanks for the compliment on the dress, Jin!
Ginger
Posted at 16:32h, 28 JanuaryOoh! This is ADORABLE! I love it on you!!!!!
CherryPix
Posted at 22:10h, 28 JanuaryOoh, yes! I worry about kimono sleeves being too big too…but this cut definitely works! B+w colour blocking…stylish as ever!
Sara Rodriguez
Posted at 22:50h, 28 JanuaryEs el tipo de vestido que me gusta: buen corte, buen diseño…… Y buen trabajo de adaptación y confección!. Enhorabuena!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:38h, 29 JanuaryGracias, Sara!
Hot Pink Boucle!! | Mood Sewing Network
Posted at 06:01h, 28 February[…] pattern is Vogue 9022 sewn last month in a color block style with Mood’s black and white wool crepe. This time I sewed the pattern straight up; a much easier undertaking. I took extra precaution to […]