Yesterday, reordering my wardrobe I impulsively decided to do something with my Dandelion dress. I worn it twice last year, and I didn't enjoy its length at all. I didn't feel comfortable in it.
So, I butchered it successfully. I cut it off just a little above the knees, I took in the front and the back darts, and took off the unfortunate dandelions I wasn't satisfied either because I didn't like how they appeared sewn on the velvet. Instead I made three rows of ruffles and attached them as a bib.
Next, with the left over rectangle piece I made myself a bolero. That was the easiest thing to do.
I added a ruffle along the neckline and I got the cutest little thing! Now, I am sure I am going to wear it a lot.
oh I think it's much better!!
ReplyDeleteThat color looks very good on you! And the bolero was a great idea indeed!
Looks wonderful Maya!! great photoshoot, the bolero was ingenious.
ReplyDeleteThis is super cute! I like the fabric you used. It seems so warm.
ReplyDeleteThank you my dear ladies!
ReplyDeleteAt first I thought the lacey ruffle for the bolero might be a little too much,but when trying it out as a complete outfit, I liked it a lot, and believe I have not made a mistake creating it!
Oh this is a pretty make over! I like this one better. Short dress and ruffle makes you very charming!
ReplyDeletewow, i like this version so much! and it looks fabulous with the bolero! you can't really see the length in the original version, but you look great with the dress this length :) lisa
ReplyDeleteExcellent job. That dress can go to casual to fancy in no time with the right accessories. You look stunning in it, and whoever made these photos is also good. I need to train my subjects, er, I mean kid and husband, better.
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the best part of refashioning? You can make something you don't like in your wardrobe work better for you! Good job!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up to Making It With Allie.
I can't wait to see what you have next week!
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This looks so pretty on you - great job, I like the bolero too!
ReplyDeleteI love the way the shoulders fit (or at least look).. still having trouble with that on mine. Very nice fabric too!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from Grosgrain's link-up- following you now! :) The dress looks great!
ReplyDeleteThank you all on the lovely comments!
ReplyDeleteI must say that now it looks way better!
I love the dress. The rows of ruffles are so fun. It looks spectacular.
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Ruth
You look very pretty! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!!! the little ascot ruffle in front really sets it off. Love it!
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