Getting Dressed

Hey Loves!

I'm excited about this post! I love getting dressed up! When I think about getting dressed up, I always think of dresses, pretty hair, and a little makeup!

When my hubby announced on a Monday that he was going to be in a wedding that Friday, I immediately thought about making a dress. I consulted my favorite guy on what I should wear.
I showed him a few options.

He seemed to like the flowing sexy styles of A & B. Honestly, I was glad because my body needs some work. A fitted dress like C & D would have left me self conscious and trying to cover up all day.
I immediately knew which fabric I wanted to use. I had a beautiful pleated knit that would hopefully drape like B. I wanted to use it before the weather changed. This was the perfect opportunity.

I mean it's beautiful. I needed a simple pattern so that the fabric could shine.

Pleated Knit from Wal-Mart
$4 for 6 yards

I searched through my pattern stash and came across 3 options.

I ruled S8013 out because I've sewn in once already. I liked the wrap dress style of S8137, but really looked the flowing and simple style of V9253. I laid each out with the fabric and ultimately chose V9253. I had also seen a bunch of cute makes with this pattern and great reviews.
It took me a few hours to cut out the pattern and sew it up. I closed the neck opening about 2.5", omitted the zipper, and opened the bottom half for an above the knee split.

My date wasn't too bad either. I love this guy! He was pretty proud of his wife and her peek-a-boo sexy dress.

The simplicity of V9253 and the drape and print of this fabric were a perfect match. At least, I think so. What do you think?

Until next time, smooches!
DJ

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