I actually made this Cambie not long after I made my last one. I like to strike while the iron's hot. I haven't gotten around to posting about it because I haven't really worn it - for some reason when I initially wore it I didn't like the way the fabric colours went with my skin tone. But today I got over that.
I made this one in the Liberty print called Wiltshire. I think paired with solid, dark accessories it is okay on me. It is not quite as vibrant as I had thought when purchasing it.
Onto the pattern .... nothing new to add from my original one. Here is a recap of the alterations I had to make:
- I started with a size 8 bodice, but ended up taking it in about 1.2cm on each side.
- I pinched about 1cm out of the middle of the sweetheart neckline.
- I shortened the straps by 1.5cm, tapering to 2cm at the bodice.
- I took 1.5cm out of each back piece from the top - tapering to nothing at the bottom.
- I shortened the bodice by 3cm.
Things I really like about this version include the pockets. Very useful for my work ID and keys.
The back sits nice and flat, as does the front of the bodice.
So... a non-blogged item sees the light of day! I am glad I dragged this out today. It was comfy and made me feel nice. Wearing Liberty was a much needed event after my Washi dress on Saturday :-)
I'll leave you with this final photo. I asked Michael for more direction for posing for blog photos. He told me to think of seahorses. 20 points if you can identify which movie he was referencing - one of my all-time favourites for a good snorting laugh!!
Love it! I gave my Scout tee away. I kept putting it on and then taking it straight off. The colour is really weird in this print. But I'm still hoarding my cranberry Wiltshire!!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't find the cranberry on Shaukat but agree it is so much nicer!
Delete"That was the one, I think it's gunna come out real nice" ;) Gorgeous fit, it looks so delicious, I'd love to see it IRL. And pockets, perfect ;)
ReplyDeleteAwesome!!
DeleteMy comment got cut out, but meant to add that you're a girl after my own heart! ND is one of my fave movies.
DeleteIt looks great on - and I agree that it looks good with the dark stockings. Sometimes iberty can be tricky to matc. I have a different colourway of this - I think the cranberry which I adore.
ReplyDeleteIt can. I am lusting after Joy & Sorrow after seeing your Cami though!!
DeleteI really like this dress on you! This is a cute pattern.
ReplyDeleteLiberty can be tricky to make. I like your new dress. Like you, I often make a number of the same thing in a row. :)
ReplyDeletenapoleon! haha
ReplyDeletelove the movie and the frock. nice one.
high five.
One of my all time fave movies. So many good one-liners. So many.
DeleteI hope you're thinking of floating in a sea of seashorses. The floating adds additional flair ;) This is epic!
ReplyDeleteHaha! Love it. Thanks mate
DeleteWiltshire is my favorite Liberty print. I think the color way is pretty- subdued but pretty. It does look good with the dark accessories.
ReplyDeleteI love it!! A dress, flowers and a sweetheart neckline - just my style. It looks fabulous on you - a great fit. Congratulations. Cheers, Karen
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