I'm a bit of a loon, cos I'm going to enter the PatternReview plus size contest. I started filling the pattern review template - getting that bit done early. I also compared this pattern to a knit wrap dress I've been wearing for about 8 years now. I was startled that this pattern is bigger in a couple of areas, eg back width. But as i filled in the template I looked at the back of the envelope to the body size (not finished garment) measurements.
The envelope size is 42, and I was expecting it to be sized for a 42" bust, but nope just read the back and it's 46" bust, 39" waist and 48" hip. I might just do an FBA, take in the upper back/shoulders a little, leave the hips larger and sew it up. In a knit I can just take the side seams in if needed. I'm going to add tie belts to the dress itself, and not include waistline casing for elastic - am shuddering at the thought.
ooh, I want a dress like the longsleeved one in the background. I've got a modern-ish pattern for a wrap dress in a knit but it only has short sleeves.
ReplyDeleteI don't mind long sleeves, but they're not as flattering for me as 3/4. Plus I overheat, even in our winter.
DeletePerhaps you could switch out the sleeves for those from another pattern