With removable sleeves, this dress makes a versatile style for a cocktail party and can be styled in many ways to suit the occasion
The 1960s short dress with appliqus, the contemporary princess look Sequins, crystals and micro-beads transform the mini dress into a luminous casket '60s elegance is reinvented in a glamorous key
1 Pattern Design & Mockup Though my personal wardrobe is mostly the dressmaker has no clothes, when I do make something for myself, its usually an epic project
If I were going to make something, I'd be looking for a fabric and pattern that would look "fancy" because: 1) the colour *really* suits me 2) the style flatters me as much as is possible 3) that could be dressed up for this occasion - think hand-sewing on some quality lace +/- seed pearls for example - that can be removed after, leaving a practical, more every-day dress behind If that doesn't work, I'd at least consider a "blouse/skirt" combo with one being dressier than the other, so at least half the outfit gets more use
On days I have a little more time to put thought into my outfit I like to add interest with some texture like this borg coat Im wearing
I call it the Polished Pillowcase Dress. The tutorial includes even more options for customizing a pillowcase dress.) You can see the full post about that dress here
