"Thought recipes" and combinations for bigger picture thinking, though the eyes of a custom sewist/dressmaker/human being.
Monday, November 19, 2007
On fatal design flaws...
I've had this pattern for along time, mostly because I keep thinking I must be missing something about this dress.
It really appeals to me, but I can't imagine how this dress, cut the way the pattern recommends, and using the recommended fabrics, could possibly work on a body that moves.
This deep back is really lovely, and would make a great vacation dress, but...
The pattern for the body of the dress is THREE pieces, and the contrast bands, are another two. It has no waist stay, front boning or support of any kind, and no underwires or bra cups are called for at all. The recommended fabrics are denim, gabardine or linen. The front of the dress has a high, square neckline and shoulder straps spaced far out on the shoulder.
What????
I can't imagine who could wear this, and still lead a life, bend over, reach for anything... unless she relied heavily on double-stick body tape... what would hold this dress on your body?
Have any of you ever seen a low-backed garment that didn't make up for it in structural support at the waist, and the front and/or sides?
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
Baltimore, MD - Association of Sewing and Design Professionals Conference
Heading off to meet with colleagues, my fellow Board Members, and friends in Baltimore, MD for a few days of conference, meetings, and eve...
-
I am so glad so many people have found and love this post! If, after reading this post, you crave more recent info, stop over at my current ...
-
Since writing this post, I have taken charge of the Shop the Garment District blog, where you will find a much more in-depth exploration of...
-
(originally posted November 29, 2007) I can only note that the past is beautiful because one never realises an emotion at the time. It ex...
Hmmm. Is that why the model is wearing the coat even though she's wearing thong sandals?
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen such a thing, either and seems like a disaster waiting to happen to me. I think I'd be adding a few things if I made this dress.
Heh - yeah, the coat with sandals is telling...
ReplyDeleteI don't think you are expected to move in that dress. LOL
ReplyDeleteIt's a very "Posh Spice" sorta look, that way, isn't it?
ReplyDelete