Anthropologizing Jo-Ann's: Sugar-Coated

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

I haven't gotten so excited about a dress since I first saw the Sugar-Coated Dress at Anthropologie last fall, nor has any other dress from Anthro fit me so poorly, so unfortunately, it never left the store with me. I originally intended to create a fall version more like the original, but didn't find similar fabric until spring rolled around, so I shortened the sleeves to make it more appropriate for a summer shirtdress.

(Kristina J. dress, Anthropologie Channeled belt and Work Weekend bag, Nine West wedges, AE watch)

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35 comments:

  1. vintageglam1234July 19, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    You are so talented Kristina! Wish I could create something like that. I love your version more than the Anthro one.

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  2. PeggyJuly 19, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    This dress is perfection and I want it soooooo bad!! Love it girl!

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  3. Sarah LuntJuly 19, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    I love it! I agree, you are so talented.

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  4. EmilyJuly 19, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    So lovely and better than the original!! :)

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  5. OnePerfectDayJuly 20, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    It's just perfect!
    I love the polka dots!!

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  6. UnknownJuly 20, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    I like your dress better than theirs. :)

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  7. Jamie - Thrifty ThreadsJuly 20, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    Ah, yes -- I remember loving this dress when you made it. And I just realized that you also changed the neckline. I like your version much better, as it seems a bit more modest. I think I would feel the need to wear a cami under Anthro's version (and who wants to layer a cami under a dress in the height of summer!)

    Love all the taupe accessories you've paired this with!

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  8. Alicia MarieJuly 20, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    lovely, especially with the short sleeves.

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  9. Jo (@ boogaloo)July 20, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    gorgeous! Love the colouring.

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  10. Tara B.July 20, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    ...Wow. Just wow. I like your version much better than the Anthro version. I want it :-/

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  11. RachelJuly 20, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    That is beautiful!!! I love me an anthropologie knockoff. Now,if I could just find similar fabric for the green version of the Verdant Slip Dress, I would be in heaven.

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  12. Lisa - respect the shoesJuly 20, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    I adore this piece, Kristina. It is like the sugar-coated dress, but better! Better print, better fit, better style - you've knocked another one out of the park!

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  13. Molly at AnthromollogiesJuly 20, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    Fabulosity, in every way. When will you be mass producing? I'm first on the list, k?

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  14. AnonymousJuly 20, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Oh my gosh you are so talented! I 100% like your version better!

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  15. MichelleJuly 20, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Gorgeous dress! I love the neutral shoes and bag that lets the print of the dress shine. Super cute!

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  16. Jessica at Me Sew CrazyJuly 21, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    this is beautiful! is this your own design? It is fabulous work!

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  17. Victoria / Justice PirateJuly 21, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    oh my gosh. this is such a beautiful dress and you always do an amazing job!!!

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  18. andrea @ TheTrainToCrazy.comJuly 21, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    always amazing! Love this dress and the photos are wonderful!

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  19. ClaireJuly 21, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Love it! You are so talented!

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  20. Jenny Hall / Seamingly SmittenJuly 21, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    That dress is hands-down pure perfection! Great job - you are so talented. What kind of material did you use to make it? The shorter sleeves are definitely more flattering.

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  21. JenJuly 22, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    This is GORGEOUS! Oh, I wish I could make things like this. Fabulous job!

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  22. UnknownJuly 23, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    It's gorgeous! And so like the original! I'm in awe.
    I'd love for you to link this to my link party!

    "Life's a Picnic!" party!

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  23. KelliJuly 24, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Oh wow! So pretty! I like yours better actually. The sleeves on the Anthro version would irritate me I think at that length, and I like how your neckline is higher too. I hate when I have no choice in how much chest I expose! :)
    Great job!! Did you use a pattern or just make it up?

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  24. Connie Kresin CampbellJuly 25, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    Beautiful dress, looks perfect on you.

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  25. Q @ JAQSJuly 25, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    LOVE IT. You did a fabulous job. I love the accessories too.

    BTW I'm hosting a 12 FAT quarter Fabric Giveaway. Come by and check it out when you get a chance :)

    Q @ http://www.jaqsstudio.com/

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  26. JessicaJuly 26, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    I LOVE this! And I want one just like it!! :D

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  27. Paige @ Little NostalgiaJuly 26, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Seriously, this is adorable! I actually like your version better.

    (Stopping by from Not Just A Housewife)

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  28. Decor To AdoreJuly 26, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Oh I would love to know the pattern # and maker!

    Well done.

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  29. Crazy WonderfulJuly 26, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    LOVING your blog!!! I've been ooooing and awwwwing over all of your posts :D And, as soon as follow button works I'll be all over it!

    Shelley
    www.westermanfam.blogspot.com

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  30. Elisabeth, innerst i veienJuly 29, 2011 at 3:03 AM

    I love your dress! I have a fabric ready but have not found the right pattern, something like yours, yet.

    Elisabeth, Norway

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  31. KelleyJuly 29, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    I love this shirt dress. I love the fabric more. Where can I get a similar fabric? online? Thanks for sharing.

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  32. BrenbrenJuly 29, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    I too like so many others would like to know where you got the fabric and what pattern you used (if any)

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  33. the domestic fringeJuly 31, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    I LOVE your dress. You are extremely talented.
    ~FringeGirl

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  34. AmandaSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    I have featured this today, thanks so much for providing such great knock offs :) http://www.copycatcrafts.com/anthropologie-inspired-sugar-coated-dress/

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  35. NikellFebruary 1, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous!!! I love it. I'll be reading your blog from time to time (^_^)

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