I haven't checked with any doctors, but I'm pretty sure it's physically impossible to feel unhappy while wearing a shirt dress, and the great ones are so hard to find at a moderate price point. I don't know why a shirt dress feels different from simply tucking a blouse into a skirt, but it just does. When you combine two pieces to create a dress, it's just so...permanent. You never have to worry about the kiddos pulling things out of place while they twist and turn in your lap.The shirt is always in place; the skirt never rides up. Result: Much yumminess.
This is a super-easy cheat to create a well-fitting piece you can style in a hundred ways, rain or shine. You'll want a blouse that has a small amount of extra room at the waist.
I used a blouse that was torn out at the waist and couldn't be worn anymore. This project gave me the chance to up-cycle it.
I can't get over how creative you are!!! I will need to whip out my sewing machine and try this out :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely outfit! I have so many things I'd like to combine, but my sewing skills are really rather... basic. Maybe I'll try it either way.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day!
Kristina J! Love it! :) I can't wait to see your book...although I like seeing your ideas, not actually being creative on my own. hahaha
ReplyDeleteHAHA! You're awesome.
DeleteYou! Are! Amazing! I can't wait to buy your book!!
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You're sooo sweet! I can't wait to see the finished product either.
DeleteCan't you just wear the shirt tucked into the skirt?
ReplyDeleteYeah...but I like the permanence of a shirt dress. Especially since I've got three children, a shirt dress is simply easier to grab than trying to coordinate separate pieces...and also, these were pretty much unused items in my closet.
DeleteTucking a shirt into a skirt lasts only... minutes. Then you spend your day trying to tuck it back in place, or feeling something alive and annoying moving around your waist, chilling from . :) I never wear a shirt into a skirt because is such a bother! :D
DeleteKristina: well, I'm a doctor, I totaly validate your theory! :) The color touch of the shoes is such a highlight that it makes me wanna stay and look at the picture forever! Francesca
This is such a good idea! I've been planning my spring refashions and this is going right on the list. Thanks for sharing. (^_^)
ReplyDeleteCool, Nikell!
DeleteWhat a great idea!
ReplyDeleteAs always you are truly amazing!! I love this dress!!
ReplyDeleteThx for the tutorial Kristina. This dress is lovely!!
ReplyDeleteLove the color combo here
ReplyDeleteI love what you've created! And I LOVE how you paired it with the striped blazer!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a great idea! I always put tops and bottoms together with a big elastic but never thought of a zipper. I'm inspired!
ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely! I wish myhair could look like yours all the time! Deffinately keep it curly!! <3
ReplyDeleteLove it! Do you have a picture of it with out the sweater? I'd love to see the finished product alone!
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