This red and cream rayon dress sewn using Butterick 5731 - a pattern from the mid-1970s. I know some may call it "vintage" but it just doesn't seem right to call something vintage when I clearly remember the clothing from the era. Granted I was quite young This dress is another completed UFO. It was never finished as I kept debating with myself over the hem length. I finally just chopped off about five inches so that it would hit me about mid-knee.
The pattern was in my collection and I must admit I like the romance of the flutter sleeves and flared hem. I feel as if I need a big floppy hat also. I think it's a soft and feminine dress its design complimented by the drapey rayon fabric - and the GiGi just doesn't do it justice. The floaty sleeves and fitted midriff are better displayed on a real body. When the weather warms up I'll model it - wearing the perfect red shoes of course.
Thats very pretty!! I hope it wasn't an UFO from the '70's?
ReplyDeleteVicki - *LOL* Nope, not a UFO from the 70s. Although with my reputation for UFOs I can see how that question could come up :-)
ReplyDeleteGreat job. I like the style too.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty dress!
ReplyDeleteWhat a flirty, feminine dress! It will be marvy in the spring and summer.
ReplyDeleteI love a great red dress! The lines are actually very classic/timeless, and I'm looking forward to seeing you model it!
ReplyDeleteI love it. Reminds me of a Simplicity pattern I bought not too long ago.
ReplyDeleteCute dress...looks like it will be fun to wear. I'm with you on that "vintage" appellation. I recall my shock when my daughter checked out a library book labeled "historical fiction" and I saw that it took place in the (19)70's!
ReplyDeleteI love that style, especially those gorgeous sleeves. Definitely well worth rescuing from the UFO pile!
ReplyDeleteSo springy, you are going to look great in that.
ReplyDeleteSoo pretty!
ReplyDeleteI made a dress like that back in the 70s! Loved it.
ReplyDeleteYour much-newer version is going to be great for spring/summer.
oooh I have that same pattern in my stash, so great to see it made up in a gorgeous fabric.
ReplyDeleteThis pattern brings back memories. I made the long version in a blue and white floral print for an end of summer banquet in the late 70's. It was one of my favorite dresses. I think the design is quite timeless, but it can look quite modern depending on the fabric used. I love your red print short version.
ReplyDeleteI made that dress in the mid 70s in a yellow poly seersucker. It was a sweet dress. Wore it with DBF (now DH) to a concert.
ReplyDeleteLois K