The weather actually decided to warm up, so I was able to get modeled photos of the Butterick vintage pattern. I find that a few days distance does wonders for my opinion of a pattern, and this is no different. I was a little lukewarm at first, but now I love it! Even the shoulder ties look nice to me now. Of course, it helps that I bought shoes to go with the dress (shoes are my lone shopping indulgence!) These are called Kendale, and they are from Jessica Simpson. Are they comfortable? Not exactly, but they aren’t uncomfortable either! They are a bit stiff, but I expect they will break in nicely.
The low back is really nice. What I really love is that you can wear a normal bra with this dress, but it gives the illusion of being bare.
Without a crinoline is still hangs nicely, as you can see above. The linen is very cool to wear, and with the addition of cotton in the blend it doesn’t wrinkle much at all. I think I could have actually made the waist an inch smaller, but I’m happy with it – I don’t like a tight waist! Once again, this pattern is highly recommended – it’s really easy for a vintage pattern, and the directions are excellent!
Pretty! What a breezy dress (and cute shoes– I love a good peep-toe).
This is so pretty on you…so bright and happy! What a great dress to begin spring in!
How lovely, the pattern, the print and the colour a perfect combination for you
Christiana
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Now that you’re modeling it, I love it even more.
It looks wonderful on you! The skirt falls really nicely, and those shoes are so cute
I love it with the red shoes. I think we may have the exact same shoes. Are yours Jessica Simpson?
So cute! That colour is fantastic on you!
That is gorgeous! Love the fabric and the pattern – and your shoes go really well with your hair. Beautiful photos.
Jessica,
I love everything about the dress; fabric, pattern and it fits you beautifully. I love the shoes; perfect, and I LOVE the wrought iron kitty cat, so cute!
diana
Wow. A perfect fit!! Love the shoes too.
Very smart looking!
That is just gorgeous!
Beautiful! You make me want to break out my sewing machine and make a new dress for Easter!
Gorgeous. I love everything about this dress. The v neck back, the ties at the shoulder, the great fit and the beautiful fabric. Well done!
This looks so lovely on you!
Thank you so much for posting these photos! I bought B5603 to make for a wedding later in the year, but started to doubt my choice when it arrived, I thought it looked far too bridesmaid-y! But you’ve proved to me that as long as you choose the right fabric and shorten the dress, it’s great!