Have any of you sewers ever come across this vintage Diane Von Furstenburg wrap dress sewing pattern?
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I'd like to know what's so special about it other than the fact that it has the DVF name on it. Yes, I know she was the "inventor" of the wrap dress, but take a look at this:
I made this dress:
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| You can't tell but I'm smizing! (You have to be an America's Next Top Model watcher to get it~) |
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| Simplicity 7705 (Jiffy) |
I think it could probably pass. Not as a real DVF of course, but maybe of a DVF pattern???
What's the most you've ever paid for a pattern? Was it worth it? Leave a comment~
Oh girl you look fierce! I too love ANTM! The dress looks like the original.
ReplyDeleteI look in all the thrift stores for the DVF version, just to frame it. But so far, no luck.
I think I have paid over $30.00 for a Vogue before I found out about Club BMV. The independent pattern designers are pricey too.
Gorgeous! (You and the dress!)
ReplyDeleteWow, I didn't even know DVF had ever made sewing patterns. I love her dresses though, it just goes to show what great classic style she has that they're just as fashionable now as they were in the 70's. But it definitely is an easy knockoff, so I wouldn't splurge on the pattern.
The most I've spent is probably about $10 or $15. Sadly I think it was for a brand from a big box store that just didn't happen to be on sale that day. But that was a long time ago, and I wouldn't do it again. I always end up having to alter the patterns so much that it's almost not worth buying them in the first place -- easier to start from scratch!
But I love your dress, you did a fabulous job!
Really?!! This is super super cute! Great job whipping up this hot number!
ReplyDeleteOh your dress looks gorgeous. I personally wouldn't pay that much for a pattern when you can get pretty much the same design for so much less.
ReplyDeleteWOW Love this Dress!!
ReplyDeleteYou always look amazing!
Holy awesomeness...ok that doesn't make sense...but it's what I thought when I saw the vintage pattern and dress!
ReplyDeleteAmazing job!
Love it, love it, love it! :)
ReplyDeleteYep, one hundred bucks is way too much for a pattern, but there are good alternatives to that one. I'm glad you found one. Your dress turned out great!
ReplyDeleteLooks fabulous. I am so impressed with your sewing skills. Love that gorgeous burgundy colour on you!!
ReplyDeletewell done !
ReplyDeleteit is a great timeless style
Classic! Thanks for sharing!
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LOVE this dress -- but alas...i do not sew : ) lol!!!! i will live through others creations! : ) hugs...
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love this dress! I have a vintage DVF dress that is my absolute prized possession and I only wear it when I seriously need luck on my side.
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I love your dress, very pretty. I would love for you to share your talents at Bacon Time, linky is Friday-monday.
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wow, great dress!
ReplyDeleteWow! That dress is really lovely and you look great in it!
ReplyDeleteYou made a beautiful dress! I have spent 10 or 15 on a pattern before, but I only pay that much when I know exactly what I want, and where I'm going to wear it.:)
ReplyDeleteYour dress is fabulous and you look smashing in it!
ReplyDeleteI need to ask my mom if she has any 70's patterns stashed away. It would be fun to make a retro dress.
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