Edited later: Sorry there are so many amendments to this post since I wrote it this morning!! SO this top is available in Europe for EUR 230.00 and not $3000 as I saw it on Net-a-Porter in the morning, it changes to $334 by 2pm (hence the trail in the comment box). The fact remains that it is still cheaper to make your own version (so no excuse people!). So I amended the post for those who have seen the morning version to reflect the new pricing. Phew - the editing is nearly as big as the actual post!!
There are a few reasons why I am keen to improve on my dressmaking skills - one of them is to able to recreate some items of my favourite fashion designers, for instance Isabel Marant, and save some pennies in the process.
I love Isabel Marant's style (I knitted my first jumper because of her) but I cannot afford her items (well maybe one if I am on a serious shopping spree), unless she does a collaboration with H&M.
Pattern: from Burdastyle 04/2014;
Fabric: Fredo Linen (latte not that keen on ecru): The Fabric Godmother or
this printed Silk gauze from MacCulloch and Wallis
Probable modifications: ruffles (see my tutorial here) and shorten the sleeves
to be honest my main issue with the Burdastyle top is its length, so I would have to lengthen it, no one wants to see my stretch marks
Top: You can buy it on NaP
So let's do the maths...
Hmmm.. I am sure you could even invest the money you would save into a sewing course!
I already wanted to make the top when I bought the current issue of the BurdaStyle magazine (one of my favourite issues). Well, I just want to have/make it, like now!! Even Mr MiH will be impressed!
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ReplyDeleteI was just looking at that Burda pattern last night. The ruffles look like a great way to customize it. Depending on when you start/finish the project you should enter it into the upcoming Pattern Review Bargainista Fashionista contest (i.e. copying your favorite expensive designer)! This would be perfect!
ReplyDeleteIf ever I needed a reason to invest in a sewing course ;) I love Isabel Marant's designs but have never found that the quality justifies the price, whether it's $3000 or the slightly more affordable 240 euros. I hope you will make a version, I would love to see how it turns out!
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Cee
Oh that top is gorgeous and you will look stunning in it Nat!
ReplyDeletethese are brilliant, you just seem to take dressmaking to a different level, and make it look relatively easy x
ReplyDeleteI think you look in the right direction, Nat. I get put off making clothes by thinking about how expensive it is compared to buying them. Clearly I should be thinking about buying more expensive clothes and then, as you say, you can save a fortune. I'm looking forward to seeing your top :)
ReplyDeleteseriously adorable with the shorter sleeves - love watching your inspirational adaptations!
ReplyDeleteI guess there are a lot of ppl to pay who were involved in making this design come to life? It's a cute top.
ReplyDeleteNice job. I'm just now trying to knock off a Tibi skirt, with mixed results. Thrift store fabric = cheap. But also ripped. :(
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