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Sheath dress with swing jacket

Note: this dress is not from this Vogue pattern, but its similar. 
I like the 1950s feel of this jacket, with the bow and the swing back.
Detail; The bow is a charming feature, I think. 
This ensemble worked great to wear to two springtime weddings.
I did not make the dress from this pattern--just the jacket.  The jacket was a cinch to sew.  It is not lined, so I drafted a lining pattern for it. 
Note: this dress is not from this Vogue pattern, but its similar. 

Note: this dress is not from this Vogue pattern, but it's similar. 

Photo: Cynthia DeGrand

When I received an invitation to a springtime wedding, I was able to sew this dress and jacket quickly and feel perfectly dressed for the occasion.  I often sew vintage patterns, but this contemporary jacket pattern's swing back and bow embellishment were reminiscent of the 1950s.


Pattern or design used: Vogue V8146
VintageTailor VintageTailor, member
Posted on Oct 15th, 2011 in embellishments, reader's closet, vintage

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Comments (3)

sews4fun sews4fun writes: Great job!
Think I'll get this pattern myself, if I do half as good a job as you, I will be happy!
Posted: 10:48 pm on October 16th

nannysgirl nannysgirl writes: You did an amazing job on this outfit! The fabric choice is perfect.
Posted: 5:43 pm on October 16th

Lynda21 Lynda21 writes: Love your outfit. I also own this pattern, and like you are somewhat height chellenged. You have inspired me to make this jacket as it looks fabulous.
Posted: 2:49 pm on October 16th

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