Formalwear no longer has a clear-cut definition for most of us, and this offers plenty of room for personal expression when it’s time to dress up for a special-occasion.
Now that many of us are again attending weddings and other events, there will likely be opportunities for special-occasion outfits this fall.
“People are excited to make and wear beautiful statement pieces again,” says Heather Lewenza, owner and designer at Closet Core Patterns.
Butterick 6781: women’s fitted faux wrap dress with V-neck & sleeve variations in sizes up to 55″ hip
Vogue 1919: fitted lined dress has round neckline with purchased beaded trim
Vogue 1953: fitted, lined dress with length variations
To find more styles, colors, and fabrics for the season, read Vanessa Nirode’s article “Authentically Autumn.”
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Vogue 1642
Pattern A has pleated patch pockets with flaps. Pattern B has side seam zippers. This Vogue sewing pattern kit was designed and printed in the United States and comes with sewing templates, instructions, fabric recommendations, pattern pieces, and sizing guides for (2) shirts and (1) pair of pants. Women's clothing patterns can be made to fit sizes 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14.
The Hendrix coat sewing pattern from Style Arc is an unlined, panelled design with long two-piece sleeves, a button or snap front, and optional top-stitching. It features binding along the neck, hem, and sleeves, along with angled patch pockets and dropped shoulders. Recommended fabrics include wool, linen, faux fur, or velvet, with fabric estimates and trim details provided for sizes 4-30.
Know Me patterns offer stylish and versatile designs, including the ME2064 rain jacket, which combines a cropped jacket and a vest that can be worn together or separately. The boxy-fit jacket features a hood, snap closure, and multiple pockets, while the vest has a zippered front and cargo pockets. This sewing kit includes templates, fabric recommendations, and instructions for sizes 44-52, proudly made in the USA.
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