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Dance With Me:latin/ballroom dance wear

user-164872 | Posted in Patterns on

I’m desperately searching for patterns like some of the costumes worn in Dance With Me.  I have a competition in 3 weeks!

I have tried the McCalls/Simplicity “design your own” dresses.  However, I really want skirts and tops.  Plus, I want to be able to add beaded fringe, feathers, etc.

Tried PatternReview.com
Searched SewingPatterns.com
Googled the movie and costume designer… UGH!

Does anyone know of any books, patterns, etc?

 

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  1. mygaley | | #1

    Try this site:  The Costumer's Manifesto http://www.costumes.org.  They have some of everything, including a warning that some of the addresses are NOT pg!  They suggest if you're going to be offended, then don't look.  I have found it very useful in sewing mardi gras costumes.  Have fun, Galey

  2. Elisabeth | | #2

    Have you looked at Jalie patterns? http://www.jalie.com KwikSew also has some patterns that might work for you. http://www.kwiksew.com Both companies make excellent patterns. They might seem more expensive than McCalls and those but are worth every penny. Have fun at the comp.

  3. mygaley | | #3

    Be sure and send us some pictures of your creation.  Galey

    1. user-164872 | | #4

      Thanks ladies!  I think I'm going to have to make things up myself!  I've been taking patterns and altering them as I see fit.  But doesn't seem to be a lot for salsa or the performance types of costumes.  But, I'm still searching.  I seem to get lost in costumer's manifesto.  so many links.  I'll keep you posted!.

      1. mimi | | #5

        DQ:  I received an email yesterday from Simplicity and they had a dress in their Special Occassion section that might fit your search!  It was fitted through the bodice and had three skirt options:  short and ruffled, assymetrical/full and long/full.

        good luck!

        mimi

        1. user-164872 | | #8

          Thanks!  I'll check it out!

      2. aliceb | | #6

        Dancing Queen,
        I have links to several sites I've looked at for hints about constructing such costumes. My DD dances west coast swing where all they seem to wear are black pants--but one day she may branch out. Try: http://www.dancesportballgowns.com/sewing.html This gives directions in constructing a dress based on a leotard so the fit can be close and sultry. Although this is a ballroom gown I think the concepts would be adaptable. Seconed is http://www.lagassa.com/gowns/stepbystep.html describes constructing her gown is vivid detail.and finally.... http://www.lagassa.com/gowns/Good luck with your project,
        Alice

        1. user-164872 | | #7

          Wow - those are amazing links!  Just like what I'm looking for.  Thank you... I have lots of reading to do now. :) Yippie!

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