I made this dress some time during the summer last year. I drafted it using my standard sloper and used a really beautiful Egyptian cotton, I bought in a fabric shop in Oslo on my last visit.
I love having an interesting neckline, without actually having a neckline. It's kind of a little like a tromp l'oeil effect. I cinched in the waist by tying a ribbon through a channel along the waist. This makes the dress really comfortable for summer but it still doesn't look too boxy. And in the back I left open a large slit, so I can fit my head through the neck opening and attached a little button at the top.
Inspiration: So many sweetheart necklines and beautiful Colette Macarons everywhere.
Pattern: My own
Fabric: Egyptian printed flower cotton and black cotton.
Notions: 1 button from my stash
Time to Complete: ~ 7-8 hours including drafting
First Worn: Summer 2012
Wear Again: I wear this dress loads and have started adapting it for the colder seasons with a turtleneck and tights. It works.
Total Cost: ~ 8-10 €
