Sunday 30 January 2011

Vogue 1179, DKNY dress

I made my first version of this pattern last year (blogged about here). Every time I’ve worn it (and it’s been a lot) my DH has said “oh, that looks nice”. It’s one of those dresses that’s perfect to have in the wardrobe for those occasions when you’re not sure what to wear. So, I had to make another one -

The fabric for this latest one is a rayon lycra knit – it’s softer and drapier than my original version, which was made from a double-knit, but it still works very well. I like the muted autumnal colours and thought that the print had a Missoni look to it. So I have a ‘DKNY meets Missoni’ dress for not a lot of money!

There’s not a lot to tell you about this pattern, other than to say that I followed the directions pretty much as written and they worked for me. I particularly like that the instructions tell you to finish the armholes with clear elastic – it really does stop them from stretching out and gaping.

Talking of DKNY I have just bought this pattern, Vogue 1221, which is also a DKNY design.

But this one definitely isn’t going to be so fast or easy. I’ve taken a look at the instructions and the pattern pieces and was intrigued to see that the front bodice, front skirt and the waist drape is just one very strangely shaped piece, with all sorts of tucks and pleats. Phew! Hopefully, when the time comes, I shall be up to the challenge – I’m planning to give it a go later in the year. I love the style.

In the meantime I’m about to make the Hot Patterns ‘Uptown Downtown Dress’. So, more about that soon ……

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45 comments:

  1. liza jane30 January 2011 at 07:39

    I love the colors and print, too. It looks great on you.

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  2. Trudy30 January 2011 at 07:54

    I agree. You can't have too many of this dress. You look gorgeous. Love the fabric.

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  3. Anonymous30 January 2011 at 08:15

    I forgot about this pattern! It went on my to do list the first time that you made it! I love it...still!

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  4. Karin30 January 2011 at 08:17

    This dress style looks good on you and I imagine must be comfortable as well, two qualities that don't always go together! So, all the better. The pattern you picked up is really pretty. I can't wait to see which fabric you choose.

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  5. Beth (SunnyGal Studio)30 January 2011 at 08:30

    That dress looks fantastic, and don't you love to use a pattern twice, (or more) I am intrigued by that Vogue as well.

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  6. Heather30 January 2011 at 08:36

    Love your DKNY dress, I have the pattern and I'm going to have to take another look at it.

    I also just bought the new DKNY you showed, but I haven't had the guts to look at the construction yet! This will definitely be one that I make a muslin for.

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  7. Faye Lewis30 January 2011 at 08:42

    There you go again in a beautiful new dress. I swear you were made for dresses.

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  8. Lisa30 January 2011 at 08:46

    I love your dress is gorgeous , I haven't the arms for it or I'd make it in a flash lol !

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  9. Lori30 January 2011 at 09:24

    Another great dress.

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  10. knitmachinequeen (KMQ)30 January 2011 at 09:32

    Okay. You've convinced me that I have to add this to my stash! You look fantastic.

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  11. Amanda S.30 January 2011 at 09:44

    Love it! I'm on the fence about that new DNKY pattern and am waiting until someone makes it up before I purchase.

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  12. Anonymous30 January 2011 at 10:18

    I think you make this dress look better than the pattern model. And it looks sooo comfortable. Oh dear, another one to add to the list...

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  13. JoanneM30 January 2011 at 10:32

    This looks great. Love this pattern.....might have to check it out.

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  14. Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)30 January 2011 at 11:14

    What a great comfortable dress! You look smashing in it!

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  15. MushyWear30 January 2011 at 12:03

    Another wonderful addition to your wardrobe! When your photo popped up, Missoni is immediately what I thought of. A very nice look for you!

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  16. Vanessa30 January 2011 at 12:08

    This is a great dress Eugenia! And you are right, I'm sure you can throw this one on anytime and feel fabulous! I love pieces you can dress up or down with relatively easily!

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  17. BendingPins.com30 January 2011 at 12:32

    I love your dress (Vogue 1179) best in black and I want to purchase Vogue's other DKNY dress #1221 as well, I love how it hides a plethora of bodily sins.

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  18. Victoria30 January 2011 at 12:34

    Super cute dress Lady! You look hip and sassy in this number (smile)!

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  19. Anonymous30 January 2011 at 12:37

    I think it is sooooo cute. This one seems fun and funky while the black one is more sophisticated. I am sure you will get a lot of wear out of both.

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  20. Toby Wollin30 January 2011 at 13:05

    Great dress; looks fab on you but (cue sound effect of me grinding my teeth), NO SLEEVES. Fabulous dress for the winter if made in sweater knit but...no sleeves. Donna Karen lives in New York City. She understands that the weather gets cold and people work in places where the heat is inadequate or it's drafty. Why no sleeves?????

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  21. meli88a30 January 2011 at 13:40

    This is a fantastic dress. I am looking forward to your take on that second design as well -- it will look fabulous on you.

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  22. Dei30 January 2011 at 14:36

    Very cute. You are working it with those boots!

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  23. SEWN30 January 2011 at 14:48

    I don't know how you made that dress look better than the pattern model, but you did! Gorgeous. I love it in a print even more than a solid!

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  24. Shari30 January 2011 at 17:38

    Great looking dress...love the boots to! Thanks for stoping by my blog :)

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  25. Andrea30 January 2011 at 19:18

    I loved this dress the first time you made it, and now you have me wanting to go out and get the pattern. You did a lovely job and it looks great on you.

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  26. Monica D30 January 2011 at 20:17

    NICE!

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  27. Jacquie31 January 2011 at 04:19

    Another fabulous version of this dress! Loved your black one, and it looks great with the boots.

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  28. senaSews31 January 2011 at 07:07

    Beautiful dress. I love your fabric choice!

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  29. Gail31 January 2011 at 18:25

    You are the Queen of the dress. I like this version better than the first. And I liked the first so much that I bought the pattern.

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  30. Anonymous1 February 2011 at 08:27

    I like this version! The drapier fabric looks very nice on you and that print is to die for lovely. What I don't believe is that it's warm enough in your neck of the woods to be standing outside without a sweater :)

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  31. The Slapdash Sewist1 February 2011 at 14:10

    This is a great look for you! My boyfriend rarely comments on what I wear, and when he does it's usually something he's already said he likes. I always assume those are my best looks!

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  32. gwensews1 February 2011 at 16:32

    That dress looks fantastic on you! Love the print.

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  33. wendy2 February 2011 at 15:03

    You have inspired me to order the pattern - it looks great. I hope it's as easy as you say!

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  34. Highland Monkey's2 February 2011 at 17:13

    You have made a gorgoooouus dress. Not that I'm jealous or anything!

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  35. Katie3 February 2011 at 04:32

    Another beautiful dress!!!

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  36. Cennetta4 February 2011 at 08:53

    Very cute dress and flattering as well. I like the vogue dress too. Please give us all the details when you make it.

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  37. Anonymous5 February 2011 at 19:44

    I just love this fabric. It makes for an absolutely fabulous second version of this dress.

    What do you wear over top of it during this chilly weather? Cardi, jacket?

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  38. Eugenia6 February 2011 at 10:55

    Thanks to everyone for your nice comments!
    To A Sewn Wardrobe - I have been wearing a cardigan over it. I have two cardis that go well with this - one is grey and the other is a raspberry colour that picks up one of the colours of the print very well. I was being very brave (or foolhardy!) posing outside for the photo without anything over the top of it - it's been cold here!

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  39. Laura Nash8 February 2011 at 16:58

    Great dress! The first thing I noticed about 1221 is the model has a completely flat rear! Wish I were so lucky...very cute dress.

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  40. a little sewing10 February 2011 at 13:19

    that style looks so nice on you!

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  41. Lynne11 February 2011 at 13:41

    Super cute dress, Eugenia. I really like it styled with the tights and boots.

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  42. Myra14 February 2011 at 03:17

    I sooo agree with you on the cowl neck DKNY dress! I've made it a couple of times & plan on making a couple more. Yours is very nice! I really like the fabric you chose! Just beautiful!

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  43. amber15 March 2011 at 10:51

    Yeah, I really really need that dress in my closet! Love the print, love the styling. Beautiful!

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