Fifties Re-visited a Modern Interpretation

I don't even have words to express how much I like this.

found fashiongonerogue

images from Vogue China March 2012

Fall Inspiration

I'm sure to the true fashionista this post is very late. These Dolce & Gabbana images are in the fashion magazines - and I'm sure, all over the web.
I have a hard time wrapping my head around fall fashion until it is actually Fall. So...
I am finding several looks from this collection inspiring. First, the little suit. I plan to wear mine with a top.
Last fall I wanted to make a Chanel- inspired jacket and didn't get to it. So I'm moving it up near the top of my sewing queue.

::Chanel inspired jacket- check

And then... in several colors? I don't really see that happening, but aren't they pretty?

Ahhh... great print and pattern. Love the dress.

this photo was blurred for a more realistic dream like appearance

I had to include these images. When I saw them I was reminded of a dream I had in high school on more than one occasion, with slight variations in detail.
I am in the hallway going to class. My mood can be described as happy, buoyant even. I speak to all my friends as I pass, and things are just peachy, until I feel a slight breeze on my nearly bare derriere. That's right -I forgot to put on my pants. I look down and sure enough -I'm in my underwear. Predictably this is the point where my peers notice that I came to school in my panties. No one ever notices until I do, weird. The rest of the dream usually involves some elaborate plot to clothe myself before everyone notices.
Maybe the Dolce & Gabbana models won't look down, and will never have to know that they did the whole second half of the session in their skivvies.

burda wof august edition

A fabulous slim cut dress, with a gathered neckline and short raglan sleeves.

I couldn't resist this issue when I saw these photos. Any anthro lovin' girl could have found herself in the same predicament.

Seriously, we have delicate chiffon meeting rustic tweed.

Another version of the pencil skirt, this time with a raised waist and tiny waist pleats. sigh...

A trench coat with a capelet and gentle hem flounce. According to the pattern book it lends this trench a feminine, fanciful flair. You had me at the flounce.
Oh burda, you so have my number.

Inspiration

All of these images are J.Crew. I am enjoying the use of unusual fabric. It reminds me of vintage sofas - in a good way. I have some of this unusual fabric in my stash. So I was on a quest for the perfect pencil skirt pattern. After several attempts I am happy to report I think I've found it!! So, in my next post I'll share the skirts that didn't make the cut, and then the one that did.

Hello Spring

Hey Spring, I remember you. It's been awhile.

inspiration photo from the movie The Edge of Love

Now I can put away those winter sweaters, although I have to confess I will miss tights.

I am comforted with the thought that out come the vintage spring dresses.

Sewing Green

I just ordered this book by Betz White.
Projects made with re purposed & organic materials.

This photo is what clinched the decision. I have a huge weakness for inspiration boards. I feel it is an art form unto itself.
The Purl Bee has some additional photos if you're wanting a peek inside.

Sigh...

I have been busy. I actually have several things to share. No, these are not mine (I wish). But you can find them at Squint. I'll leave you with this incredible eye candy and crack out the camera tomorrow.