This is a story about a simple dress, that’s simple to make and simple to wear – Xerea by Paulinealice patterns.
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| The pockets really make it. |
Talk about busy days – so making Xerea with no zippers, buttons or closures was a lovely way to chill.
Pauline sent this pattern to me as a gift.
This isn’t a fitted style and this version is my test version using size 38.
A-line dresses are a classic style and this has a 60s feel to it.
I did a roll shoulder adjustment and left the back as it. The dress length is as per the pattern.
The shoulder line is a bit short as these sleeves seem to ride to high on this version. It’s ok Pauline, I’ve adjusted this on my next dress.
I was very tempted to start overworking this dress to get a more definted waist but in the end I took in the the front seams in by 1cm for a better front fit.
This is my ‘not to be messed around’ look.
I’ve worn this version to work a couple of times now it’s really functional, comfortable and let’s me get on with the day while not feeling constrained. Love those pockets.
I bought this fabric recently from Pitt Trading to make a 60s costume and I still have plenty work with.
There’s a lined Xerea that I’ll show you next time.
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