07.16.09 outfit
[ 07.16.09 | midsummer, fifties style. ]
- Top: refashioned from this
- Shorts: made by me
- Bracelet + Earrings: thrifted, MET Museum store
- Shoes: Chinese Laundry; ebay
If you keep up with my Twitter, you probably noticed that yesterday was a Designated Sewing Day. It was also quite hot and humid, so combining the activity and weather, something light and comfortable seemed in order! (Also something that I could sprawl around the floor in; I tend to have things spread out and about while in the midst of a sewing project.) Ironically, considering what I was doing, both the shorts and top were sewn by me. hehe!
The top is actually a refashion of one of a knit top I made last year. I wasn’t wearing the top very much and had gotten tired of it taking up room in my closet. Plus, I had been looking at pictures of vintage swim suits from the 1950s, admiring the glamorous strapless styles! I cut down the top and shirred the center front to give it the feel of the styles of swim suit bodices from the era. Not exactly, but close enough (and a free project! lol). I’ve been wearing it a ton–it’s so comfy!
I’m afraid I won’t have a formal inspiration post today… I have to admit I’ve been spending all week catching up on my blog roll and Flickr, and thus don’t feel prepared to do a satisfying post per the usual! I feel so awful… hopefully no one will miss it this week? Just in case, here are a handful of fun links–enjoy!
- One of my favorite Flickr contacts has a lovley new blog–hurrah!
- I had just been musing on the very topic of sewing on a budget, and Lauren wrote about it.
- Solanah revealed the secret to wearing snazzy vintage glasses!
Now I am going back to my sewing (and cooking–I have a ton of both to do today!). Have a lovely, fun weekend, dears!
Posted on July 17th, 2009 to outfits, weekly inspiration.
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the alice project »22 lovely thoughts to “07.16.09 outfit”
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catherine_sr. says:
I checked out the “before” photos of your top on Flickr and love how many permutations it’s been through! This one is great… you did such a great job with the sweetheart neckline.
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maria says:
You look so very lovely!! The refashioned top and the shorts you made are wonderful!
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Franca says:
Such a sweet outfit! you look adorable! I really like your hair and make up too!
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Sal says:
If I could wolf-whistle over the Internet, I’d TOTALLY do it.
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Lizzy says:
Oh, I just love the outfit. Those yellow shorts are adorable, I try to never be seen in shorts (because I’m not a fan of my thighs
) but shorts that cute would be worth it. And I love the top, reminds me of the black and white stripe famous Barbie swimsuit. Makes me wish I wasn’t rubbish at sewing.
Happy sewing and cooking! -
Maegan says:
Wow!! Can you say HOT?
Haha…Love them both, they’re adorable and PERFECT for this hot weather we’ve been having! -
Poke Salad Annie says:
those shorts are absolutely perfect! bravo!
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Shayla says:
I wish I were brave enough to wear a top like that! so cute!
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Sam says:
those shorts fit you so perfectly… i love them. and the top was an excellent refashion, great improvement!
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Amanda Nicole says:
I adore this little outfit! Looks like the perfect way to beat the heat, and look great doing it!
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Lagelle says:
Sassy mama, so talented U are! cann’t wait 2 ur add some of ur vintage inspired garments 2 ur shop btw come visit http://www.lagelledailydose.blogspot.com
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jen says:
cute!! i love it! reminds me of this 50s bathing suit pattern i have, i’ll have to show you sometime. (haven’t uploaded it to flickr yet!)
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Rhiannon says:
You and your handmade shorts!! Any pair of high waisted shorts would be amazing, but yellow!!? They’re so cute.
Still excited to see the new sewing projects.
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Sharla says:
Oh how lovely, I absolutely love it! Your such an inspiration, I’ve been reading your blog for a while (I’ve just been too shy to comment!)This is too cute!
God bless~
Sharla~ -
Aya says:
You amaze me by how talented you are with crafts! You look so beautiful
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Little Rascal says:
Well done honey!
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Alexandra says:
You are so fun and inspiring. What a great blog you have! I adore vintage—my style is a little bit different (i’m more a 60s/70s gal)—but I just love seeing all the sassy cute things you come up with. Can I also just say your blog design is amazing? I have major blog envy here….have a fabulous weekend!
*: )
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Andi B. Goode says:
I think everyone else has said what I wanted to about the shorts! They’re also a fab colour.
And thank-you for the link! I feel so privileged to have you say I’m one of your favourite flickr contacts. =D
-Andi <3 -
lauren winter says:
oh you look gorgeous! and great links – I especially love the one of sewing on a budget, tips we all could use in the recession.
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Nancy Solla says:
What a great outfit! I love wearing black with brights, and this really works. You probably said this somewhere, but what pattern did you use for the shorts? I’m looking for a pattern like this and just love these.
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Mars says:
You look lovely! I love the yellow shorts and those sandals, too!
P.S. I’m hosting a WeLoveColors tights giveaway on my blog if you fancy that kind of thing
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Fleur says:
Oh Casey those shorts are nothing short (ho ho) of spectacular! I love them, you look totally fab!
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