Sunday, November 6, 2011

Gray pinstripe wool dress - updated pictures

The weather has cooled off here in Texas and I decided to wear this dress for the first time today for church. It didn't fit last year because I was nursing my baby, but now is just right.

I took out the top hook and eye from the neckline to let the collar relax a bit. Beforehand the sides of the collar were sticking up in a weird manner.

I opted for no cardigan today as it was pretty mild outside and this dress is made from wool suiting. I froze! Which is making me doubt the 100% wool label on the fabric bolt. Next time I will take a wrap!

BTW, per the discussion in my last post, I hope you all do not think I am walking around Target or the grocery in high healed pumps. I only wear those for pictures, occasional date nights, church or special occasions. Just wanted to clear that up!
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28 comments:

  1. LisaNovember 6, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    You look so beautiful Amanda , your dress is exceptional. Perfect for church .

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  2. LisaNovember 6, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    ps I love the red shoes with this dress.

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  3. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    You look great with this dress and as Lisa said, lovely shoes.

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  4. Jen SNovember 6, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Amanda that is one very lovely looking dress- and fits you perfectly. Love the pinstripes, so classic and very classy! Gorgeous shoes also- great colour.

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  5. annieNovember 6, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Matching shoes and lipstick. Perfect with that lovely dress.

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  6. angie.aNovember 6, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Love love love this!! You look beautiful!

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  7. celkaleeNovember 6, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    Your dress is lovely, I like the collar modification. And of course, any lady in red shoes is a winner!

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  8. LoriNovember 6, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Looks fantastic, very classic and chic.

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  9. EugeniaNovember 6, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    I really love the way that you have used a business like pinstripe fabric for a style that has such nice feminine details. The overall effect is very sleek and pretty. You judged the fit perfectly!

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  10. KatherineNovember 6, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    This makes me want to run out and BUY FABRIC. It is just so nice!

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  11. SEWNNovember 6, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Gorgeous dress. The fit is spot on!

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  12. JennyNovember 6, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Super pretty dress! Looks so very expensive.

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  13. JuliaNovember 6, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    The collar is much cuter this way! Nice touch!

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  14. katherine hNovember 6, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    That collar detail is really cute. Love it!

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  15. Marie'November 6, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    adorable! you look great.

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  16. senaSewsNovember 7, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    Beautiful and elegant dress. And it suits you perfectly.

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  17. Annie @ The Village HaberdasheryNovember 7, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    I absolutely love this - I think it's one of my favourite garments you've made. And the styling is just perfect. Gorgeous!

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  18. KyleNovember 7, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    I made this dress last summer. I had it in stash for a while but seeing your post last year confirmed I needed to make it!

    I kept the eye and hook at the upper back collar which lead one of my coworkers to tell me that the zipper isn't zipped up all the way. Um, it is....but I see that eliminating the eye/hook like you did would resolve that problem.

    I used your tute for invisible zips and lining up bands yesterday--thanks!

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  19. VanessaNovember 7, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    Amanda, everything you make is so fabulous, this being no exception! I love coming to your blog and reading what you are up to. This is a very nice dress, and it looks perfect on you!

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  20. sonoemiNovember 7, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    You look great! A perfect dress for the church - very chic and elegant!
    I like the combination of fabrics for men and feminine dresses cut.

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  21. Kitty CoutureNovember 7, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    You look wonderful and lovely - as always!
    Love the red shoes with your adorable dress.

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  22. CarolNovember 7, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Hmmmm, looking at this pattern as I am a "square" with narrow hips as well and this looks great on you! I need a "Sunday" dress and I think you hit the nail on the head! Beautiful Job!!

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  23. LynnebNovember 8, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    I can't think of a more perfect basic dress. I love that you did it in a gray pinstripe. And I love that it has a retro sort of feeling to it. Beautiful, Amanda!

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  24. a little sewingNovember 8, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    I am so impressed with this dress and I love it with the red shoes. But then, I am always impressed with your work, and you do wear some cute shoes!

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  25. The Slapdash SewistNovember 10, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    You look gorgeous as usual! THe shoes are just the perfect touch for that outfit.

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  26. kathyNovember 10, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    You always look so put together I made the assumption you drove the kids around in the high heels and hit the grocery store running in them as well.
    This suiting dress is gorgeous on you. Very good fit.

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  27. CennettaNovember 11, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Beautiful dress. Perfect fit.

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  28. House of PinheiroNovember 18, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    Amazing! WOWWWW

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