Vogue 8280 ( Roland Mouret dress)
Ooohh, I love sewing.
I finally finished my version of the famous Roland Mouret Galaxy dress today, and I could not wait to put the pictures up. I actually wore it to a birthday party today, and got exciting compliments. yippeee..
Sewing it really took a lot of effort, but I am happy because I have managed to learn how to attach lining to a dress. The sleeves and the flange were the most difficult for me to sew. hahaa..it got so bad at one point I almost chopped off my husband’s head due to frustration. Poor thing, he is really having the wrong end of my sewing experience.
I used a 100% wool fabric I got from a charity shop at a jaw dropping bargain. My husband actually liked the dress so much, he is even advocating i get a more expensive fabric and do the dress again. So, at least, I am getting recognition for all my pain.
so without boring you with more details, i present, THE GALAXY DRESS:
and my very modest effort:
The pattern is really good, but for people like us who have alot of baggage around the hip area, it is very tricky to get it right. I used the size 12 pattern for the top, and the size 14 pattern for the skirt, and the skirt came out a bit tight around the hips. Next time I will have to add more fabric to the hip section, or maybe use a stretchy fabric.
When I went to the party, I kept moving around, and praying someone would compliment the dress. Fortunately, one girl did, and as soon as she said that, I quickly informed her I made the dress myself…see…fishing for recognition…hahahaha…anyways, having another girl compliment the dress without knowing I made it has given me so much confidence about my sewing. I am now more convinced that I can actually pull off making my own wedding dress. I am still looking for the perfect style though.
So, what do you think of my humble effort at making the dress?
Oh you can TOTALLY do your own wedding dress! I would have NO IDEA where to even start! Maybe go to some shops and try on some styles and see what suits you?? Although that’s a problem in itself because it gets tempting to try to copy a dress you love but can’t afford… which will only end in tears because it’s impossible to replicate something like that.
Can’t wait to see more of your fab creations
This is *so* gorgeous on you! One of my favorite renditions of this dress that I’ve seen. The fabric choice is inspired and the cut is so great on you. I have this pattern but I feel pretty sure it’s not going to work well on me
Keep up the great work! (PS. Love your variation on the coffee dress too- I might have to try your version of the neck ruffle!)
Totally gorgeous! The fabric you chose lends such a pretty, demure feel to the dress. Simply fantastic work!
You really look amazing in this dress and it fits you so well and looks very tailored. I like the fact that your sleeves are just “puffy” enough and not too much. Perfect.