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Oh, Deepika! I'm so sorry this pattern was a disappointment to you.- I know how frustrating that can be. And the sizing must be big because I have made an XS (which actually fits me, though rather tight) and a Small (which fits better) and I know I'm much larger than you!
9/2/02 7:14 PM
Deepika, I am sorry you had this negative experience.
9/2/02 7:30 PM
Deepika, so sorry that they didn't work for you. I also take a xs/s depending on a knit or woven in these pants. My first pair was in a knit and I had success. Six months later I then tried the zipper version and had to rip out the zipper twice before I got it right.
9/2/02 7:33 PM
Deepika, I feel so bad for you! Maybe, as you say, the style is not right for you. But I wear a small in these and you are way smaller than me. The elastic also makes a big difference. But I know how you feel. I made clown pants out of the Burda one seams and have never had the heart to go back to them.
9/2/02 7:35 PM
Deepika, the Loes Hinse pants patterns I tried did not work for me either. I always get trouble-free results with Burda/Neue Mode, which have a very different cut. As I mentioned in my reviews, the Loes Hinse pants are drafted like Stretch and Sew, which is also not quite right for my figure. While I could have (extensively) altered the Loes Hinse pants to be more Burda-like, I saw no reason to bother with it. I considered it a learning experience and went back home to Burda:). No pattern company can design clothing that fits every figure, so let's all be glad there is something for everyone.
9/2/02 8:09 PM
I have this pattern but haven't made it yet. My hips are 36" (and I generally wear 6p RTW) so it sounds l will have to go down to XXS. Does that sound right?
9/2/02 8:10 PM
Based on Mini's reviews of LH patterns, I think its better to ignore her measurements at the back of the pattern and instead measure the pattern itself and then decide which size works for you. Learn from my mistake ;-)
9/2/02 8:28 PM
Deepika, this is so sad. There's nothing worse than spending precious time on a disappointing sewing project. I haven't yet made the zip front version of these pants, but I will definitely err on the smaller side when I do, based on your helpful review. As a point of reference, my hips measure a good solid 38" and I wear an XS in the pullon version, adding just 1/4" to the front inseam.
9/2/02 9:17 PM
Too bad we can't get refunds on patterns (and our time and the fabric!) I have these cut out too, have not sewn them yet. Thanks for posting...hugs
9/2/02 9:51 PM
You guys are great! thanks for encouraging comments. Time to move on I guess. Actually I just finished making a silverware roll which I will review next.
9/2/02 11:58 PM
I have never been able to make a satisfactory correlation between measurements on any pattern jacket and the finished garment. So finally, I have learned to get out my tape measure and compare actual tissue measuremens and those of similar garments, or even my own body measurements. Often I have to really steel myself for this exercise, as I have bought into vanity sizing big time....
9/3/02 1:10 AM
Deepika, I just remade the European pants because I didn't like the way the first pair turned out. I cut the size up to medium as well and it was huge. I did not like the method for putting in the zipper but I liked the style. My change was to eliminate the front zipper and put the zipper on the side. I then lined them so that they no longer have a waistband. I am satisfied with the changes I made although I probably could have purchased the type of pattern I was looking for.
9/6/02 4:12 PM
Deepika, did you ever remake this pattern in a smaller size? I have had students of all shapes and sizes in my Euro Pant class and they've all been successful and flattering. I'm preparing for another class next week and was just wondering.....
8/2/03 11:19 PM
No Gigi, I kinda lost interest in this pattern when it did not work out the first time. Maybe I should try it again.
8/3/03 1:25 PM