Vogue Patterns: 1312 (Misses Dress)  - Type:Dresses  | | Viewed 726 times
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| Pattern Description: (from pattern envelope) Pullover dress has close-fitting, self-lined bodice, raised waist, seamed skirt...
Pattern Sizing: 8-16 in one envelope
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Very clear and easy instructions.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love how comfortable it is to wear, the simplicity of the silhouette, yet it's edgy as well, without being over the top. Very versatile - can go from casual to dressy.
It's also a well-drafted pattern - everything went together very smoothly.
Fabric Used: I used a woven with just a bit of stretch to it. The content is an unknown blend - very nice feel and drape, and a bit heavy ("winter weight"). I was concerned that it would be too heavy and drag the dress down, but it's stable enough that it isn't a problem.
I used a bemberg rayon with a bit of stretch to line the bodice.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I made my usual shoulder adjustments (narrow, sloping, forward). I also added 1/2" to the neckline - my bra straps would have shown if I hadn't. Anyone with 'average' or wide shoulders would probably be fine with the pattern as drafted. I shortened the lower skirt by 4", and I'm happy with the length on my 5'4" bod.
A note about shortening (or lengthening) this pattern: The pattern pieces show several areas to adjust the length, on both the upper skirt and the lower skirt. If you try to adjust the length on the upper skirt, this throws the dimensions of the lower skirt off, so test it before cutting your precious fabric! The MUCH easier solution (and what I did) is to simply adjust the length on the lower skirt only.
Here is a picture of the upper skirt attached to the bodice
The lower skirt is all rectangles sewn together - MUCH easier to adjust the length simply by adding or subtracting at the lower hem.
I did not add a zipper, because my fabric has a bit of stretch. Even my muslin (Just the bodice - made from a woven) was easy to get on over my head. I think if I were to make a more form-fitted version from a woven I would add the zipper, otherwise, there is enough ease to get away without one.
I also added pockets (because I love pockets!). I did a separate blog post here detailing how I added the side seam pockets (a tutorial with lots of pictures!)
Side Seam Pocket
Front View
For more pictures and details, please feel free to visit
my blog post
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I plan on making a summery version out of a lighter weight woven - maybe linen. It's a great dress, and yes indeed, if you like this style I highly recommend the pattern!
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Awesome pose!
1/10/13 4:10 PM
You rock! I have the pattern but it's not out of the envelope yet - maybe for (my) summertime
1/10/13 4:37 PM
Stunning!
1/10/13 5:05 PM
I love your dress - it really suits you. You may very well become a dress convert. Love the pose.
1/10/13 5:20 PM
I LOVE IT!!!
1/10/13 5:23 PM
Amazing pose and great dress! Thanks for the pocket tute! I love pockets too!
1/10/13 5:26 PM
That's just terrific! Looks perfect on you.
1/10/13 5:30 PM
Love this and the idea of one for summer out of linen.
1/10/13 5:35 PM
This dress and style look wonderful on you. Love it!
1/10/13 5:37 PM
Stunning and elegant, but the pockets got me. Gotta have it.
1/10/13 6:06 PM
Hahahahahahahah. Love your picture!
1/10/13 6:12 PM
By George, I think you've got it! Expression and all! Beautiful dress. I don't know how you kept a straight face.
1/10/13 7:05 PM
Beautiful. And I just giggled at the picture!
1/10/13 7:26 PM
I love both your pose and the dress. Well done! Your pose reminds me of photos I've seen of the modern dancer Martha Graham.
1/10/13 7:44 PM
It looks wonderful but is it heavy to wear? Great blog entry, too.
1/10/13 7:58 PM
Thank you for the fun comments everyone! Sewbehind after climbing up on the window ledge in those shoes believe me I had a serious face! ;D. Sewiing Sue it's quite comfy - not too heavy to wear at all (at least not in a chilly winter!)
1/10/13 8:46 PM
Great looking dress! Love your picture.
1/10/13 8:48 PM
Wow Jilly - dramatic for sure! What a great dress !!
1/10/13 9:04 PM
Extra kudos for Rockin' the pose!
1/10/13 9:30 PM
A great rendition!!
1/10/13 11:55 PM
this is really the coolest dress, and you do it well....also great pocket idea and tutorial. thanks
1/11/13 4:00 AM
Wonderful dress! Vogue did a great disservice to this pattern, IMHO, when they chose such an artsy photo to "sell" it. Although I can appreciate "the pose" I appreciate even more your photos showing what it looks like on a real person standing up! It's actually very wearable and probably less complicated than I originally thought. So now to find suitable fabric and ,at 4 - 5 yards, affordable. I, too, am short and never gave this dress a second look but you have shown me the way!
1/11/13 7:28 AM
Your dress looks fantastic and you look amazing!!!
1/11/13 8:26 AM
Love this dress
1/11/13 11:01 AM
Oh Man, you made laugh!!! Love the dress.
1/11/13 11:14 AM
Love your photo! Thanks for the giggles. :D
1/11/13 12:34 PM
Nice dress!!!
1/11/13 1:12 PM
Love the dress and the pose! The dress makes your waist look teeny tiny (or maybe it really is and this just shows it off)! Looks great on you.
1/11/13 2:26 PM
Comfy-looking and very stylish. Excellent review!
1/11/13 2:35 PM
The dress is wonderful. Love your sense of humor and the necklace is great also. I didn't see any jewelry on the web site you listed. Does he have another one for jewelry? Thanks
1/11/13 2:58 PM
magoe if you go to Don's blog, click on his web site - his jewelry is available in his Etsy store. I just looked, and he has very little available right now, so I guess you need to be patient....
1/11/13 3:16 PM
Love this on you. Thank goodness the sides don't stick out like that permanently. :) It is flattering ...very flatttering style. Who knew from the pose on the pattern. Your necklace is terrific! Ditto..."A dress to be joyful in" another wrote. I think I might just have to get this for a summer dress!
1/11/13 3:16 PM
http://www.etsy.com/shop/urbandon - link to Urbandon's Etsy shop :) (so you don't have to jump through hoops!)
1/11/13 3:22 PM
Love the dress. Thanks for the info on your blog. The dress is on my sewing table but I will add me some pockets.
1/12/13 3:12 PM
The BEST review ever....
1/23/13 2:31 PM