Review: Vogue 8797 | Hi-Low Hem Shirtdress
5:00 PM
Happy Shrove Tuesday!
This is the first pattern I've sewn from the new Vogue Patterns spring collection. It's 8797.
The description states: Loose-fitting top or dress has collar, yokes, back pleats, back longer than front and narrow hem. A: stitched hem on sleeves. B: sleeves with seam opening, pleats and button cuffs. Semi-fitted, tapered pants have waistband and side zipper. Purchased belt.
I wanted the back hem to have a slight bit of drama to it, so I extended the "low" hem by 3 inches.
And I also changed the buttonhole orientation from horizontal to vertical. I looked at shirtdresses on sites such as Net-A-Porter.com and studied the buttonholes on similar dresses they had available and the ALL had vertical buttonholes. I also decided to ask Mr. Google. In my research, I found that the reason that this pattern had horizontal buttonholes was (1) because it does not have a placket; and (2) because horizontal buttonholes stay buttoned more securely. But when deciding whether to place buttonholes horizontally or vertically, it's determined both by function and fashion. I choose "fashion". I thought the original design caused the shirtdress to look dated and not in a cool vintage-y sort of way.
I also added a double yoke to the back and finished off my seams with the serger.
I really like this pattern and the "hi-low" hemline is so on trend. I would LOVE to make one of these in several colors for spring. Who knows... if I get time, I may make this one in another color!
.JPG)
48 comments
The colours in that fabric pack a punch! And you pull them off so well. Interesting about the direction of the buttonholes - I had no idea!
ReplyDeleteI like that fabric! Your dress looks great especially with the extended hem. Do the fronts and back go from shoulder to hem, or is it a skirt joined to the top piece at the waist?
ReplyDeletePoppykettle, thanks! I found the buttonhole thing intriguing as well.
ReplyDeleteThere is not waist seam if that's what you're asking Marla. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThe colors really fit the season. Love your dress - I'm glad I picked up that pattern too.
ReplyDeleteI'm still not sold on the high/low hem but this dress is absolutely fantastic on you! You took a bland pattern added a dash of colorful fabric and huge cup of style and turned out a wonderful dress. I love it! And thanks for explaining about the buttonholes...that was really interesting.
ReplyDeleteFaye, I thought it was perfect for Fat Tuesday! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn, I had never given buttonhole orientation a lot of thought before this. But they seemed very odd on this particular draft. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colors and a great design shape to compliment the fabric choice. Love the hem.
ReplyDeleteOoh, ooh, ooh! I just love me some happy colors!
ReplyDeleteThat fabric is gorgeous, perfect choice for that pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks prttynpnk!
ReplyDeleteThanks Marysews!
ReplyDeleteThanks Opal!
ReplyDeleteI cannot believe how amazing this dress is! You are too gifted!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Jillian
www.nusophisticate.com
As usual you look amazing your legs look great!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jillian!
ReplyDeleteThanks Amanda!
ReplyDeleteAll your little tweaks and changes in the details take this dress from "home made" to "high fashion!"
ReplyDeleteThanks Karin! That was my goal!
DeleteLove the colour explosion! Another great example of your skill at taking what appears to be a "blah" pattern and making it great!
ReplyDeleteThanks AllisonC!
DeleteLove the mask!! You look like your ready for a mardi gras party!! The shoes are fabulous!!! Great job on the dress!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Leslie V!
DeleteLove this, Erica! One of my favorites on you! Beautiful and stunning!
ReplyDeleteThanks Gladys!
DeleteBeautiful colors! What a great way to update a shirtdress.
ReplyDeleteThanks Cidell!
DeleteI love this. I had this pattern in my hand Saturday and now I am more convinced that I need to add this to my collection. I can see this on your date nite. Wonderful job.
ReplyDeleteExtending the low hem is a winner! The added drama is very fitting with that print. You worked those shoes in very well too. I know you hear it a lot but you are very talented! There are many people who can sew but you know just how to tweak those patterns.
ReplyDeleteThanks sewrelax! So can I!
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot SilkyWrapsRoxy!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! The colors are so fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThanks lladybird!
ReplyDeleteI will dream of this dress tonight!!! You love beautiful!!! I want it!!
ReplyDeleteThanks majormusthaves!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the detail shot of the inside! I love the print. I have some prite cotton batist that wants to be a shirt dress... This is great inspirateion.
ReplyDeleteWelcome Grace! And that batiste sounds beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHi Erica,
ReplyDeleteI learnt that vertical buttonholes were a sign of mass production (it's easier to do buttonholes faster this way)
Horizontal ones are more secure, but take extra time to line up, as opposed to zipping down a plackett. (which I discovered was really easy and fun to do on an industrial buttonholer, but very boring after a few hours on it!)
I'm not sure what bespoke tailoring does, but I think everyone is just used to seeing vertical now, so much so that horizontal is deemed home-eccy.
Anyways, that's what I was told! :)
ps, I really love your cape!
Rah!, I can understand that vericals would be faster in mass production. And I definitely agree that they look "normal"! Thanks!
DeleteLove this pattern. Got it out to make the pants suit in a nice light color block! Great job on the dress!! Sick shoes - SICK!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful dress. Perfect fabric.
ReplyDeleteErica, thanks for sharing the buttonhole information. My mom always made them horizontal but there came a time when I noticed they were always vertical on ready-to-wear. I started making mine that way but have wondered about the reasoning that determined which was "correct." I have a pair of vintage buttonhole scissors which were obviously made to cut only horizontally.
ReplyDeleteAlso want to say that I love your blog and follow it religiously and apologize for not commenting more often.
Thanks Sherry!
ReplyDeleteGreat dress Erica. When I saw this pattern I didn't think it would work for me, being "vertically challenged." It looks great on you though and I love all that color. Nice job!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jeanettec!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful !!
ReplyDeleteThanks Abby!
Delete