First of all, when I start seeing trends cycle back around in the period I've been blogging, perhaps I've been blogging too long! The iconic Galaxy Dress from Roland Mouret took the fashion world by storm back in 2005. It was seen on every single female celebrity - almost! Well, for the ten year anniversary, Roland Mouret has re-released the Galaxy Ten Collection.
In 2006, Vogue Patterns released their version - V8280. This pattern was so popular that currently not only is it out-of-print, it's unvailable for purchase. I'm happy I saved mine!
Here's my version from 2006. I remember the construction being taxing. I don't know if it was a difficult pattern or if it was just where I was in my sewing journey. My dress has long left my closet. I wasn't happy with my fabric choice. I was still learning the art of marrying fabric and pattern. I chose a wool flannel. It was too heavy, too hot and just didn't wear well. If I make this pattern over, here's what I would do differently:
- Go down a size or probably adjust the pattern size I currently have.
- Choose a lightweight stretch wool suiting.
- Choose a stretch lining fabric.
- Lengthen the skirt to a midi length, like the runway version.
- And peg in the bottom of the skirt 4" smaller than the largest point of my hip measurement.
With this anniversary release, Roland Mouret offered variations on the design. I really like this peplum top.
And I love this jumpsuit and how easily the Vogue 8280 bodice can be added to pant bottom.
I don't know when I'll get around to making this, and since the sleeve is dramatic, it may be spring so no coat will have to hide them!
Halle Berry took it to the next level!!
ReplyDeleteShe sure did!
DeleteIt's been in and out of my "next up" queue for years! Glad it's coming around again so I might finally get on it.
ReplyDeleteI want to get to another one too!
DeleteI love the Galaxy Dress! I've saved tonnes of pics that I've found of the original designer dress... and I have the V8280 pattern too. One day I want to make a couple of them in black and also the petrol-blue/Teal colour :-)
ReplyDeleteI definitely want to re-do my black one.
DeleteMine has also left my closet.... as a dress. I'd made it out of a non-stretch fine wool but, sadly, wasn't happy with the fit around neckline. Still, because the wool was so fine, couldn't bear to part with it. Last winter finally I made an executive decision and turned it into a skirt! Love the skirt. As I still have the pattern, who knows, I might love a two-piece with a peplum version too. Eventually.
ReplyDeleteThat was a great idea with the peplum. And so is the jumpsuit.
DeleteAh yes...I remember that dress and the Vogue pattern. That was already 9 years ago??? Wow - time flies. Anyway, you look lovely in the first version and I am sure you will make a beautiful dress next time.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tomasa!
Delete10 years! I haven't yet made this one up though I do have the pattern (and see, it IS good to buy the patterns when you first want them and not hold off until they are out of print!) Thanks for all the great tips to make this dress better. I'll be sure to follow your recommendations for some stretch to the fabric & lining.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with yours!
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