Review: Simplicity 8058 | The Nautical-Style Skirt!
10:15 AM
So, I guess it's safe to say that I will probably make every piece in the Simplicity 8058 collection eventually. I'm still torn on the jacket. I don't know if the boxiness really suits, but I do like the idea of it. When spring finally arrives, I'll see if I'll have a place for it in my wardrobe as a topper.
After making the pants from this pattern which I absolutely love, I wanted to make the skirt. The high-waist a-line style is a bit different from my general silhouette which is pencil styles in both dresses and skirts. Every now and then, I like to venture off and make a flared style skirt. I don't like the idea of always being a one-trick (fashion) pony, so I'm always open to broadening my style options.
I wanted to get rid of my little over a yard amount of leftover stretch denim from making jeans and this skirt was the perfect project. I cut the size 14 and added 3" to the length. If you're leggy, it's short so take that into consideration. It's also high-waist... very high-waist. It sits about 4.5" above the waistline. If you're short-waisted, this may not work for you. Or if you're thicker through the middle, measure carefully and adjust accordingly because it's really fitted.
I omitted the front tabs and just added 6 buttons instead. And just like the pants, this skirt is designed to have an exposed center back zipper.
Styling tip: I'm in love with lacing detail right now, so I paired this little white "dress", c/o of Shein.com. It's way shorter than I would ever be comfortable wearing as a dress, so I wore it as a tucked in blouse. And I carried the lacing detail down to the shoes with my gray Nine West 'Kenie' Gladiator Sandals.
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23 comments
You look fabulous! It's not often I see an A-line skirt that is va-va-voom. I didn't see the potential in the pattern envelope styling or the technical drawing. Now I wonder if I should try sewing up a sailor skirt.
ReplyDeleteThanks Camomile!
DeleteFantastic skirt...great tip on leaving out the front panel. I can't wait to see how you make that boxy jacket work. I was concerned about it and the asymmetry of the entire look. Thanks for the review.
ReplyDeleteThe idea of the jacket is still up in the air. Who knows how I'll be inspired by warm weather. Thanks Andrea!
DeleteGreat skirt! I personally love A-line and flared skirts, they just suit me a lot better I think. Your styling is great, so much better than the envelope!
ReplyDeleteI'm really a pencil skirt girl. But I like this one. It'll get a lot of wear over the spring and summer. Thanks Nathalie!
DeleteBeautiful skirt, I just ordered that pattern.
ReplyDeleteIt's a good wardrobe pattern. Thanks Lori!
DeleteFantastic result -- and I love the styling! You know I'm a sucker for your sailor looks. For example, the Hot Patterns Sailor Pants -- I still have that pattern and your rendition started it all!
ReplyDeleteThat was a favorite too! Thanks Pam!
DeleteThis pattern goes straight to my shopping bag! I also love the pants and the jacket's design!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tany!
DeleteBeautiful ensemble - love the skirt and I love how you paired it with the Shein blouse (dress). You have such a lovely figure, tall and slim, that I think you could definitely pull off that boxy jacket!
ReplyDeleteThe more I think about it, the more I'm pretty sure I'll make it. I love a white jacket for warmer months! Thanks so much Tomasa!
DeleteSimply Beautiful:)
ReplyDeleteThanks Lora!
DeleteI'm so happy you made the skirt! It looks great. Right after seeing your pants from this pattern I went to the store and bought it for myself. I was wondering how the skirt would look sewn up and now I know. I just have to get busy making it myself.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jennifer!
DeleteIt is very flattering! I love the high waist it really shows a woman's curves! Who would've thought an A line skirt could be sexy. I want this pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ines!
DeleteYou skirt really appeals to my obsession with all things nautical! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Margo!
DeleteLove this skirt! Nice fit and change up from pencil skirts.
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