Review: McCall's 6348 | Cut it out!
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The cutout trend is pretty big this season. There are slivers of skin peeking out in every direction (i.e. back, waist, midriff, chest and probably the easiest -- the shoulders).
For my way of embracing this trend, I decided to go with McCall's 6348, view A. Which seemed an easy enough way, because this dress is no more than a strapless dress with a shoulder attachment... in my opinion.
I used this great jersey fabric from Mood.com that's medium weight yet drapey and has a pretty decent recovery. For a woman that used to fear color and floral prints, I'll say that I stepped WAAAAAYYYYY outside of my comfort zone with this. A "daring" design and an explosion of color!
McCall's 6348 is another one of those awesome patterns that has the cup sizes. I cut the size 14 D at the shoulders and graded to a size 16 from the waist down. I probably could've gone with a full 14, but I didn't want the dress to be scandalously clingy. And I added three inches to the length. Being that the dress already had a good deal of exposed skin on the top, I didn't want it to be a mini. Got to know when to say "when".
To prevent any gaping, I stabilized the hems at the cutout. And I also tacked the front yoke to the bodice at the points where they meet. I wasn't convinced that it would stay in place without me doing so.
The front of the dress has horizontal dart and the back has a yoke and princess seams.
For an extra touch of pizzazz, I added an exposed zipper using this tutorial at Threads magazine.
And FYI: this dress is "bra-friendly". But I found that a demi-style bra worked best for me. A regular cut bra peeked out.
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112 comments
Wowza! Love that print and the style on you! Fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThanks Carolyn!
DeleteReally like this alot! The exposed zipper is what makes it go into 'wonderful territory' for me!
ReplyDeleteThanks Asiyah!
DeleteThe printed fabric you used here is fabulous, I love it with the cut out! Good idea with stabilizing the cut out shape, droopy is never fun! I'd definitely add to the hem too to balance it out!
ReplyDeleteThanks Bri!
DeleteThis is a superb dress, so flattering on you. what a great fit and inspired fabric. I am definitely going to make a note of this number!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jo!
DeleteThis is just stunning on you - I too would probably shy away from such a bold print, but seeing this dress on you could really tempt me.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the link for the exposed zipper - I really want to have a go before they go out of fashion.
Thanks piddly!
DeleteLove the bold colors of this dress, and that back photo showing the exposed zipper is so fierce!
ReplyDeleteLove every single thing about this dress, from the print to the cutout to the exposed zipper! This is a definite showstopper!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sherita!
DeleteI love this dress on you! Everything is spot on. The print, the fit, the smooth construction. You look *amazing* in this dress.
ReplyDeleteThanks Karin!
DeleteAbsolutely LOVE this, even with the fabric alone, I was like WOW. This fabric is just up my street. GORGEOUS. Did I say this dress is da bomb?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful dress, fabric and fit!
ReplyDeleteThanks KMQ!
DeleteYet another winner!
ReplyDeleteThanks Faye!
DeleteThis looks fabulous. To be honest, I didn't even notice how loud the print was until you mentioned the fabric. It must be because that's what we're used to seeing all around us: bold prints. But I know that when you're sewing with such a print, it's always hard not to be just a little scared.
ReplyDeleteThanks Emilie!
DeleteGorgeous! I love the print, and you're totally rocking this style!
ReplyDeleteThanks Bunny!
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't think to do a cutout on a patterned dress but it works!
ReplyDeleteThanks Madalynne!
DeleteGorgeous dress.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lori!
DeleteThat fabric just makes that dress POP!!!! Looking good diva! And I love the cute and tasteful cut out!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Victoria!
DeleteYou look cool and confident in your new summer creation. Love the bright print and the perfect fit.
ReplyDeleteThanks Amanda S!
DeleteBeautiful print!
ReplyDeleteThanks Toya!
DeleteBetter late than never - Erica you are working this dress! I love the style and fabric on you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Rosie!
DeleteWow, you look fantastic in this style and print! Love the added touch of the exposed zipper.
ReplyDeleteThanks Andrea!
DeleteVery beautiful color, thanks for making my morning, I saw this beautiful colors opening my computer this morning...It's a start of great week...
ReplyDeleteThanks Aminat!
DeleteThis is stunning on you! Everything is working here. Nice job, Erica!
ReplyDeleteThanks Meg!
DeleteLove the bold print, you choose a winner. You look great!
ReplyDeleteThanks Alethia!
DeleteOh my, that jersey is fabulous! I love everything about this dress. Well done.
ReplyDeleteThanks Liza Jane!
DeleteGorgeous dress.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sheila!
DeleteThanks Sing!
ReplyDeleteThe print is lovely! the dress fits perfectly - great job!
ReplyDeleteThanks Joen!
DeleteYour dress is lovely. Love the print and the colors....
ReplyDeleteThanks Necie!
DeleteLOVE! the dress is way cute. I have been eyeing that pattern that has been sitting on my table for weeks, lol but the print and color choice is fabulous!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mimi!
DeleteLuving the dress, the exposed zipper, and the fit!
ReplyDeleteIt looks amazing on you! The print truly adds additional appeal the this dress.
Thanks Sandy!
DeleteTwo thumbs up & a twist, Erica B :)
ReplyDeletewhat! That exposed zipper is the business!.
ReplyDeleteThanks Miss Lele!
DeleteWow, that dress is gorgeous. You look fabulous in it.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work, love the dress!
ReplyDeleteThanks VNV!
DeleteThis is a very feminine look for you, and it looks good!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mary!
DeleteThat dress and the shoes are bangin!!! Love the outfit. Beautiful job.
ReplyDeleteThanks Andrea!
DeleteOMG that is sooo sexy and the fabric print awesome!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jada!
DeleteThat's a cute dress. The print is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThanks rhymeswithvienna!
DeleteBeautifully made, fantastic fabric.... But hmmm.. Not sure about the gap!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jules. I Love It!
DeleteIt's a knockout!
ReplyDeleteThanks GV!
DeleteReally, really, really pretty Erica! I especially love the "Pzazz" in the back!! :)
ReplyDeleteaieeeeeeeee! that gorgeous dress fits you like a technicolor glove! (but yes, a polite and gentlemanly glove.) and the zipper. she is a perfect waterfall down your back.
ReplyDeleteThanks oonaballoona!
DeleteThe print of your dress to the lipstick--amazing and beautiful!
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Thanks Stella!
DeleteSince I cannot figure out how to get to the blog form, I will put my comment here. Great job on your new page showing the different items you have made go from one to the other.
ReplyDeleteThanks Leanne!
ReplyDelete*DROPS JAW* That fabric is STUNNING!
ReplyDeleteLove the new format of your blog too. I LOVE your banner!!! LOL
Thanks Adrienne!
DeleteWow this is beautiful! It fits you amazingly. Don't know why you feared color because It works well with your skin tone.
ReplyDeleteLove It!
Black use to be my favorite color! I'm glad I got over that! Thanks!
DeleteBeautiful dress! Love the content and the new look of your blog. You offer style inspiration and sewing inspiration. It is a treat to visit your blog.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dr. Z!
DeleteI am so impressed by every single thing you make! Everything always fits so perfectly and looks amazing! this dress is no exception.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kari!
DeleteLove that floral dress on you, so pretty!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Skinny!
DeleteStunning dress! Fuschia is really a gorgeous color on you, and I agree with the others, the zipper really brings a somethin somethin to it.
ReplyDeleteThanks Eve!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful dress! I love all of the little features such as the front opening and the exposed zipper in back.
ReplyDeleteThanks Levone!
DeleteI have been keeping an eye on your blog for a while and this dress isn´t so bold after all - it is just all those bright colours that look amazing on you, worn together! A really nice dress!!
ReplyDeleteThanks sewinginathens!
DeleteWao, this dress looks fabulous on you!! Love the print an cutouts!
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Woe Erica, that dress is gorgeous. I love the print and the colors especially the pink accents and love the pink bag you paired with it.
ReplyDeleteThanks Patience!
DeleteWoah! At first I thought these were store bought clothes & continued reading to see you make these beautiful creations. Go girl!
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Thanks SewIntoFashion!
DeleteSometimes it's just not worth the aggravation, especially when you have fabulous clothes that you have ALREADY sewed. You were working that look for sure!
ReplyDeleteThanks Susan!
DeleteI will definitely be making this one. Just love it! Thanks for all your sewing advice!
ReplyDeleteThanks Trevilu!
DeleteI actually stopped sewing because I was so disappointed with the fabric stores around here. The closest Hancocks is about 45 miles away and t both Jo Ann stores do not carry anything that really catches my attention. I have ordered the same fabric from the Mood link you posted. I am really excited about that. Right know I am working on a jacket I saw on Princess Kate.
ReplyDeleteLupe, I hope you enjoy the fabric as much as I did!
DeleteFantastic dress and great fabric choice - so vibrant and colorful!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sena!
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