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60’s and 70’s shift/shirtwaist dresses have always resided in my vintage heart as a favorite, and that’s what I saw in this dress whilst shoving through the racks at the thrift store. When we got home, I immediately set to work trimming off the hem, taking in the sides, and removing a few of the darts. Alas! My dreams for this dress were a little deflated by my headlong character and scissors. I had trimmed off just a biiiiiit to much of the hem to my family’s comfort :{ Mom suggested that I add a ruffle, so after a bit of thought (ruffles just aren’t really my thing anymore…) I went with the idea and used some of the leftover fabric that I had trimmed off. This type of ruffle on this dress worked splendidly for me!
I’m in love with this dress!! I’d never wear it without a belt (what can I say? I’d rather not rewear my 5th year wardrobe) and it goes with so many of my accessories!
The cons of the dress include a rather snug bust area aaaaaannnndddd…. that’s it! 😉 I guess that’s pretty good for a remake, huh?
P.S- That Giveaway that I mention a while ago we will hopefully have up soon 🙂 Thanks again to all our 80 followers!
P.P.S- I took these photos myself using a tripod, so please excuse any odd angles, etc. 😉 Anyone whose used this method before for these types of posts will know what I experienced lol!
Charlotte, your first photo is so much like the photos I used to look at in albums when I was a girl. Way back when…:) you know!
Good job on the coloring. Mom
Looks great!
The hem is my favorite part!
~Emily
This is adorable, Charlotte! What you did on the hem adds personality to the dress – which I love! 🙂