Just had an email from SewingPatterns.com, how very kind of them to inform me that Vogue are all $5.99... and in case that's not temptation enough, there are a bunch of new designs.
As usual, Vogue don't disappoint when it comes to the effort they put into their pattern designs. How 'Carrie' is this flippy little Pamela Rolland number:
It's not really my style, as I can only really see it suiting a tall willowy type, but inspiring nonetheless.
This Bellville Sassoon dress also caught my eye. Anyone in denial about the 80s being back - avert your eyes! From the structured hip peplum, to the cut-away neckline, to the bow on the bum (you heard right) this one just screams out COCKTAIL PARTY! Even the modest length has an 80s vibe to me.
Incidentally, this 80s revival is good news for vintage sewing pattern fans - there are tons of 80s patterns gong cheap on eBay, as everyone's more interested in the patterns of the 50s or earlier. Some of them are truly awful, but if you take a bit of time you could just snap up a little jem.
Finally, I'm undecided about this Donna Karan dress. The central waist detailing is really eye catching, but I can't decide if it would create the illusion of a waist, or just add bulk and make me look even fatter around the middle.
