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Comment on Simplicity 1578, circa 1945: The Summery Polka-Dot Sundress by Ali

Ali — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:21:23 +0000

I’ve been meaning to tell you how much I admire this — you’re absolutely right about the 40s — still lovely and authentic without being costumey. What a great summer dress to have (and easily layered in the cooler months!). The color and shape, I think, is very flattering.

I am definitely obsessed with sleeveless sundresses (they feel more casual to me, so I’m more likely to wear them) and I just bought a 40s slip to whip up with some crepe for a dress — we’ll see how this goes

Comment on Simplicity 1578, circa 1945: The Summery Polka-Dot Sundress by Andi B. Goode

Andi B. Goode — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:52:19 +0000

Hi! Thanks for the comment on my last blog post – I just wanted to quickly let you know (before I leave the house and forget!) that the pattern is a ‘Vintage Vogue’ one – V2787 http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v2787-products-15.php?page_id=850

-Andi x

Comment on Simplicity 1578, circa 1945: The Summery Polka-Dot Sundress by D'ellis

D'ellis — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:17:57 +0000

Oh! NYC garment district – am **green** with envy!
Definitely agree with “frumpy.” Will remember your comments about fit & try some.
Thanks again!

Comment on Simplicity 1578, circa 1945: The Summery Polka-Dot Sundress by Janice

Janice — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:15:25 +0000

Thanks guys!

I found the fabric in this small store in the garment district here in NYC (not sure what it’s called!) They were having a sale on cotton in the middle of winter so I just found one that had the best drape.

I definitely think 40s patterns are one of the most under-estimated. Most times I think they look frumpy in the illustrations so others tend to overlook their potential, but I find them some of the easiest to fit and most economical to make.

Comment on Simplicity 1578, circa 1945: The Summery Polka-Dot Sundress by D'Ellis

D'Ellis — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:19:09 +0000

Agree with above comments!
Wouldn’t have seen the possibilities of this pattern, but the fabric picks everything up and makes it absolutely perfect. Loved the lucite/bakelite bangles, too. Wonderful perseverance doing the muslin!
Great job – and many thanks for teaching this old dog a new way of looking at 40′s patterns!
(Now, where’d you get that fabric – been looking for exactly the same thing for aaages!)

Comment on Simplicity 1578, circa 1945: The Summery Polka-Dot Sundress by nicole

nicole — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:23:32 +0000

perfect pairing of pattern and fabric. Cant believe only cost $11!

Comment on Simplicity 1578, circa 1945: The Summery Polka-Dot Sundress by Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:11:56 +0000

Looks so pretty. I am always so impressed with your sewing one season ahead plans. Wish I could be so organized.

Comment on Simplicity 1578, circa 1945: The Summery Polka-Dot Sundress by Rosy

Rosy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:31:58 +0000

Certainly, that dress is a victory! The silhouette harmonizes well with polka dots and you look so summer …. Oh, I hate the cold … I also need a breath of spring.
Wonderful job!

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