Friday, April 9, 2010

Sew Fun: Harlow Halter

As promised, here are a couple of pics of the 30s halter I sewed using part of the aforementioned Wearing History pattern for a late 30s halter and trouser beach/leisure outfit.  In the photos below, the trousers were made by the WONDERFUL nudeedudee, but some time soon I hope to be adept enough at sewing to make my own slacks using the rest of the halter suit pattern!  Anywhoo, I fashioned the halter (which I've dubbed the Harlow) out of a white and pink rose-print vintage feedsack material. It was really only a trial piece. I plan on making a couple of other halters in brighter colors and patterns that will work for days at the beach, camping, etc.





22 comments:

  1. You look like you´re ready for summer ! ;)

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  2. Gorgeous! And you could wear that with so many lovelies in warmer weather. Love it with these pants.
    Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge
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  3. Oooh La La! You look fabulous dahling! What a pretty print! :)

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  4. ooh i love nudeedudee! i've been wanting something from her for ages. the pants are fab!

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  5. I love this look!! You look amazing!!!

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  6. oh cute! I wish we ere not heading into winter here, this look would of been great for our Beach Hop.

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  7. You're so beautiful. I love the look!

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  8. LOVE IT! Must check out this pattern!

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  9. What a fabulous summer outfit. You do indeed look very Jean Harlow. An adept name.

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  10. Thank you for your lovely message, I've put you up on my favourite blogs that I follow :-)

    You definitely look like you are ready for summer! I'm still working up the courage to show past the elbows as my skin hasn't seen sunlight in what, 8 months?! Oh dear... Damn London weather! xx

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  11. It looks fantastic! I love it. =]
    -Andi x

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  12. the whole look is just as perfect as can be! you are so wonderful.

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  13. Oh my goodness, kind thanks! it was such a simple little top to make. I feel a bit "exposed" in the back, but I suppose it that was the look!

    Louise, I am utterly honored to be mentioned in the same sentence as the Deco Goddess, Jean Harlow!

    Isabel, I am pale as a sheet, too, but maybe with a bit of sun in a bottle, I'll be able to go around feeling a little more bronzed this summer!

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  14. Absolutely gorgeous! I think this outfit epitomizes the spirit of fun, charming warm weather dressing and also showcases a vintage look that is positive gorgeous on you!



    Oodles of hugs & joyful wishes for the coming week!
    ♥ Jessica

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  15. Fantastic job--I love this outfit!

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  16. I am in love with your top! your style always amazes me :-D

    xoxo Bardot in Blue
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