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Draped Cocoon Dress sewn in abstract and floral silk prints styled with my Rachel Comey wedges
It’s been a busy last few months here at Jamie Lau Designs! Among the many exciting developments is that I have recently joined Britex Fabrics as a guest blogger starting this summer. Throughout the next few months, I will be sharing my design inspirations in addition to sewing tutorials, tips, and techniques using various fabrics, starting with silks.
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Excited to be a part of another Britex Fabrics collaboration
For my first post, I designed and sewed this draped cocoon dress using a combination of an Italian abstract taupe, black, and white silk crêpe de Chine and a contrasting yoke in French featherweight, silhouetted winter white floral silk. I usually opt for more color, but something about these two prints together screamed “winning combination” to me.
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A swingin’ silhouette
This dress is light as a feather, finished with French seams, and easy to slip on without the hassle of a zipper…
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Front draped cocoon effect
Featuring a draped cocoon effect that gives the dress movement, creating an “out of focus” visual effect…
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A simple, gathered back dress
Followed by a simple, gathered back that billows in the wind.
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Wood wedge platforms by Rachel Comey
And just for kicks (no pun intended), I happen to own the perfect pair of shoes to complement this outfit – a pair of Rachel Comey wood wedge platforms I picked up this past February with trompe l’oeil printed leather upper.
Check out my full article on Britex Fabrics for tips on cutting silk and tutorials on how to sew a French seam, create your own bias tape, and more!
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Thanks for the beautiful fabric, Britex!
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