Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Betty Draper Inspired Wiggle Dress

My inspiration for the Betty dress came from a bit of fabric i had in my stash, when i saw it, it just looked like her. But i didn't want to just copy her dress anyone can do that. I wanted something with her fashion sense, but a little more fun, so i added my own little twist. Here are a few pictures that i had in mind while designing.




Betty & Don Draper at dinner,
notice the brocade fabric of her dress.


The little bust bows on this dress gave me the idea.
for this,



The Halter Strap is Removable!

I made this dress with floral brocade and satin detailing.
When i saw this fabric i thought of Betty Draper but i wanted it to have a bit of a pinup spin, with the halter and bows above the bust, as well as the hip band. The vintage pin finishes it off nicely i think and it matches so well!
You can check it out at my Etsy shop.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/73011232/cream-green-betty-mad-men-dress
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6 comments:

  1. Urban RusticApril 27, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    What a great dress and the colours work so well together.I love the bust and hip detail.Very nice!

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  2. sorbetsurpriseApril 28, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    Wow that is lovely! The bows on the front and the back and the removable halter are such great touches!

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  3. UnknownApril 28, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    That's gorgeous! :)
    Ashley x

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  4. SunniApril 28, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    It's to die for! I love the back bustle like detail! What a perfect dress to wear to a cocktail party or the like! Beautiful!

    xoxo,
    Sunni

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  5. EstherApril 28, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Thanks so much! :-)

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  6. EwaApril 29, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    This is absolutely gorgeous! I love brocade fabrics, and the colours match so well! Good job, you! :D

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