Hello all.
It's no secret I love combining fabrics in the garments I make. Sometimes I cross stripes, or pair polka dots with plaid. I think pairing different fabrics is a great way to highlight the design elements on a garment.
But I've always had a weakness for two tone styles. I've done it with hats, blouses, and even my Gardenia Dress. I love the idea of pairing bold colors together. I think it's a sophisticated way to make a garment pop, and can be a down right flattering ascetic to the wearer as well.
It's no wonder that type of design element was so stylish in the war time 40s.
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That's not to say that you can't make any garment a two tone. I don't even think it takes that much planning. I often dig around in my fabric stash just to see what fabrics I have left over from a larger completed project that I can fashion into something else.
Take my newest Simplicity dress for instance.
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Even had enough left over to whip up my new favorite beret.
So go for it, be daring and don't fret if you ran out of fabric for a project. Improvise and see what else you have in the stash, or plan ahead intending to alternate fabrics. You may be pleasantly surprised.
More images of the two-tone dress and beret are on NVL.
OH! I love it! I'm also a big fan of contrasting fabric colors (and absolutely adore the second hollywood pattern--swoon!). I love the matching hat as well! Are you going to repro that hat pattern? It looks so classic and fairly easy to put together?
ReplyDeleteI was thinking bout it; doing it as a PDF.
ReplyDeleteI love two-tone, and your new dress is a stunning example! I love the colors. You look fantastic!
ReplyDeleteWow! You look fantastic! I too love the make do and mend two-tone patterns ideas. Great job!
ReplyDeleteLD - you always look so well put together. Fantabulous!
ReplyDeleteYou look fantastic!
ReplyDeletewow- this is one great look!
ReplyDeleteYou are stylin' girl! Love it!
ReplyDeleteAnother winner! Well done!
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