Self-Stitched September, day 4…
I made this black parka a few years ago, completely inspired by the “urban sport” vibe of the Marni Spring/Summer 2007 collection, anyone remember this sort of look? Although I copied the shape and style from the designer collection, I drafted the pattern for my version myself. I was really taken with the slightly sporty appeal and loose comfort of this look at the time and I still think it is flattering as well as easy to wear. I was particularly pleased with how the oversized crumpled collar turned out.
The skirt is one I’ve worn loads over last autumn… you’ve seen it many times. It is made using Vogue 7303 again, out of a cheerful brilliant orange raw silk, seen here first.
Husband and children all out and occupied; I visited the library this morning to reserve next month’s bookclub book (Hearts and Minds by Amanda Craig), then faced the Saturday morning supermarket crush. Got three loads of washing on the line, house tidy and am feeling virtuous and accomplished; so with a clear conscience will spend a few hours now having some quality time with my sewing machine and the fabric stash … yes!! (air fist punch)
Details:
Parka; self-drafted, black cotton drill
Skirt; Vogue 7303, orange raw silk
Leggings; Metalicus
Shoes; Perrini, had for so long I’ve forgotten where I bought them…
Looks great. You are so versatile, going easily from elegant to sporty.
Trudy
http://www.sewingwithtrudy.blogspot.com
I love the layering, especially with the cheerful orange in the middle. Your day sounds busy…I'm off on a motorcycle ride with my husband today.
You've completely captured that Marni vibe! They're going to have to show all their new collections in the bush in Perth from now on!
http://stylewilderness.blogspot.com/
I totally missed this post yesterday. This is my favorite look so far. I love the pop of orange with all that black and the cooridation of all the pieces are perfect!
Parka looks great, and yes – I do remember that collection.I love Marni for their very different aesthetics. It's not something that I could easily wear myself, but I allways find some original ideas how to play with lenghts and layers in their collections.