Seems like aaaages since I was at the beach for these photos! and I can remember it was a glorious 30C that day. Right now it’s still sunny but getting pretty nippy here in Perth; and joyously frolicking in the surf in a tiny little dress is kinda out of the question. SO GLAD I was super-organised and pre-did my little photo shoot! Anyway, here is this cute and very summery little dress I made a few months ago.
Pattern; the Charlie caftan, designed by Heather of Closet Case patterns, and named after the ultra-cool Charlie, of Noble & Daughter. It comes in a shortie-short length like this, or you can make it as a glamorous maxi with a titillating thigh slit, so you can flash a little bit of leg in a breezily sexy way while shimmering along poolside in your wide-brimmed hat, oversized sunnies and of course an umbrella-ed cocktail in hand. Me not being the least bit glamorous, I opted for the mini version and scampering in the surf, no cocktail (sob) You probably can’t even tell, but I’m wearing it over my black Sophie bikini too. Closet Case patterns, head to toe!
I must say, it’s an extremely cute little design and also a super quick and easy pattern to whip up. And it has super deep, therefore by definition awesome, pockets… easily deep enough to hold your sunnies, car keys and phone while you’re at the beach. I made view A with the front pleats, and I put in the tie as well since I fancied being able to tie it up and give it a bit of a waist. I’m still undecided as to whether I prefer it tied or with no tie! tying it up does make the pleats “pop out” a bit over your tummy, but on the other hand I like it with a defined waist as well… the verdict is still out on that one… probably I should have made the gathered version! In the meantime, I took some pictures both tied up, and untied.
Fabric; a gooooorgeous linen/cotton mix from Spotlight. I bought quite a lot of this when I spotted it, hehehe. I mentioned it previously when I used it to make the lining for my lace “Brazilian” top too… I’m actually thinking of doing a spot of appliqué/embroidery on my caftan, snazzy-ing it up a bit. Still undecided about that one too. AAAGH I’m so indecisive!
Details:
Dress; Closet Case patterns Charlie caftan, white cotton/linen
Bikini (under); Closet Case patterns Sophie swimsuit, black swimsuit fabric
location; Bunker Bay, Western Australia
