Little Black Jumper

Pattern: self-drafted based on Burda Style Pants 7447 and Vogue Misses' Dress V1344
Fabric: 3 yds black ponte knit
Cost: $20


I've been threatening to make something this ridiculous for a while. Even back in the Fabric Mart contest, Shams can tell you that I was tempted to make this for my LBD. While it is neither practical nor easy to wear, there was something so cool, so intriguing, about trying this style out. So for my New Year's outfit, I finally just went for it and made a jumper/romper.

The design is based on an outfit worn by fashion blogger Emma Danielsson, who I found via Pinterest. To make mine, I first drafted the bottoms from Burda Style 7447, raising the waist, incorporating pleats, narrowing the legs, and eliminating the zipper and waistband. I then attached it to the top part of a modified Vogue 1344, adding 3/4 length sleeves.


Will I wear this again? Maybe. Is it really well made? Definitely not. But I'm glad I gave it a try. I absolutely love the pants portion (perhaps minus the visible pockets linings that are showing through in the pic above). I have saved the drafted pattern to give this a try again as pants, perhaps as a ponte version of these.

Like the Sewaholic Saltspring, the top part blouses because the lining layer was cut shorter than the outer layer. There is also some additional gathers and pleats, along with my poorly adapted cross-over front. But it's perhaps a bit too drapey and bagey. The top is probably the least flattering part of the garment, as it just doesn't lay quite right. 


I think I could also give this outfit a try in a bit more casual way, perhaps with a jean jacket. Mr. K thinks it's ridiculous, but I think Blooming Leopold pulls off her casual version brilliantly. Hmmm, perhaps I need to add a tie belt...


Overall, this project brings up a few thoughts on the concept of sewing for creativity and experimentation versus sewing for technique and skill. There are certainly times when I want to be the master of my craft, making everything just right down to the last unseen seam (my Men's Blazer was a prime example). Yet there are other times, like this one, where I want to let my imagination run wild, drafting the design with chalk right onto the fashion fabric, sewing it together, and seeing what comes out. I think both are necessary to develop our skills, and I'm glad I gave it a go with this one!

15 comments:

  1. It is utterly charming on you. May your imagination lead you into more lovely pieces.

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  2. I think it is a wonderful outfit and you look darling. Great job on creating something one-of-a-kind.

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  3. What a cute jumpsuit! I don't see how it's ridiculous, it looks like a pair of pants and a top, albeit made in the same fabric. That pant shape is very flattering too.

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  4. It's fab, there's nothing ridiculous about it, in fact I'd say it's quite fashion forward, you've done a great job!!

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  5. This is fantastic!! I think it looks super chic, and you can totally wear it allll the time. I bet it would look really cool with a colorful blazer, too!

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  6. I love this! It's really flattering, which isn't always the case with a romper. I think the drape in the top looks great.

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  7. I actually really like the draping on the top. It looks great!

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  8. I can't believe you're bagging on this outfit - it looks really fashion forward and a bit glam! Is it possible you're not seeing past the imperfections that only you can see?

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  9. You guys are all so sweet! Maybe I'm just a bit timid to wear something 'out of the ordinary'? I think I will venture out in it (maybe with a jacket?) next time I go out! Thanks for all the <3 <3 <3

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  10. This is utterly fabulous!! Well done! I actually like the top with the sweet-heart neckline/wide shoulder thing going on. Maybe that is not what you intended, but in my opinion, it looks great.

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  11. It looks fantastic - so flattering on you. I love what you said about creativity vs technique. There's definitely a place for both in sewing, and this jumpsuit is the perfect illustration of that!

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  12. i totally understand feeling self conscious in an outfit different from what you would typically wear, but this looks really elegant! i love the design.

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  13. super cute and chic! you should make another one in some wild print :)

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  14. I love the jumpsuit!! I want one too!!

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