I saw this gorgeous sheer navy blue (looks black in the photos but a deep blue in sunlight) fabric with gold chain print in the sale section of Hancock Fabrics and instantly thought of different blouse ideas to try. Though I initially thought sleeveless, I decided to go with 3/4 sleeves to be more office-friendly. My favorite part of the DIY was being able to use gold buttons. I don't know why, but I find gold buttons delightful - just a weird quirk of mine.
DIY Chain Blouse
LOFT Wide-legged White Trousers
Banana Republic Pearls / Chain Bracelet
F21 Pearls / Chain Necklace
Michael Kors Tortoiseshell Watch
Gucci d'Orsay Pumps, Camel
Over the weekend, I decided to try for a more relaxed look. Why? We were going to a dim sum buffet and I can't feel restricted whilst indulging in so much food. Total glutton, I know.
Old Navy White Maxi Dress
Talbots Yellow Suede Sandals
H&M Gold Braided Belt
Close-up view of the chain print
That's a wordy post for me - must be feeling chatty today. It's probably all the Thai iced tea I've been drinking.
Oh wow! Your sewing skills never cease to amaze me S! I love both looks! I'm glad you went with sleeves for this blouse. You're right, definitely easier to wear at the office without having to cover up the pretty print with a blazer or a cardigan, but since it's sheer you won't over heat either!
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks Elaine! You are so sweet! I'm so happy I decided to go for sleeves too :)
DeleteLove the blouse, it is soooo gucci inspired! And those white pants look great - not everyone can pull off a white pant! Dim sum buffet?! I'm in heaven just thinking about it. Great blouse!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Lisa! White pants are definitely tough - I've gone through so many that haven't looked quite right.
DeleteYou know what this fabric would be great for? A scarf :)
ReplyDeleteLove, love both of these looks on you. The first has a sophisticated vibe while the second is casual chic. I dress like such a bum when I eat dim sum (can't stand smelly foods on nice clothes). Keep these wordy posts coming!
Thanks Cee! It would definitely be a great scarf! I didn't even think about dim sum and smell - I don't think this place did? Maybe because it was such a huge space? I do hate the after smell from Subway. It sticks to you for an eternity.
DeleteLove this gorgeous look!
ReplyDeleteThank you! :)
DeleteAmazing blouse. I love the contrast it has with the white pants and skirt. I wish I could sew. Love both looks ...and the Voice :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Patience! It's never too late to learn, hehe :)
DeleteI am in awe of your sewing skills. The blouse looks amazing. I love the blouse paired with the white pant and skirt. Very chic.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the kind words, Ying! :)
DeleteI love it, S! The second look is my favorite. Scarf shirt (I think that's what they called) is very on trend this year. Great DIY as always.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sydney! I love scarf prints!
DeleteGreat DIY!
ReplyDeleteI love your blog dear, keep posting!
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Thank you! :)
DeleteI totally agree that this could be a wonderful scarf! Love the pattern of this fabric!!
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Thanks Katherine! :)
Deleteohhh, the wide leg pants looks really good on you. I can never seem to find the right wide leg pants. And I really like the top over the maxi dress- very boho.
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Thanks Helen! I lucked out with these pants - they were on super clearance ($6) at LOFT in the petites section. You should check it out sometime :)
DeleteAwesome! Love the print and the fit!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! :)
DeleteSo pretty! I really like your necklace too :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Annie! I am a fan of F21 for cute jewelry even though they usually don't last long.
DeleteWow,I love your DIY! They are beautiful!I like it very much. Thank you for sharing it. Now I want to share you some fashionable Abercrombie and Fitch clothes, too. And they are all at affordable prices with good quality. Hope you will like it.
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DeleteWow! Excellent job on the blouse! I love it with the white bottoms!
ReplyDeleteLol! at your "wordy post" comment! :p
Thanks for the kind words, Michelle! :)
DeleteLoving that blouse - so cute!
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Thank you! :)
DeleteWow! You just whipped that up?! Here I was so darned proud because I finally managed to repair a 1 inch hole in my cardigan (only just figured out to do it recently).
ReplyDeleteAw, thank you! It took me an eternity to be able to sew straight consistently - baby steps :)
Deletei love it!!! how cute!!! wow, this is a shirt i'd totally buy.
ReplyDeleteThanks Aubs! That means a lot coming from you :)
DeleteLove both look so much. Your blouse is so classy and somewhat sexy, because it's sheer? I agree Cee, good material for scarf too!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! I'm so in love with this print :)
Deletewoah, is that really a print?! it looks real. that is soooo cool!
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Thanks Carrie! :)
DeleteAmazing blouse!!! love it:)
ReplyDeleteKisses, Lucy!
Thanks Lucy! :)
DeleteI love the fabric. Nice touch w/the gold buttons at the sleeve. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Gigi! I love my gold buttons! :)
DeleteHi SewPetiteGal, I love your blog for DIY inspiration. I'm a beginning sewer. I was wondering what pattern you used for this blouse?
ReplyDeleteHi C - thanks for the kind words! I used Butterick B5464, but used sleeves (any long sleeve pattern will do) from a different pattern. I also cut it a little wider since I only wanted buttons at the top rather than all the way down. Hope this helps!
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