My First Regency Gown!

[starlightmasque]

I used (and abused) the Laughing Moon 126 pattern, with the gathered bib front.

Comments

[ktlovely]

I'm sorry the fabric was an ass, but the dress is freaking amazing!

[starlightmasque]

Thank you! It turned out way better than expected!

[isabelladangelo]

Absolutely stunning!

[starlightmasque]

Thank you so much!

[mandie_rw]

Glorious fabric! (But don't tell the fabric, it'll go to its head!) And trim too.

The only sort-of problem I've ever had with a drop-front Regency is that it can gap open at the sides a little when I'm sitting, but I've only ever noticed that with my blue wool jumper, which has a completely flat front.

[starlightmasque]

Thank you! Mum's the word! It's smug enough already.

I have some time to figure it out-- maybe little snaps or hooks or matching hidden placket or... just let the undies show and not care!

[atherleisure]

I think you could put in a little placket or just let the undies show. Have your SIL wear it around for a little while and see if there are actually any issues before worrying about it.

[starlightmasque]

She will be coming over for another fitting soon, I'll make her wear it for a while so we can find all the problems!

[sarahlizzi]

It's lovely!!

[starlightmasque]

Thank you so much!

[padawansguide]

Wow!!! Gorgeous!

I know the pins seem clumsy but it's totally how they're meant to be worn. I did put in thread belt loops in back to keep the sash up. But honestly everything stayed where it was supposed to and it was very easy to wear.

I LOVE the trim so much, I'm totally copying that sometime!

Also, she needs one of Taylor's collet necklaces to go with it! https://www.etsy.com/shop/damesalamode

Or even just pearls!

[starlightmasque]

Thank you, Maggie! You looked so awesome in your gown, it's what made me pull out this pattern and get busy!

The trim is simple in theory, time consuming in reality!

Oh, yes, COLLET NECKLACE!