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DIY Peplum Top : New Look 6130 Pattern Review

July 22, 2013 5:00 AM , 10 Comments , Tanasha

Hi lovelies! I hope you all are having a fabulous weekend so far. Today’s blog post has a couple of DIY’s going on. As you can see I have a new hair style. I decided to give Havana Marley Twists a try. I’ll have an upcoming post with more information about this do’ for those of you interested, sometime in the upcoming week. The second DIY is my black peplum top. I used New Look 6130 and here is my review.

Pattern Description:
Sleeveless peplum top.

Pattern Sizing:
8-18, I cut a size 14. Since I’m a beginner sewer I’m not sure if the pattern runs big or if it was my error in not using the correct seam allowances,
because the top ended up coming out one size to big I think.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

I used the bodice from view C and the peplum from view B. So looking at these two I would say yes.

Were the instructions easy to follow?

Yes the instructions were very easy to follow.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

I disliked the armhole facing and the method for attaching it. I’m wishing it was curved instead of straight because I had a hard time getting it aligned with the armhole opening. But I will chalk it up to being a beginner.

Fabric Used:
Black polyester crepe purchased from my local Fabric Mart.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

I added 2″ to the bodice.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?

I will definitely be sewing this pattern again. I will trying making it with sleeve and also with the asymmetrical peplum. I would recommend it to others.

Conclusion:
Not my favorite peplum pattern so far because of the problems I had with the armholes and sizing, but it is still a good one. I will attempt to take this top in some, before wearing it again. Hopefully it turns out okay.

Thank you for reading, have a blessed Sunday!

Posted in: Pretty Tall DIY, Pretty Tall Style , Tagged: black, diy, new look 6130, nine west, Old Navy, peplum

Gray Python Print Shirt Dress

May 8, 2013 5:30 PM , 6 Comments , Tanasha

Dress : Suzy Chin (Nordstrom Rack) | Shoes : Nine West (Amazon.com) | Clutch : DIY

I purchased this dress last year during one of Nordstrom Rack’s Clear the Rack Sales Event. I was drawn to this python print shirt dress first by the wonderful print, secondly by the soft gray hues. Throw in the fact that it was on clearance for under $30, a shirt dress and a fabulous rayon and silk blend and I was sold. It came with a belt, but I decided to leave it loose because I like the casual and natural drape. Okay and the fact you can eat all you want and not have to worry about it showing, without the belt tied at the waist…lol I love the cut of this shirt dress, because even without the belt, it isn’t too boxy. Although it isn’t “tall” sized, the length was perfect for me. Hitting at just above the knee, it didn’t come up too short and look like it was meant to be a shirt. Which, I normally have a problem with, when I wear shorter dresses. But as you can see, this dress certainly hits the mark.

Thank you so much for reading.

Posted in: Pretty Tall Style , Tagged: gray, nine west, nordstrom rack, ootd, shirt dress, snakeskin, tall

Leather and Leopard

May 7, 2013 4:48 PM , 4 Comments , Tanasha

Bottom : Alloy | Blazer : Zara | Top : Nordstrom Rack | Shoes : Nine West (amazon.com) | Bag : Kate Spade

Nothing makes you feel more like a rock star than leather and leopard. And nothing makes this tall girl happier than a pair of faux leather pants, that are actually long enough for her stems. I have worn these pants once before here when I first received them and I have to tell you I am loving them even more now as I find more ways to wear them. I’m not a young spring chicken anymore, so I want to make sure that I continue to give them a grown up vibe.

Thank you for reading!

Posted in: Pretty Tall Style , Tagged: alloy, leather pants, leopard print, nine west, ootd, style, tall

Yellow Shirt Dress

April 20, 2013 12:14 AM , 2 Comments , Tanasha

Dress: Suzy Chin (Nordstrom Rack) | Shoes : Nine West (Piperlime) | Bag : Coach | Earrings : Jean Warehouse

Yellow is my happy color and I love wearing it, especially in Spring and Summer. I found this dress on clearance at Nordstrom Rack and was instantly smitten. First off it was in my happy color and secondly it was the perfect length on me hitting just above the knee. I love the loose casual, but not boxy shape of it. I decided to pair it with fuchsia and purple to experiment with color blocking and I have to say I like the combination, it didn’t feel like I was trying too hard.

Thank you so much for reading!

Posted in: Pretty Tall Style , Tagged: coach, fuchsia, nine west, purple, shirt dress, tall, yellow

Black and White

February 22, 2013 1:25 AM , 6 Comments , prettytallstyle

Dress : Ross | Shoes : Dolce Vita (Nordstrom Rack) | Watch : Bulova | Earrings : New York & Co

Black and white color pairings are hot for Spring. Luckily for me I happened across a great find. I found this dress while shopping for my brother in laws wedding. I didn’t end up wearing it because the fit was a bit too tight. I had just given birth to my second son about three months prior, and had not really lost any of the baby weight. I was so happy to be able to finally wear it! Oh and this lovely dress was on clearance for $11.99. Gotta love Ross.

Thank you for reading!

Posted in: Pretty Tall Style , Tagged: blak and white, designer collections, double strand twists, nine west, nordstrom rack, rhinestone earrings, romantic, ross, spring 2012

My Happy Color

November 16, 2012 9:47 AM , 6 Comments , prettytallstyle

Yellow is my happy color. When I wear it I can’t help but to be well, “happy”. When I wake up with the Monday blah’s, I can put on something yellow and it changes my mood and helps me look forward to the day. Who knew a color could have so a power! What about you? Is there a certain color that gives you a “happy” feeling?

Thank you so much for reading!