What I’m Wearing:

Bottom: Old Navy | Top : Tall Couture (c/o) | Shoes : Payless | Bag : Kate Spade

Hello everyone! I hope you all are having a terrific Tuesday.  In today’s outfit post I am wearing the 382 Long Sleeve Blouse in Delilah I received courtesy of Tall Couture.  I must tell you it was love at first sight.  If you’ve been following me for a while then you know that blue is my favorite color.  So when I laid my eyes on all of the beautiful shades of blue in this blouse along with the peacock feather print, I was smitten.  It’s simply pretty! Next let’s talk about fit.  Do you see how long the sleeves are?!!  Remember people, I am a very tall girl and I have long arms, the sleeves on this blouse are more than adequate.  They are absolutely perfect.  I love when I can bend my arms and not feel confined or restricted in any manner and this blouse just moves with me.  Now as we move on to the feel and texture of this blouse.  It feels amazing on.  It’s semi sheer, light and breezy.  This type of blouse is also very versatile.  As I have it styled here with jeans, it can be worn for a casual chic look, for running errands and picking up the kids from school.  I can see it paired with navy trousers for a work appropriate look or even a pencil skirt for happy hour with the girls.

P.S. Did I mention this blouse is on clearance right now and can be found here, limited sizes available.

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What I’m Wearing:

Dress: DIY using pattern, NewLook 6210 | Blazer: Charlotte Russe | Shoes: Payless | Necklace: Wal-mart | Bag: Kate Spade

As you all know I love maxi dresses! But what you may not know is that blue is my favorite color.  All hues of blue, from the palest baby blue to the darkest navy blue and the brightest cobalt blue. So when I can combine a multiple shade of my favorite color, it makes me happy.  When one of those pieces is something that I made, it makes me this tall girl even happier.  :)

My Pattern Review:

Pattern Description: 
Misses dresses

Pattern Sizing:
10-22, I cut a size 14.

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

Were the instructions easy to follow?
The instructions were very to follow.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I liked that it was very easy to follow the instructions and super fast to sew.

Fabric Used:
The pattern states it is for knits only but I took my chances and used a polyester/cotton blend with a bit of stretch and it worked fine.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I added about 6 inches to the length of the pattern because I am tall and like for my maxi dresses to graze the floor. I omitted the split on the side and flared the skirt portion out on view A since I was not using a stretchy knit fabric and needed room to be able to walk in the dress.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I would definitely sew this pattern again and recommend it to others who are beginners or someone who is looking for something fast and easy to sew.

Conclusion: 
Fast and easy pattern, perfect for beginners. I am very pleased with how my dress turned out.

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Bottom : DIY using New Look pattern 6162 | Top : Nordstrom Rack | Shoes : Payless | Necklace : Charlotte Russe

Today I’m wearing mint and nude print cropped pants I made a couple months ago, but never  got around to putting the zipper in.  My husband took our boys to San Diego for a week so that I could get a break/vacation and I’ve had time to finish up some projects. I decided to pair them with my flowing mint tank and nude strappy sandals.  I have been wanting sandals like these forever and was so happy when I found them online at Payless.  They go up to a size 13. I ordered the black ones as well.  Both pairs will be getting a lot of love this summer.

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