Straight to it today!  Here is the pattern – McCalls 5337.

And here is my interpretation!

The fabrics were in my stash, and were formerly part of June’s stash.  I have no idea how old they are or what they are made of.  The floral is a gauzy weave and is possibly a cotton mix, and the spot is also quite light and sheer but feels like a different fibre combination.  I was very happy when I pulled these from the piles of fabric and realised how well they would work together!

I cut the size 10 as the pattern looked as though it would have loads of ease, and it seems to fit quite well – loose without being baggy. The construction was quite unusual, as the “sleeves” are a little more like wings or a cape, and are attached at the front yoke and at the back they are inserted into side back seams. It makes them rather fluttery and I think they look a little asian inspired.

Because this is such a distinctive style I possibly wouldn’t make it again, but I definitely do like it!  Nice for the last few warm days before Easter, when autumn tends to kick in with a vengeance.