This is one of the dresses I constructed at Sewjourn. It’s view B of Simplicity 3874, which is a pattern I would have overlooked if I hadn’t seen Shannon’s gorgeous versions.  I made a size 12 in the upper bodice but cut size 14 for the width.

There is a lapped zipper in the back, but I hardly need it – I definitely wouldn’t need it if I’d made this dress in a knit. The fabric is vintage cotton twill that I received as a gift a while ago – thank you so much Emma, I love it!  The only thing I’m not sure about is the length.  The pattern length was very long – it looked a bit daggy and a little reminiscent of a nighty.  So I cut off about six inches (!!) and turned up a two inch hem that I machine blindstitched into place.  Now I think that it might be a bit too short.  Quick, cover your eyes to shield them from the glare of my moon tan.

I might wear it a couple of times then decide if I’ll let the hem down a little.