DIY Kaftan

by Sonia Lovett | Jul 22, 2017 | Fashion

It must have been a windy day….  I am holding on to my hat in every shot!  

Every time I see some pretty silk fabric I buy some yardage to make this pattern.  

It has been a staple in my closet since my twenties.  I wear them around the house as negligees, I wear them when I have a dinner party at home and as a coverup in the summer.  It just  depends on the fabric.  And of course how far you choose to go with your accessories.  

Whenever I see some silk I like, I buy yardage twice the distance from my shoulders to the floor. I keep it around until I get the urge to use it .
I found a lovely gal with a Kaftan pattern that is very similar to the one I use.
Check out her website Riva La Diva. Lots of DIY fun there!

Just a note ; on the side seams, depending on what look I’m after and the drape of the fabric, I place the side seam close to my body and make it shorter. This highlights your shape and when left a little below your hip, makes for a sexy open leg. It all depends on what you want to use it for. Have Fun!!!

These are a few of the fabrics I have used in the past.

Rose’ All Day

by Sonia Lovett | Jul 17, 2017 | Fashion

The trapeze shirt dress didn’t look like much on the hanger.  Experience has taught me to try on items that I think won’t work. Who knows right?  I can always just take it off !  Or, I could take a second look and use my imagination.  

In this case I chose to belt the front of the dress by opening the sides just a bit and threading the belt though the front.  The result is a slimmer front look and a somewhat dramatic back.  I have also used this dress open over a pair of white jeans and a T.  Perfect 

long summer silk dresses

by Sonia Lovett | Jul 11, 2017 | Fashion