Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps - Adrienne M Nixon
Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps
Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps
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Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps

Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps

Hey guys! Sooooooo you all know I have a “thing” for dresses. I LOVE them. They are so feminine to me. Sure you can  be feminine in what ever you choose to wear BUT this is my thing. This Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps is seriously my favorite. I say that every time don’t I? LOL

Blue & White Dress w/ Orange PumpsLet me tell you something. I LOVE this dress. How much do I love it? I have already made two more in beautiful prints and I plan on making a couple more in a solid. I LOVE this dress lol.
Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps
What do I love most about this dress? The neckline and the pockets.
Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps
Let me add a LITTLE disclaimer. I have lost weight. And  when you loose weight you have to adjust your measurements. I did NOT do that when I made this dress. So if it looks a tad bit big, that’s why. I was having a lot of NSV (Non-Scale Victories) and didn’t realize exactly HOW much weight I lost until I put this dress on. YAY ME but BOOOO because I had to make some SERIOUS alterations. I’ll take pictures in it again so you can see the difference but in the two other versions that are already made I made the correct adjustments lol. I can’t WAIT to show y’all lol.
Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps

So back to this dress. YES I love it. I’ve said that and I’m sure by now you  KNOW this but I just HAVE to say it again lol. I LOVE THIS DRESS.
Blue & White Dress w/ Orange PumpsThe neckline is what initially attracted me to this dress. I thought it was just so feminine and flattering. I kept my accessories very simple. Just a single strand of pearls, pearl bracelets and sparkly stud earrings.
Blue & White Dress w/ Orange Pumps
I didn’t want to do a “regular” shoe so I thought these orange pumps and white bag would be perfect.

All photos by Tosha Gaines for adriennemnixon.com
Hair by Shunta iStyle Salon (220 Old Towne Rd. Vestavia, AL 35216 205-423-5525 or 205-516-0067) for adriennemnixon.com

For those of you who sew, here is a review:

Butterick 6203

Pattern Description: Dress has close-fitting, lined, interfaced bodice with side front and side back seams, side pockets, and back zipper. Narrow hem. A and B: Tiers. B: Self-lined sleeves. Note: Separate pattern pieces are included for cup sizes A/B, C, D.

Pattern Sizing:
6-14

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? For the most part yes.

Were the instructions easy to follow?  I didn’t follow them but they are very well written.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The neckline won me over.

Fabric Used: Cotton Sateen from Fabric Mart

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I made view B top and view C skirt. Instead of the gathers I added pleats.

Would you sew it again?
Would you recommend it to others? I have made THREE of these dresses already. I’m planning three solid versions now.  I LOVE this dress.

Conclusion:
This is a beautiful dress and a great addition to any wardrobe.

See you guys tomorrow!

Adrienne

22Comments
  • Stephanie/ 24.02.2016Reply

    I love that fabric! I see why you love it so much!

    • admin/ 24.02.2016Reply

      HEHEHE Thank you Stephanie!

  • Michelle/ 24.02.2016Reply

    Nicely done lady!! I love this print and those pumps are a nice additon to this dress! -Michelle http://www.thatblackchic.com

    • admin/ 24.02.2016Reply

      Thank you Michelle!

  • Martha (Onesmartlady87)/ 24.02.2016Reply

    All I can say is WOW! What a fantastic job you did! Great outfit!

    • admin/ 24.02.2016Reply

      Thanks Martha!!

  • Gretchen/ 26.02.2016Reply

    Oh my gosh is love to make this. How does one convert gathers to pleats??

    • admin/ 27.02.2016Reply

      Thanks so much!!! I pinned it at the side seams on my dress form and just folded the fabric into pleats until they fit the waist 🙂

  • Hattie/ 27.02.2016Reply

    Adrienne, I love that dress, so beautiful with the orange pumps, I can tell of your weight loss. I tell you that you’re not the only one going through seasons of storms, mine started last year August 2015 losing a brother, then Feb 2016 losing a sister, plus my own personal storms, but God grace is sufficient! Thank you for the encouraging words. I’m trying to withstand the storms of life without losing my mind. I know I have dropped a dress size maybe 2 to be exact. God bless you! I never felt so lonely and lost. God word keeps me sane.

    • admin/ 02.03.2016Reply

      Awww thanks so much for your kind words. Ill def be keeping you lifted in prayer.

  • Hattie/ 27.02.2016Reply

    Forgot to mention the Tuskegee t-shirt is not available in large, I only seen x-small and xx-large I believe, my son attend Tuskegee University and by God grace he will graduate December 2016. Yay yay

    • admin/ 02.03.2016Reply

      I think they updated the sizes. Congrats on the upcoming graduation!

  • Brittany/ 27.02.2016Reply

    I love this dress just as much as you!! And the second fabric you used to sew it is beautiful! I’ll be purchasing this pattern soon. Congrats on your weight loss:)!!

  • Maria/ 03.03.2016Reply

    Beautiful dress, and wow, with that fabric!!!! Shame it’s sold out 😉

    • admin/ 03.03.2016Reply

      Thank you! I love everything about it! It does bleed some when laundering but other than that I LOVE it!

  • Trinette/ 24.03.2016Reply

    I’m loving this dress. I was just about to take the dive into sewing this when I came across your website ( by the way l love what you do), can you share with me what you did to make the pleat? Thanks so much and keep up the wonderful things you do.

    • admin/ 28.03.2016Reply

      Thank you! I matched the skirt at the side seam and then folded it to the center front…if that makes sense lol

  • Alissa/ 10.04.2016Reply

    Your dress looks nothing like the pattern and that is a compliment. This is exactly the reason why I follow your site. Many of the patterns…i can’t picture them being pretty and then you bring them to life. That dress is fabulous!

    • admin/ 11.04.2016Reply

      Aww thanks so much for your kind words Alissa!

  • Jennifer/ 10.05.2016Reply

    I came across your blog as a new Bernina ambassador. Great addition to the family!

    I love this dress, too. Any hints on making the pleat?

    Thanks

    • admin/ 11.05.2016Reply

      Thank you! Instead of gathering it I just brought each piece to the center front 🙂

  • Katie/ 06.10.2016Reply

    So chic!!!

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