As promised: me modeling my green Sencha blouse! The great thing about these retro button-back blouses is that they look just as great with jeans or cords as with a pencil skirt. I think it's a super cute weekend look when paired with some victory rolls and Chucks.I am so digging the rayon drapey-ness of this fabric.
Here's a back view. When untucked, you get a cute little split at the bottom of the blouse.
You can really see the waistline tucks in this picture.
A perfect weekend outfit, I think. I made a size 8 (Colette Patterns sizes are closer to ready-to-wear than traditional sewing patterns), and it's roomy enough to be comfortable but fitted enough to look great tucked into a skirt.
I feel like I could use one of these blouses in every color! Ah, if only I had the time . . .Speaking of time, editing the second and third parts of my Peter Pan collar video tutorial is taking me longer than expected. But Part Two will be up this weekend! (If you missed it, check out the first part here.)
hi gertie, i love your blog and I think the sencha blouse is fabulous too. i would make one in every colour too. i was just wondering, is it an easy pattern to sew? I'm very new to sewing. I only started less than a year ago and really want to give the sencha blouse a go.
ReplyDeleteGertie, you look beautiful as usual!
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't have thought to dress this pattern down, but I love it! Makes me covet the pattern doubly much. :-) And that fabric is super-cute.
ReplyDeleteOh, it's just beautiful. Looks even better on. All of the details are just perfect. Great job as always.
ReplyDeleteI love this shirt... its pretty short on you. it was short on me too... I wonder how i can make it a tad bit longer... like 2-3 inches... do you have any suggestions? Just slash it at the waistline and add the extra length??
ReplyDeleteJust looks perfect on you. I love it.
ReplyDeleteThis looks great with jeans, and I love that green shade: very flattering.
ReplyDeletethis is very cute! I just made mine in a cotton as I planned to wear it untucked but this top seems to work a lot better in fabric with more drape. I'll be shoving samples in wine glasses for my next version of this!
ReplyDeleteLove the blouse! I think I am going to have to buy this pattern! :-)
ReplyDeleteDressed up or down, you look quite stylish, Gertie! ;) I have to admit, I didn't even think to pair my Sencha with jeans... haha! Now I'll have to try it sometime!
ReplyDeleteI really love that fabric--rayon blouses are the best, imho.
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Oh I really love that with the jeans! It's a sassy look.
ReplyDeleteAgh, Gertie, stop it! You keep posting this great patterns and making me want them! LOL. Love the blouse. I have McCalls 2818, another back-button blouse pattern, but the tucks and back split on the Sencha are much cuter.
ReplyDeleteI think I'm more excited about this blouse as casual wear than dressed up with a skirt! It looks great on you
ReplyDeleteI have this pattern and am glad to see how adaptable the blouse is. Can't wait to make it. Such a novely to see you wearing jeans. Or are they cords?
ReplyDeletetoo cute! I love the Chucks idea or think that outfit would look awesome with flats in a wild color. I'd love to see more of your creations dressed down.
ReplyDeleteI think the dressed down look is great. That shade of green is beautiful - it suits you very well.
ReplyDeleteThanks, ladies! I love the idea of doing more posts on dressed-down looks.
ReplyDeleteAnnabelle, I think this pattern is very suitable for a beginner with a few projects under her belt. Go for it! Maybe start with the round-neckline version to get comfortable with it.
Brook, to add length I wouldn't slash and spread, as that would interfere with the tuck placement. Instead, just use a clear gridded ruler to add length to the bottom.
Karen, they're stretch cords. I live in them over the weekends!
Ach, it's simply adorable, Gertie. The color, the pattern, the fit - this blouse is the package.
ReplyDeleteOooh! I'm in love with the color of this shirt! Looks great dressed down. :)
ReplyDeleteYou look fantastic and I love that color on you. Dressed up or down, this blouse seems so versatile. Great post and I am excited about more "dressed down" looks. Sometimes you just want a little glamour ;)
ReplyDeletefor reals!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome :D
The idea to wear chucks with it convinced me to buy it too! :D
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yeah, I like this combo! it's casual, but has definite chic :)
ReplyDeleteGasp... I LOVE it! You look fantastic! The blouse is gorgeous. Love your fabric choice.
ReplyDeletethanks for the reply! yeah I was thinking the same thing... the tucks in this shirt are to die for! I need to make it in a light color so everyone can see them.
ReplyDeleteLook at you, mixing the vintage and contemporary. You look great!
ReplyDeletedid you do a SBA on this pattern? if so, how? please advise! :)
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