Still Waiting..

So I am still waiting on my 60's dress pattern to come.. should be here any time soon! I've been looking for fabrics anywhere I go that I can manage to find a fabric shop, the only thing is I have no idea how much I shall need, so I have to wait until it arrives to find out. Good thing I havn't found a fabric I've fallen in Love with.

In the mean time the 'Fashion Design: Construction' book that I ordered arrived... so I have some time to read over in advance how to construct the dress I wish to make.

As I'm not too fond of the whole pattern drafting aspect of designing, I am actually quite excited to get started.. all thanks to this book. It's full of great tips and imagery, even quotes from top designeres! Not your typical Construction guide...

Iris Van Herpen - Haute Couture Fall Winter 2011/2012 Full Fashion Show ...

I'm loving this A/W 2011 collection by Iris Van Herpen. There's just something about her designs that create an amazing energy without completely overpowering the woman/model. One of my favourites!

1960 DRESS PATTERN FITTED BODICE , FULL BELL SHAPED SKIRT, FRONT INVERTED PLEAT, 2 NECKLINES McCALLS 5559

1960 DRESS PATTERN FITTED BODICE , FULL BELL SHAPED SKIRT, FRONT INVERTED PLEAT, 2 NECKLINES McCALLS 5559

So I decided to go with this 60's dress, Should be here in the next week or so! Have to purchase the fabric now. I have always wanted the perfect emerald green dress so I'm thinking of making this 'the one'! Will be on the look out for some emerald cottons and lace..

I Love this dress by Valentino, it's between an emerald green and teal.. so it all depends on the type of fabric. But i quite like this fabric also:)

Or I could go for a brighter colour rather than a deep colour like the one worn by Kiera Knightly above, designed by Jaqueline Durran.