Fashionable Suggestions for Using Different Types of Dressmaking Fabrics

Thinking about updating your wardrobe without hitting the retail shops? The next best thing is to have a dressmaker sew your clothes for you. Apart from it being a cheaper option than buying something off the rack, you can also have your measurements tailor fit for a better feel and you have full control over the choice of dressmaking fabric, color and print. The best part about this is shopping for dressmaking fabric, which comes in all sorts of colors, materials and prints. It may seem overwhelming at first, but with a few suggestions on what you can have made using particular fabric types will certainly have you looking like you’re on top of your fashion game this season. Here are some suggestions you can try!

Nineties Revival With Tartan   

Emma Watson in Tartan Dress

A nineties throwback is very apt these days, as the fashion of this decade is seeing a revival. And what better way to pay tribute to this awesome decade than by donning a tartan dress? Whether fitted or loose around the body, a tartan dress paired with a pair of black stockings is a stylish nod to the nineties without looking like you’re on a total time warp. Keep your accessories to a minimum (a crystal statement necklace is a great choice), bust out your 12-hole leather boots or velvet loafers and you’re good to go.

Pajama Dressing with Printed Cotton Pants

Low in effort and high on impact, a pair of printed cotton pants will be your best friend on days when you want to look dressed up but don’t want to spend so much time on it. Printed cotton pants look great on any body type, thanks to a gartered waist and a gathered hem that gently hugs the ankles. The swishy cotton fabric feels nice and soft against the skin (compared to leg-hugging capris) and looks great when paired with a plain colored tee or a striped boat neck that you tuck in the waistband. For a style boost, team with a pair of show-stopping heels. For a regular daytime look, your trusty pair of flats should do the trick and allow you the comfort needed to run your errands.

See-Through Lace Skirts   

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Need something that bridges the gap between formal and casual? A midi lace skirt is a great piece to have in your wardrobe, especially if it is the hip-hugging kind with a half see-through option (half-length lining). For a corporate setting or afterhours cocktails, a midi lace skirt works best with a crisp polo shirt tucked in and cinched with a statement belt. For this skirt, the best type of lace to use is heavy corded lace fabric so you don’t have to worry about the material being too fine and being in danger of snagging.

The Punchy-Hued Linen Boyfriend Shirt  

Blake Lively in Boyfriend Polo

You probably already have a trusty white boyfriend polo sitting in your closet – you know, the one that fits well and you pull out for your standard corporate look. Now it’s time to give that style a second lease on fashion by making it a lot more fun. Buy dressmaking fabric in punchy hues and have a dressmaker copy the exact style that you already have. While it’s good to have your standard black and white polos as they never go out of style, it wouldn’t hurt to have a few bright options to give your outfits that much-needed zest without having to pile on the accessories.

No-Fuss Bi-Stretch Evening Dress  

Sara Sampaio and Jennifer Hudson Bi-Stretch Evening Dress

Any woman should always have a fuss-free evening dress that she can easily don in an instant, and a bi-stretch dress is the perfect style to have. The stretchy material hugs gently and creates a lovely ruching on drapey areas. With the right style, you can even position the ruching to cover problem spots such as your belly or waist.  Try to have this dress made with a V-neck for a more figure-flattering silhouette, and punctuate with a pair of attention-grabbing statement earrings. The plus point of this dress is it is so easy to manage; just throw it in the wash and hang dry – no need for ironing!

Easy, Breezy Chiffon Blouses   

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No closet is ever complete without a couple of printed chiffon sleeveless blouses that are very trendy these days – and with good reason. Chiffon is a relatively economical fabric to purchase, and the amount of prints that you can choose from makes it a very enjoyable task indeed. If you still don’t have one, go for two or three pieces that differ in color and print. Chiffon blouses are great to have on hand when laundry day is several days from now as you can hang them in the morning and come home to them dry and ready for another OOTD (outfit of the day) come night time. As an added bonus, you do not really need to accessories much because the prints on the blouse are practically enough. A simple gold chain necklace or bracelet, plus your trusty gold watch, is enough.

Lounge in Luxury with Satin Kimono Tops

Cover-ups are good to have in your closet, and a satin kimono style cover up is your best bet. The satin material feels really lovely against the skin, and this style is very versatile such that you can take it from the bedroom to the boardwalk. Wear it with your white tank top and denim cut-offs for quick trips to the supermarket while still looking fashionable. It can even be used as a blouse, too – wear a lacey bra or bustier underneath and cinch at the waist with a matching belt. Pair it with leggings, your favorite heels and simple gold hoop earrings and you are ready to hit the bar with the girls on a Friday night. Have two or three of these on hand for every occasion. It is even a great option to take to the beach, where you will surely have many photo ops lounging on a recliner and sipping your pina colada in style.