This project was a custom order from a client through Etsy. I finished it a few months ago already, but I really wanted to share it with you because I love it so much, and because my client loved it as well.
Her wish was to have a coordinating jacket for these trousers she bought from my shop earlier.
I only had scraps of this fabric left so a full on jacket would have been impossible to make. I think the pattern would have been a little bit much as a full suit anyways. So, we discussed it and agreed on a black jacket base with details in the trouser fabric. She even agreed to a second hand jacket refashion. As my business was upcycled clothing, making something new from old was very important for me.
You can see a few steps of the refashion process above. I decided to go with a more modern cropped sleeve and a much shorter length. And I added the details as discussed.
I think it turned out pretty great. What do you think?
I absolutely love how this turned out, Hanna! It completely uplifted and changed the jacket. And those pants are pretty wonderful as well. The accent fabric is so fun and unexpected.
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Thanks, Callie! I think this is a great example of how you can make a suit without having to master sewing the jacket on your own. It's still custom made for/by you.
DeleteWhile reading this and watching the pictures I had the exact same beginning in my head: "I absolutely love". I absolutely love the jacket! I think it's even better like this than if it were overall the same material!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I completely agree :D! I think the print of the fabric is too busy to make into a full suit. the Black balances the pattern, highlighting the black suede ornaments on the fabric. Sometimes less is more.
DeleteI think this is a great job! Far better than an jacket of same material.
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