Comments on: Part 1: The Maxi Skirt

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Top 10 Sky Turtle Posts in 2012 | Sky Turtle — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 12:28:32 +0000

[...] I loved this challenge we did with Lizz from A Good Wardrobe. The idea was to create a clothing item starting from an idea of something that we would never wear. We decided on a maxi skirt and they both turned out pretty good. Check out Lizz’s comfy maxi. [...]

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[...] this challenge? The one where we tried to sew a style that we wouldn’t normally wear? The one Ina of Sky [...]

By: Lavender

Lavender — Tue, 15 May 2012 20:05:58 +0000

“I imagined myself as a sea goddess thrown amongst barnacle festooned rocks. A graceful Venus arriving at the shore…”

I just love that mental picture! Ryan and I have a similar experience when photographing my garments. If I’ve envisioned exactly what I want the final shots/setting to look like or exude, it’s guaranteed to fail. If we organically stumble into something together, serendipity happens. It’s so difficult to translate one’s own mental image to another sometimes.

You look a mile tall in that first shot. So much so, that I might be reconsidering my stance on maxi skirts/dresses and my figure. Maybe I could pull it off? The linen/poly blend I used for the yellow Renfrew is a little clingy, too. You said it: fabric education.

By: VanC

VanC — Mon, 07 May 2012 20:46:41 +0000

I love the color of the skirt, it really works with the sea goddess theme that you’ve narrated. I don’t think it’s a bust!! Don’t give up on it after the first go ’round! Here’s what I would try: (a) Wear a top that is similar in tone to the skirt; less contrast might help continue the length and elongate. (b) Try untucking the blouse you’re wearing and belting to create a defined waist. Two-cents. Love your third photo, you look beautiful!

By: nettie

nettie — Sun, 06 May 2012 02:26:06 +0000

You look so amazing!! this color palette really suites you! And I love the pictures. The candid shots always make me laugh so much when I take photos.

By: Darsana

Darsana — Thu, 03 May 2012 18:53:32 +0000

Thanks for the laugh! You still look good (and look like you had a good time!). I’m glad you blogged about this maxi challenge–it gave my 5’2″ self the motivation to cut out the Mission Maxi dress by Jamie Christina, and I’m so glad I did. Never knew it could feel so comfortable/look flattering on my frame!

By: Gail

Gail — Wed, 02 May 2012 22:34:11 +0000

I’ve decided that my next winter fun piece will be a casual maxi skirt – thanks for the inspiration

By: Lizz @ A Good Wardrobe

Lizz @ A Good Wardrobe — Wed, 02 May 2012 17:15:50 +0000

Stay tuned… I’m definitely continuing the hunt for fabric and hope to complete the dress in a few weeks.

By: Lizz @ A Good Wardrobe

Lizz @ A Good Wardrobe — Wed, 02 May 2012 17:14:27 +0000

Thank you, Stephanie!
I was so excited about that jersey – I thought it would have a subtle shimmer thread throughout but it’s pretty strong. I’d recommend ordering a swatch. I think in the right garment it could look really great but I was hesitant with a skin tight, full maxi! I know there’s a garment out there that will downplay that shimmer though!
I went snooping at the department stores when designing this to look at the fabric they were using. I hadn’t considered the content but rather just the weight… now that I’ve made this I’m realizing all my favorites at the store were cotton or rayon. The fabric has more of a loft than a drag like the poly. Aghh… fabric education!

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Wed, 02 May 2012 14:08:43 +0000

I agree with everyone else – the skirt looks great on you! I like the length and I think that top looks darling with it. A strappy, flowy cami would be really pretty, too. You’re totally pulling off Venus at the beach – it makes for such a beautiful background!

I am so sad about that shimmery jersey! I love that fabric and have considered ordering some. What are you going to do with it? I hear ya on the poly jersey. The one maxi that I made out of poly fits differently than the cotton and rayon versions. I never wear it and I’ve been brainstorming how to chop it up and make something new.