Dress bag - do-it-yourself pattern

Today, the wardrobe of a modern woman consists mainly of trousers and suits, based on the fact that it is not only elegant, but also quite comfortable. However, dresses do not give way, since they are the most feminine element of the wardrobe. Only in a dress, every woman, regardless of age, is able to feel herself an easy and fragile creature. Unfortunately, most of the standard models are already boring with the current fashionistas, so designers are constantly in search of something new. One of these innovations is a dress bag - a pattern with your own hands will be completely uncomplicated. This is a fairly convenient and practical style that is suitable for both daily wear and for parties. Therefore, if you decide to get such a fashionable thing, we suggest you right now learn how to do it.

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Features and types of styles

Despite the fact that such an unusual style is considered a new invention, the first analogue of a dress-bag appeared about 300 years ago. In those days, women sought to wear dresses that would emphasize their femininity, were comfortable and did not constrain movements. The first bag dresses had a classic tight bodice, long sleeves and a fluffy loose skirt.

Unfortunately, such products did not last long, and the second prototype entered the fashion arena after the First World War. At that time, fashionistas preferred their unpretentious and completely simple clothes. However, the bag became popular only at the end of the last century, when eminent couturiers launched it in their collections. Today, a bag dress is an element of the wardrobe of women and girls who lead a dynamic lifestyle. In addition, in the modern interpretation, such products are sewn from a wide variety of fabrics, complemented by various accessories in the form of stripes, embroidery or appliqués.

Important! The modern bag dress has a very simple cut that completely hides the female figure. It has no chest and no waistline stands out.

Before you sew a dress bag with your own hands, it is very important to choose a style first. Depending on the cut, this item of women's wardrobe can be made in such models:

• With pockets. This is a great option for both everyday life and for the office, and due to the large patch pockets, the image as a whole gets a touch of mischief.

Important! For even more originality, designers recommend patch pockets to draw in contrasting colors or make them from textured fabric.

• With a zipper. This is another variation of this style, and lightning in this case can have not only functional, but also decorative value.

Important! The zipper located on the back can visually make the figure thinner, since the vertical line in the clothes always slim and visually stretch.

• With smell. This is something between a dress and a bathrobe. Unfortunately, not every girl can afford to wear such a style because of her non-standard cut, as it can visually ruin the figure.

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Who goes with what to wear a dress bag?

Unfortunately, due to the fact that the outfit is very specific, it is not suitable for everyone. The main contingent to whom the dress bag goes is tall and thin girls. But even if you do not have a model figure, with the right selection of style, it will suit absolutely everyone, for example:

• Elongated models below the knees will be a great option for long-legged girls.
• Dress-bags with a skirt a few centimeters above the knee will suit low women.

Important! In order not to choose between beauty and comfort, short models can be supplemented with warm tights or leggings in the cold season.

• For thin girls, such an outfit will create additional volume, soft roundness of forms.
• The little bag-dress will hide all the problem areas.

Important! Full women with short stature need to handle such a thing quite carefully and avoid patch pockets, draperies and horizontal patterns. Also in this case, the dress bag requires the presence of high heels.

In addition, correctly selected accessories are an equally important aspect. With a bag dress it is best to wear:

• A variety of bags. They should not be very large, since your main outfit is already voluminous. The most optimal solution will be clutches, as well as models that are worn in the hands. A great option would be a small envelope handbag on a thin metal chain.
• Scarves. In this situation, it is appropriate to use both thin satin scarves and knitted scarves of large knitting.
• Beads. They should be long in one or more rows. Due to the vertical orientation, such an accessory will visually stretch the figure and make it more slender.
• Leg warmers or socks. These so unsightly and standard details of a women's wardrobe can make your image flirty. The dress bag will go well with both sports sneakers and shoes.

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How to sew a bag dress?

We bring to your attention the idea of ​​how to sew a dress bag from the most ordinary summer dress - there will not be a special pattern here. First you need to prepare the tools and materials you need to work:

• A sundress or summer dress is several sizes larger than yours;
• Soutache;
• Remnant;
• Threads in color;
• Needles;
• Sewing machine;
• Scissors;
• Tape measure.

Once all the necessary has been prepared, you can immediately begin to work. The procedure is as follows:

1. Take an old dress, separate the top from the skirt. If there are sleeves, they also need to be ripped off.
2. From the back, make a V-neckline.
3. Fold the folds on the back of the skirt. If desired, this can be done in front.
4. Sweep the bottom and top of the product, if necessary - make all adjustments.
5. Sew the dress on a sewing machine, sew the edges.
6. Download an example of soutache embroidery from the Internet. Transfer the pattern to the fabric.
7. Using a sewing machine or manually embroider a finished outfit.

That's it, your bag dress is done! You can use other types of decor for this model. In this case, it all depends solely on your imagination and taste preferences.

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Independent production of a dress bag is a very easy, fast process. The most important thing is to work creatively. Only in this case you can create an original and unique thing that will give you comfort, a feeling of lightness.