I made up this 1970s era dress because I’m fond of the contrasting white collar and cuffs. Overall I’m very pleased with how it turned out: it fits well, is comfortable to wear, and was inexpensive to make, since I bought the fabric for less than a dollar a yard at Michael Levine’s Loft in the fabric district in Los Angeles, and the buttons on the cuffs were bought at the thrift store. My only changes were to leave off the waist-ties so it will be easier to wear with cardigans and jackets when the weather finally cools off, and to lengthen and widen the skirt to be more comfortable to wear and walk in.
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Of all the vintage garments I’ve sewn, this dressing gown has the best combo of elegance and usefulness that I have come across! I used a polyester jacquard, in a rich burgundy with a flowing drape like a rayon, and fully lined it in a crepe finish lining. My pattern was easy to make and is generally well fitting – it’s a re-print of a German design offered through “Repeated Originals” on Etsy. There is an arched waist seam, wide bell sleeves, and two filigree metal clasps to close the asymmetric bodice wrap. For more on what a dressing robe is, 
