I have found so many patterns in the major pattern company books that are unabashedly exposing skin almost anywhere on the body. I am hoping this year we will see a revival of modest dressing. We can do it. Let's start fresh this year with some feminine and beautiful dressing for the Lord. Revival starts within each person. It doesn't have to cost, just use what you have or get out your stash and imagine with a renewed outlook. I am getting patterns ready and lining up fabrics from years of stashing and reimagining what can become of what I have or can find at the thrift shop. I was listening to another podcast stating that tight garments are going out, for some, as I think a more comfortable style is desired. Tightness in clothing can be uncomfortable and that is easily remedied by wearing looser clothing.
If you are truly interested in making an outfit or dress that will work for you, I suggest watching this YouTube video: The Best Dress Pattern for Your Body Type and another one: My First Ever Special Occasion Dress. There is a bit of explaining first in both of these before she shows the details.
Clothing & Modesty This is another good sermon on this subject.
Listening to the above sermon on modesty seems to remind us again that the future clothing styles continue to expose as much as possible on a woman. I must say women are becoming more gullible in believing that exposure is not the issue but making her feel comfortable in the world.
I have been searching for some different approaches to casual femininity in dress. Some of these dresses I have put in previous blogs, so please pardon the repetition. Also some may need sleeve length and/or hemline adjustment, or a neckline raised. Tightness or looseness of clothing is a personal matter that we must weigh against what would please the Lord God and seek his wisdom to be modest and appropriately dressed.
Take these ideas and see what you come up with.
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| The above dress is from McCall's 8449. |
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| A casual skirt paired with a contrasting blouse makes a neat and modest look. |
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| McCall's 8342 |
This dress and a few of the following are found on
etsy for reasonable prices.
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Hinterland dress by Sew Liberated
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StyleArc Montana Midi Dress plus extension |
| Available at Style Arc and Amazon |
This one above, with an extended length and belt or elasticized waistline, would make a comfortable dress.
You may prefer dresses with a more distinct waistline, and these are available in pattern books and Etsy. I have just put out some examples for a looser fit for the next 3 seasons. Some of the looser dresses shown could be cinched in with an elastic casing or ties attached to the sides and tied in back.
In all things, whatever we do, we must always consider who we are glorifying in the image we present. May our ways and thoughts be pleasing to the Lord and may people notice our demeanor and more especially our joyful and radiant face that reflects our heart attitude.
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