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Simplicity 2178 Cynthia Rowley Dress

I wanted to make myself a dress for my daughter's high school graduation party next week, and chose Simplicity 2178 which is a design by Cynthia Rowley.  I originally chose to make the longer maxi-dress, but the consensus from my family was that it looked too costumey- too much like a Roman, so I shortened it to knee length.
The fabric that I used was a silk-linen blend- very vibrant in color with a nice weighty drape. 
The pattern features a side invisible zipper, a faced front, pockets, and a shoulder tie.  I really love dresses with pockets!  The shoulder tie is a nice touch, and the other side with strap allows you to still wear a regular bra.  I would advise that you use a fairly thin fabric if you are doing the version with the shoulder tie, as by the time you knot four layers together, it can get thick and heavy, which isn't the look you'll want. 

I had to shorten the length of the shoulder strap by 2 inches.  I also did a full bust adjustment and added a couple of inches to the waist.  From the back view, I can tell that the back bodice was a little too long, so I'll shorten it, if I make it again to get rid of that fold in the back.  Overall, I'm really happy with the fit, and the adjustments were easy enough.  I now can't wait to part-ay!

Comments

  1. KristyMay 19, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    That is so pretty! You look beautiful!

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  2. mollyMay 19, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Looks like a great summer time dress

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  3. SusanMay 19, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    You look amazing in this dress. Very flattering.

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  4. Virginia's DaughterMay 19, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Very nice AND cute. Great color! Looks very comfy too! I can't wait until we have that kind of sunshine on a consistent basis. It's about 50 degress right now and raining! Nice work! Love your dress!

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  5. Amy StantonMay 19, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Very pretty! I like the length too. Good call :)

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  6. LoriMay 19, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Very pretty dress. Congratulations to your daughter on her graduation.

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  7. KarinMay 20, 2011 at 2:57 AM

    You look fantastic! It's very pretty and definitely flattering on you.

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  8. Jane MMay 20, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Fabulous dress! Fits you perfectly and the color is wonderful on you. Congrats to your daughter and to you for picking such a wonderful design.

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  9. LisaMay 20, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    What a fabulous dress , I love that colour. I also love the fact it is bra friendly .

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  10. TanyaMay 20, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    That colour is stunning on you!

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  11. MushyWearMay 21, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    Wow! This color and style is so flattering on you. You really look amazing in this dress!

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  12. KarinMay 22, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    Great dress. I love the vibrant colour. And congrats to your daughter!

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  13. Meghan BJune 2, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Beautiful sewing job, and beautiful you!

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  14. VickiJune 5, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    3 beautiful dresses! And I think I like yours best. Very flattering :)

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  15. RebeccaJune 19, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    this is is adorable. i love the color you chose.

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  16. TommyJune 21, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    That is a new look even if it is from an time past. The cut is the attention grabber and then the shapely fit and then the length. I would say you were a hit at the event. Seriously, this is a well designed and sewn dress.

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  17. angie.aJune 26, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Pretty! Very flattering too.

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  18. SistuJuly 14, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    I'm here for the first time and already know that not the last:). beautiful dress and that colour...

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  19. alicia88September 21, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    wow. That's great. Thumbs high.

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