SEW THE LOOK - JANUARY EDITION

New year, new you? After a stretch of lockdowns and home office vibes, it's time to move on from the daily lounge uniform. There's no need to ditch the comfort though. We have picked out some classic and comfy looks that will help level up your homemade wardrobe to that effortless chic style. 

Take a look at our sewing pattern and fabric recommendations for each of the styles below and let us know what you think in the comments.
 

1. SHORTS

Sew the look:
Our Corduroy Fabrics
Our Tweeds
Our Soft Tencel Twills
Ex-Designer Polyester Twill Suiting in Onyx Black
Genet Shorts by Deer & Doe Patterns
Flint Shorts by Megan Nielsen Patterns
 

2. FLORAL MIDI DRESS

A year-round staple, it's always worth having a midi dress in your wardrobe and florals are a mood-boosting evergreen trend that will never go out of style. Use a drapey viscose fabric or tencel for an ethereal look, or if you prefer more body try a light non-stretch shirting, chambray or linen.

Sew the look:
Our Range of Viscoses
Our Range of Linens
Nicks Dress Sewing Pattern by Closet Core Patterns
Taika Blouse Dress Sewing Pattern by Named Clothing

3. HIGH NECK MIDI DRESS

This is the ultimate everyday dress that will see you from day time to evening. Dress it up or down with a quick switch of accessories. Use our ribbed Tencel Modal jerseys for a lighter version or choose our self-stripe viscose ottoman knit if you prefer a slightly heavier fabric.

Sew the look:
Our Ribbed Tencel Modal Jerseys
Our Self-Stripe Viscose Ottoman Knits
Nikko Top + Dress Pattern by True Bias

4. SAILOR INSPIRED TROUSERS

Nautical theme never goes out of style and it works anywhere and any time. Wide legged sailor pants are dressy but comfortable. Use medium weight woven fabric such as cotton twill, denim, corduroy, light to medium weight woollens and linen.

Sew the look:
Our Cotton Gabardine Twills
Our Denim & Corduroys 
The Quinn Trousers Sewing Pattern by Merchant & Mills