Thursday, March 25, 2010

Thanks and Oddities!

When I started my blog, it was definitely with the thought that it was a nice way for my friends to keep up with me and a great way to chronicle my hobbies. I was hoping to share a few recipes and keep myself motivated with sewing, which was a new hobby for me. Then about a month ago, I hung out a "Follow this Blog" shingle and now there are 16 of you! Thank you so much for reading my blog and commenting on my projects. And a special thanks to GwenSews, who awarded me a Sunshine Award on Monday!

I'm sorry to say that I still have not photographed the latest pants muslin. I'm a bit pressed for time this week and feeling rather snarky. So, I feel compelled to share... I received an email about Vogue Patterns' spring collections today (correction 3/26: it was about their summer collection). The pattern that most jumped out at me - and not in a good way - is this Chado Ralph Rucci caftan. (Really, has "caftan" ever been associate with anything good?)


I'm not sure what is worse: the pattern itself or that it is a close relation to the Lanvin garbage bag dress, that Tilda Swinton wore to the Oscars last year. Not even an original monstrosity.

In fairness to Tilda, her dress had a bit more shape and somewhat less potential for her to spread her arms and be blown away like a kite on a blustery day. (See, I told you I was snarky! I'm not sure what has gotten into me.)

What do you think?
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12 comments:

  1. gwensewsMarch 25, 2010 at 5:56 PM

    I was just thunderstruck looking at the new Vogue lineup. Really--how many of us are going to wear a romper?

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  2. Faye LewisMarch 25, 2010 at 7:00 PM

    It's a pleasure following your blog!

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  3. VictoriaMarch 25, 2010 at 9:32 PM

    No prob, I'm having fun keeping up with your sewing adventures:) There are some "interesting" Vogue Summer patterns! I just had to shake my head.

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  4. sewistafashionistaMarch 26, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    As you are in Spain, does Vogue come out with a different pattern set there than in America? I ask because I have seen the Vogue spring collection in the States and I'm sure I would have noticed a giant red silk mu-mu. I am going back and look at their collection again and see if I missed anything else juicy.

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  5. 30 before 30March 26, 2010 at 10:10 AM

    You know? It's still a better look than anything with shoulder pads.

    :P

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  6. ClioMarch 26, 2010 at 10:41 AM

    Gwen - Exactly.

    Sewistafashionista - I'm actually not in Spain, but NY. In the photo I was traveling, which I also blog about.

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  7. Mikhaela ReidMarch 26, 2010 at 4:04 PM

    great meeting you today! I didn't realize you were also based in Brooklyn--have you ever attended the Brooklyn BurdaStyle Sewing Club meetups (usually in Carroll Gardens)? I went for the first time Sunday and it was super fun...

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  8. ClioMarch 26, 2010 at 4:09 PM

    OH! No, I haven't, but I'll check it out. I'm actually only a fake Brooklynite at the moment - born and raised there, spend most of my time there, haven't changed my drivers license, but (hangs head in shame) living in the suburbs of NJ at present...

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  9. SheilaMarch 27, 2010 at 3:19 PM

    The amont of fabric needed to make that garment I am sure it could be use for something better.

    Thanks for lovely compliment on my jacket and dress.

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  10. AnonymousMarch 28, 2010 at 2:57 AM

    I agree that I would not wear a caftan to work nor would I be seen wearing one to a red carpet event or outside the house. Personally I find caftans great for lounging and sleeping in. Imagine after a full day of being in closely fitted clothing to find yourself cocoon in yards of smooth silk. Pure luxury. chaldo's design has beautiful drape.
    Sophie

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  11. AnonymousMarch 28, 2010 at 7:18 PM

    It was really great meeting you on Friday. I hope we can meet up again soon!

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  12. DigsMarch 29, 2010 at 12:42 PM

    I love Tilda and her unique sense of fashion. She gets criticized a lot for it, but she could wear a real garbage bag and I'd still be her fan. She looks great here.

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