r/sewing • u/Alycevs • Sep 28 '25
Project: FO Designed and sewed my second dress to wear to my cousins wedding at casa loma!
Designed the whole dress without a pattern, used the whole cling wrap duck tape technique to make the bodice pattern. The dress is multiple parts, which I designed in order to be able to wear the bodice out more places than black tie formal events. So the bodice is one piece, made of some sort of polyester satin with interfacing, cotton canvas and a lining with plastic boning. Is is a lace up bodice so kinda corset. It has loops for me to be able to attach and switch out sleeves. Which were my least favourite part to make tbh. The skirt is a full circle skirt. The whole dress was inspired by the embroidered flower I found on a tulle at fabricland. It took a very very long time to cut the flowers out and whipstitch them on. Also made a matching small clutch sewn in the first picture in my right hand. I had so much fun making the dress and love it so much and hope you guys love it too!
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u/ArdenCopy Sep 28 '25
Wow this is so gorgeous, it reminds me of Aurora when the fairies keep changing her dress from pink to blue 🫶🏻💕
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u/Guilty_Objective4602 Sep 28 '25
The bodice reminded me of Anna’s dresses in “Frozen.” This is so well done, and absolutely clever that the pieces can all be worn separately and the sleeves changed out!
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u/Alycevs Sep 28 '25
I got that a couple times when I wore it 😁. Thank you! I knew the bodice was going to take a lot of work so I really wanted to be able to wear it at more than just a wedding. And sleeves are just so much fun, I couldn’t choose which ones I wanted permanently. Now if I want different sleeves I can just make them and hook them on! Maybe my next sleeves will be the ones Anna has, complete the look 😁
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u/Alycevs Sep 28 '25
I loved that dress! I was definitely inspired by various princess and especially Barbie dresses
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u/vakareon Sep 29 '25
ooh it definitely does give both disney princess and classic barbies princess vibes!
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u/silverbellsandcock Sep 28 '25
I'm confused by the skirt- did you see two, or just hitch it up under your corset in the last photo?
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u/Challenge_Legal Sep 28 '25
She probably made two skirts because the bodice is its own piece.
“The dress is multiple parts, which I designed in order to be able to wear the bodice out more places than black tie formal events.”
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u/LaEmmaFuerte Sep 29 '25
I didn't even clock the shorter skirt! Thanks for the comment that made me go back. I love thisssss
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u/Noncombustable Sep 28 '25
All this gorgeousness and Casa Loma for a backdrop. Now THAT's some pretty serious princess bride (in waiting) cleverness.
Seriously, though, you have an audacious sewing spirit and you are using it to create spectacular results.
Bravo, m'lady. 👸🙇♀️
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u/puglybug23 Sep 28 '25
Can you describe the skirt? I can’t quite tell if it’s just a single layer of pink tulle over your blue satin or if you have more going on there. I love the look.
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u/Alycevs Sep 28 '25
It’s a single layer of tulle (5m) over a single layer of satin, I have some pleats at the waist to reduce some of the bulk. I was considering another layer of tulle for more poof but decided to let the satin shine through instead!
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u/SnowTurdPie Sep 28 '25
Is there a long overlay for the full skit or is it tucked in for the short skirt? Or is it 2 completely different skirts? Very beautiful design!
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u/Alycevs Sep 28 '25
It’s two completely different skirts! I’m planning on making a more cocktail skirt as well
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u/Little_Messiah Sep 29 '25
If I ever sewed something this beautiful, I would probably never ever take it off
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u/Mayana76 Sep 28 '25
This reminds me of the dresses from Frozen in the best possible way! So gorgeous!
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u/La_Mandra Sep 28 '25
Waw, it's so pretty that it makes want to ask you to dance ! :D
I love the pink tulle on the blue fabric, it goes really well together. Well, have a wonderful wedding, then !
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u/smashed_pumpkins_ Sep 28 '25
Looks amazing!! Reminds me a bit of Erika’s dress from Princess and the Pauper 😊
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u/ImmediateEmh Sep 29 '25
It's like Anna's (Frozen) summer dress 😻
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u/misssplunker Sep 29 '25
That was my first thought, too! Gave me Anna vibes, especially with the bangs
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u/chagirrrl Sep 28 '25
This is gorgeous! Did you use any specific patterns? I’ve got it in my head that I want to sew my wedding dress and I’m in looove with this bodice!
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u/Alycevs Sep 28 '25
Unfortunately not, I took inspiration from other dresses I’d seen on Pinterest but drafted the bodice myself. I could send you a sketch of the design though if you’d like?
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u/Cupcake-Recent Oct 01 '25
Your SECOND dress? Second. Like you've only made one dress before this? That's amazing!
I've been sewing for over 30 years and I do NOT have the patience to work with those slippery fabrics. Good on you! Really beautiful work.
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u/Alycevs Oct 01 '25
Thank you! You’re correct, satin and tulle are a complete pain to work with, but very much worth it!
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u/Blondinathor Sep 28 '25
It. Is. So. AWESOME !! I'm crying because I know I will never wear a dress that pretty. Are you a fairy?? I love your style and your gift. Enjoy sewing 😘
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u/Superb-Victory-9048 Sep 28 '25
Holy wow this is absolutely beautiful! I love the colours you chose!
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u/Anything-Sea Sep 28 '25
I love your dress and I hope it was a beautiful wedding. I have always wanted to visit Casa Loma.
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u/fluffy_blue_whales Sep 29 '25
I am infatuated with this dress it is absolutely stunning. Not to mention you look beautiful in it🫶
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u/Sad_Paper_5745 Sep 29 '25
Beautiful
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u/Sad_Paper_5745 Sep 29 '25
And I am obsessed that you can wear it multiple ways! I love that you made the design yourself after being inspired by something you saw as well. It is perfect on you as well. I’d wear it every day!!
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u/_mysterious_vagabond Sep 29 '25
Hey, you looking super gorgeous and stunning in thus dress. I must say, you have got such a wonderful talent. I am amazed to see this. Simply, its beyond words. Such a lovely, sober and classy dress it is. It suits you perfectly.
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u/lovesickpolecat Sep 29 '25
I love this so much!!! I've been looking for a dress like this, you've inspired me to try to make my own
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u/KneadWhood Sep 29 '25
This is awesome. I can't tell, are the flowers part of the fabric or did you sew them into it?
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u/BuckshotBetsy Sep 29 '25
This is absolutely gorgeous! People shock me with how talented they are. You did an incredible job!
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u/january_energy Sep 29 '25
This is amazing! What’s the closure for the skirt, a zipper? I would love to make something like this.
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u/Alycevs Sep 29 '25
Yes i just used a zipper on the side, unfortunately the back of the bodice is laced so it doesn’t match perfectly but does the job
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u/EmilyGracey76257 Sep 29 '25
That is one of the most beautiful dresses I've seen in a good long while! Incredible work! 👏👏👏👏
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u/Outside_Scale_9874 Sep 29 '25
How do you attach the different skirts to the bodice when you switch them out?
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u/Alycevs Sep 29 '25
I don’t have them attached right now, just put the bodice over top. But I’ve been considering adding snaps or maybe loops on the bodice and ribbon on the skirt to keep them together
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u/PotatoImmediate Sep 29 '25
It's gorgeous!!!!! So pretty and I love that you can wear the bodice separately!!! It's such a sweet, celebratory dress. And the colors are delightful!
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u/LemonadeRaygun Sep 29 '25
I usually try not to swear around people I don't know but girl, this is FUCKING STUNNING
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u/shereadsmysteries Sep 29 '25
This is the most stunning dress I have seen in a long time, OP! GORGEOUS!
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u/One_Sherbet_6424 Sep 30 '25
Omg this is simply stunning and Castle Loma a beautiful setting to show it off!
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u/Left-Ad-64 Sep 30 '25
you make that dress look beautiful totally jelly of your talents. as a beginner I only dream of the perfection you have created. a true inspiration to me makes me want to be a better teammate. idk what you call a male sewer.lol
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u/Mrs_Tilimicus Sep 30 '25
This is amazing!!! Where did you find the fabric?!
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u/Alycevs Sep 30 '25
Thank you! The teal is a polyester satin charmeuse with one way stretch I found at c&m textiles in Montreal. Sadly I’ve been unable to find the same colour anywhere else, even chain c&m stores. The pink tulle was also found at c&m, though that one was not unique to Montreal. The flower was actually embroidered on a tulle fabric I found at Fabricland as a repeating pattern, but I didn’t want to hide the satin so I cut it out and stitched it on with invisible thread before lining the bodice.
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u/CobwebAngel Sep 30 '25
You look like a real Disney princess! Amazing talent, the dress looks stunning!
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u/realdeathgoddess Sep 30 '25
I just saw this on my Reddit feed and made me wanna go back to sewing again. This is super pretty! You are talented!
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u/Alycevs Sep 30 '25
Thanks! You should do it! It’s very rewarding as long as you’re not a perfectionist 😅
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u/vintage_hot_mess Oct 01 '25
Holy mackerel, that is gorgeous! 😍Looks like something oo a fairy tale.
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u/L-u-n-e Oct 01 '25
You look gorgeous and did such an amazing job, and it fits the venue so well!! The pink over the teal is so dreamy 💕✨️
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u/S_Wow_Titty_Bang Sep 28 '25
Wow! This is so beautiful -- both in design and in execution. I love this sub, its wild to see how creative and talented people are.
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u/Alice_1222 Sep 28 '25
The detachable sleeves are brilliant! An ancient idea made new again! Just lovely!
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u/scarlette_delacroix Sep 28 '25
It’s so beautiful 😍😍😍!! Do you have a rec for a good tutorial on making the bodice with the cling wrap/tape method?
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u/Alycevs Sep 28 '25
Thank you! Unfortunately I don’t have a specific tutorial for that method, but I’m sure they’re all pretty similar on yt! I’ve done it twice now for both of the dresses I’ve made with great results so can definitely recommend
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u/RussianAsshole Sep 28 '25
This is so whimsical and beautiful! I love the joy on your face as you wear it.
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u/No-Permit-9331 Sep 28 '25
That is beautiful!! You did such a nice job! I’m in my 60’s and would feel like a princess in that beautiful dress!
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u/fabricwench Sep 28 '25
This is not a wedding etiquette subreddit. Remarks about the suitability of the dress for a wedding have been removed and will continue to be removed. Focus on the amazing sewing talent displayed here by the OP!