Tuesday, February 3, 2009

The Faint Memory of Soft Blue and White from Mornings Past.




There has been something on my mind about the style of dress I want to make with the blue and white striped fabric I showed you yesterday, but I couldn't quite put my finger what the inspiration behind it was.
Then when I finally found time to read Teen Vogue today the realization slapped me across the face.
Men's pajamas! the striped are just larger than classic pajama fabric. I have been thinking of soft gathers and pleats, flowing and comfy, but with men's wear inspired details to refine it just a bit. Just like the cozy pajamas that your father wears. Now that I have realized what my inspiration is I can focus on the design, instead of trying to think of exactly what I am reminded of by the fabric.

photos are from teen vogue march 2009

6 comments:

  1. mens pajamas and that editorial sound like great inspirations!... Im curious what the result is going to be like

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  2. the first photo is so great
    and the model is gorgeous!

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  3. I loved this spread when I found it in my Teen Vogue the other day! one of my favorites from the mag in a long time...and a great place for inspiration.

    I love your idea and can't wait to see the results =]

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  4. ooh i love these pictures!
    i've always liked my dads striped shirts and pajamas but never gave much thought to it- perhaps now i'll decide to raid his closet and do some tailoring!

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