12 Sep Matronly Makeover
Is this not one of the most matronly looking suits you have ever seen?
YUK
When my husband walked in and saw this he thought it was a service uniform… Years ago I bought a beautiful Ralph Lauren black suit which I wore until it was thread bare. When it came time to replace it I could not find anything close to it in my price range. I didn’t have an office job anymore and couldn’t justify the splurge, so I bought this suit from Talbots.
That was four years ago and I have worn it once. I felt so old and ugly in it after I wore it that one day, that I put it in the back of my closet.
Well, here it is now……… I shortened the skirt three inches and cut away the flare on the sides. It’s not the Ralph Lauren suit I once had, but the new silhouette is far more flattering on me and I can wear the skirt with some of my favorite tops now. Believe it or not, I didn’t own a basic black wool skirt….
My new skirt and suit – Free.
Tracey
Posted at 07:42h, 10 OctoberI’m glad I found your blog via PatternReview.com. I will be going through my fabric stash and closet with a new eye! Thank you for sharing….your work is inspiring!
Whenever my mother and I buy Talbots blazers or jackets, the first thing we do is run out and buy new buttons. Your tailoring has given the suit new life!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:41h, 10 OctoberThank you so much for your nice comments. This suit should have the buttons replaced too! It is amazing how a slight alteration can completely change a piece of clothing, and I am enjoying bringing a new look to some pieces I thought I’d never wear and/or never wear again.
Jen
Posted at 13:04h, 11 OctoberLove the remake of your suit. The top looks fabulous with the skirt!!!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:14h, 12 OctoberThank you so much, Jen!
Dianne
Posted at 21:57h, 06 JanuaryI love your blog! But i have to know…!!!! did you make the blouse in the “revamped” picture of your suit? I absolutely love it and must have one like it!!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 07:03h, 07 JanuaryThanks, Diane!
The blouse is a St. John silk top that I bought a year and a half ago. I love this top and have tried to recreate it – unsuccessfully so far. I did find this pattern that I’m going to try soon – http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v1127-products-10461.php?page_id=865.
The St. John top closes by wrapping around the neck while this Vogue pattern has a back closure. I’ll keep you posted because the St. John top is truly my all time favorite!