Rise to the head of the class with this sharp menswear-inspired set! The Valedictorian Bow Tie and Suspenders is a classic combo with so many options. The tie can be made and worn traditionally or as an adjustable clip-on, while the suspenders can be created using leather loops and buttons, or purchased metal clips. Even […]
The Chess Club Trousers are an elevated basic for your wardrobe, with a very vintage silhouette updated in a modern stretch woven fabric for everyday comfort. These slim fit, ankle-length pants have a side zipper and pockets with a full pocket stay to maintain a smooth front. They’re classic in a solid stretch twill, but […]
The Charm School Princess Bodice Sloper pattern was released to active Inner Circle patrons on October 17, 2024 as part of their Patreon membership. The pattern is not available for purchase or via Patreon. It was a one-time-only benefit. — xoxo, Gertie This pattern was originally delivered to active Inner Circle patrons via Patreon on […]
The perfect cape for the spookiest season of the year! The Glampire Cape is an expansion of the Drama Club Cape pattern, with a simple straight front opening, an optional hood, and a longer length. It’s great in black velvet lined with red satin (with press-on fangs, of course!) for all your costume fantasies, but […]
Just in time for fall (and all of your vintage Halloween fantasies), the Drama Club Cape is here! This belted beauty looks prim and proper from the front, with raglan shoulder seams, pockets, and a wide 1930s-inspired collar. But from the back, it brings all the drama! The Drama Club Cape can be sewn in […]
Isn’t she a dream? We’ve taken the classic vintage circle skirt and turned it into a fantasy ball gown for all of your prom and homecoming dreams. The Homecoming Skirt pattern comes in two lengths, with an optional asymmetrical spiral draped overlay for added drama. It is fully interchangeable with every Lamour-series bodice and also […]
Banish any traumatic memories of gym class and replace them with these comfy, classic, vintage-inspired Varsity Gym Shorts. They are a cozy companion to this month’s pattern, the Varsity Sweatshirt—perfect for playing, lounging, or sleeping in. Just don’t sleep so late that you miss class! — xoxo, Gertie This pattern was originally published on Patreon […]
Sometimes you just need a comfy sweatshirt for living your cheerleader fantasy (or for lounging around the house in style). Enter the Varsity Sweatshirt! Designed with two different necklines and two lengths, it can be a sporty top with a letterman-style chenille monogram or an extra glam version in sequin or velvet fabric. Whichever options […]
It’s not quite a pencil skirt, and it’s not quite a flared trumpet skirt…what is it? It’s the Boardwalk Slim Skirt! With the swish of a bias-cut skirt (although it’s cut on the straight grain), this magical slim skirt has just enough flare for walking ease. A Lamour-series expansion for the Boardwalk Sundress, it can […]
Charm’s summer school is now in session, and I have the perfect pattern for you to celebrate the season! The Boardwalk Sundress was inspired by the iconic blue polka dot milkmaid-style dress worn by Marilyn Monroe during a 1957 photoshoot with her husband Arthur Miller. Charm’s version includes thin shoulder straps, a gathered bust over […]