The Norma Turban was inspired by the character of Norma Desmond (played by Gloria Swanson) and her fabulous wardrobe in the 1950 dark comedy Sunset Boulevard. The film is incredible (with costumes designed by Edith Head), but I am absolutely obsessed with the Sunset Boulevard musical currently playing on Broadway, too. It’s a classic! — […]
You’ve been asking for a simple, vintage-style A-line skirt for ages, and here it is! We’ve elevated this 1940s classic with a full lining, a shaped waistband, and optional patch pockets with decorative button flaps. It can be made as a skirt separate or paired with any bodice in the Stanwyck series to create an […]
Inspired by the striking dress Grace Kelly wore to wake Jimmy Stewart in Rear Window, the Lisa Bodice is a fully lined and very fitted raglan sleeve bodice, with an elegant deep V-neckline, front and back. Pair this bodice with any bottom pattern in the Lamour series to create your own Hollywood-worthy dress, jumpsuit, or […]
Directly inspired by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, this pattern expands the Sabrina Dress with two different bodice back options. The Holly Bodice Back pattern includes a dramatic structural U-shaped upper back (similar to the one in the movie), as well as a simple strap design. Like the Sabrina Dress, these backs are compatible […]
What could be more iconic than a little black dress? The Sabrina Dress celebrates the classic simplicity of Audrey Hepburn’s style (in movies like Sabrina and Breakfast at Tiffany’s) with a fully-lined boatneck bodice, French darts, three sleeve options, and a pleated pencil skirt in two lengths. Plus, the bodice and skirt are both interchangeable […]
So Much Drama! The Hollywood Robe is an expansion pattern for the Hollywood Dress, with a looser bodice, a dramatic drop sleeve, and an optional long train for the skirt. Inspired by the extravagant robe that Jean Harlow wears in the 1933 movie Dinner at Eight, this garment is stunning in sequins with faux fur […]
The Hollywood Dress is dedicated to three icons of the silver screen: Jean Harlow, Marilyn Monroe, and Dorothy Dandridge. This versatile design is a draped woven wrap dress with three sleeve options and two skirt lengths. Depending on your fabric choice, you can stun in a sequined or satin evening gown, lounge in a glamorous […]