Monday, October 7, 2013

Jewel Tone for Fall

I just adore jewel tones! (You know, because they go well with my coloring.) And the 40s is a great era for jewel tones.


This dress is Simplicity 3895 from the early 40s.


I've been in an early 40s kick lately but more on that later this week.


I also wore out my 40s turban for the first time. My husband wasn't too enthused about it but I loved wearing it!


When I first made this dress, I wasn't sure how I felt about how covered I was but it's a really great look for chilly days!


Overall, it was a winning look! Do you like jewel tones for fall?

13 comments:

  1. Stephanie Lynn,
    You look gorgeous with your dress,turban, and all. I love jewel tones, I just haven't sewn any dresses in solid colors. But your post has just inspired me to go shopping for some jewel tone fabric and sew a nice fall dress.

    xx,
    Jacqueline

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  2. This color looks amazing on you! I'm also loving the turban look!

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  3. Oh, I love a 40s turban. Is it original or sewn?

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    1. It's an original but was hand made by someone in the 40s. One day when I have more time, I want to try to make a pattern from it.

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  4. You look lovely! Great dress for fall too.

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  5. What a bright, and vibrant color! And the draping of the dress is marvelous!

    xoxo
    -Janey

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  6. I love this outfit! And how cute are in you in that color? Add the hat and you seriously look like you belong in His Gal Friday.

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  7. What is it with husbands and silly hats? My husband can't stand my silly hats either but I love them!! That turban is absolutely fantastic and the blue is gorgeous on you! x

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    1. I think they are just jealous. ;) But I make fun of my hubby when he wears his kilt so it all evens out.

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  8. This colour really pops, and it has made a dress suitable for day wear glamorous enough for evenings too!

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  9. This is gorgeous, and I think you're rockin' the hat!

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  10. Breathtakingly beautiful! I adore your whole outfit (that hat is sublime!) and completely agree that jewel tones look awesomely with your colouring.

    ♥ Jessica

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