Saturday, April 25, 2015

'Me' Time

My turn of the 'rota'.
My choice?
Separates. Comfortable, easy-to-wear but still snappy.
First up, a Lisette Continental blouse.
Modified to fit me
I sewed it up in some gorgeous sand washed linen I purchased on our Victorian holiday.
I am definitely heading back there again.
I love this blouse so much. It has a lovely shape, no potato sacks here, but plenty of ease to pull up to feed.
I did add a couple of inches the hem.
The skirt is self drafted from a 20 year old favourite.
It pulls on with a high smooth elastic waist, it needs to be made from a very stretchy fabric. 
Here it is after a full days wear.
A bit creased but ever so comfortable.
I do like the shaping at the back
Next, another favourite
Outfit number two.
Late Lunch tunic by Liesl+Co made in the same linen.
Paired with some McCalls capri pants.
For the tunic, I made a size 8 with a DD FBA.
I went with a size 16 length to play up the tunic look, which I really like.
The capri pants have a centre back zipper and back darts. They are meant to have front darts but I leave those off to allow for my tummy.
And how do they fit?
I love the tunic, the trousers.... not so much.
They turned out really baggy. I think I will stick to leggings with this top.
I do like the subtle shaping of this tunic. It is so comfortable but just so neat.
I really really like this top.
I am still pretty blobby after having Trixie and way way too tired to do serious exercise yet.
I just feel so jolly nice in this tunic and The Twins always comment when I wear it.
And believe me, if they didn't like it, they wouldn't say anything.
See, much better with leggings.

31 comments:

  1. Gorgeous outfits, Nicole! You're looking fabulous.

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    1. Thank you Catherine, I struggle posting photos of me but everyone is so kind and I appreciate a modelled picture on a real body so I figure I have to step up.
      xx N

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  2. You ARE nice in that tunic! I love both garments and you are looking pretty in both of them! SaSa

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    1. Thank you SaSa, it is a lovely linen. It crushes but is so cool and comfortable.
      xx N

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  3. It does look terrific with leggings. Very flattering on you!

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    1. Thanks Masha, absolutely, I think leggings are the go.
      xx N

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  4. Wow - you look gorgeous!
    Separates are great to sew (and extend your wardrobe) and that linen is fabulous. The tunic looks perfect with leggings! Very flattering indeed ;)

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    1. Thank you Ana Sofia. Separates are best for me, with feeding and the multiple changers from baby posset it makes for a good working wardrobe.
      xx N

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  5. You're looking great Nicole - and lovely makes. Yes, definitely better with the leggings! Perhaps the pants will find a better match with a more fitted top.

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    1. Thank you Jane.
      After your suggestion I tried the pants with along sleeve tee and a scarf, so much better, thank you!
      xx N

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  6. Look at you, beautiful! I love the pops of color you pair with these. I haven't ever noticed the back on the Continental, I really like it. And I agree, the LL looks fab with leggings. All your sewing looks great, and the best part it is for you!

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    1. Thank you Britters, it is quite hard to sew for me, I don't really like my body right now and at least new clothes make me feel better.
      xx N

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  7. Thank you Britters.
    My tummy is still pretty wobbly so I like to feel neat but not uncomfortable, tunics fit the bill well (plusI can still access the boobs)
    xx N

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  8. The grey linen is lovely. You look really great too!

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  9. Gorgeous as always, Nicole. That linen looks wonderful. One day, I'll actually sew for myself!

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    1. Thank you Sandi. Seriously, make a rota, so you do get a turn!
      xx N

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  10. Both tops are wonderful, Nicole! I agree that the Late Lunch definitely looks better with the leggings. A pair of skinny jeans would work too!

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    1. Thanks Cindy. I cut out the trousers just after Trixie was born, I guess I was still bit puffy.
      I tried Jane's suggestion of pairing them with a fitted tee, with rolled up legs and flat shoes, and I really liked them.
      xx N

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  11. You are amazing. Beautiful outfits and they look great!

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  12. I'm a big fan of the late lunch with pink accessories ;o)

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    1. Thank you Colette.
      I am totally in love with tiny bead multi strand necklaces, I can pretend I am at the beach.
      xx N

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  13. It looks great with the pink accessories and leggings!

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    1. Thank you, I think I need to embrace the legging, so to speak, but only with a long top!
      xx N

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  14. The shaping on the back of the first top is really quite lovely! And the late lunch looks so great with leggings. I have the late lunch pattern but I'm dragging my heels on trying it. One of these days! :) The pink necklace and shoes are such a great and stylish touch in that last picture. Love it!

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    1. Thank you Elizabeth.
      I like a shaped back as I (kid my self) hope it is a little flattering.
      The Late Lunch is great but definitely take your higher bust measurement and do a FBA.
      xx N

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  15. I was reluctant to do the continental blouse (it is in my stash) (the boobs are a concern) but maybe I'll try it now that I have seen yours (blouse that is).

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  16. Heather, I wear a DD so I hear you! (And I have my belly to deal with) I find with the roads I made, it is my go to blouse. I wear it over a tee shirt any day.
    Thank you!
    xx N

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  17. I love the gray color of both tops. Those pants look great - I'm sure with a different shirt they would be awesome. The second tunic is my favorite of this set for you though. It is so slimming and I love the waistline :)

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  18. You are so sweet Kristin.
    The Late Lunch is a bit of a favourite of mine.
    xx N

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