Although typing the word "October" makes me cringe, the full preview is up on the Russian site of Burda, and since I don't have anything else to blog about this week, let's dig in!
This issue seems to have some very nice outerwear patterns:
I have a soft spot for military jackets and Burda periodically includes one; this one is not bad at all. The skirt is a pattern as well, a nice, draped twist on the pencil skirt.
I think this is the designer pattern of the month, but I don't know; I really like the proportions of this coat, the pockets, the collar and the little buttons. Of course the fact that it's made in black fabric and the terrible lighting of the picture make it impossible to figure out more about it.
This cape is in the plus size section (which I always neglect) and I find it super cute. I love the length and the arm openings, which make it much more practical.
I'm not 100% sold on this blouse, but at least it's interesting from a design point of view, a nice twist on collars.
Like the previous pattern, I'm a bit on the fence with this one. I wonder how much bulk all those bodice pleats/darts can create (assuming that's what they are) and how flattering they can be. I wish, ONCE AGAIN, that there were a better photo to show the garment. We should fill a petition and send it to the Burda headquarters asking for clearer pictures.
One thing is for sure, though: I hate the bell bottom sleeves, they scream early 90's and Medieval fair to me.
One thing is for sure, though: I hate the bell bottom sleeves, they scream early 90's and Medieval fair to me.
Gorgeous, gorgeous dress. I think this might look good on many body shapes, and it's so chic and effortless. That cowl is really beautiful.
And finally, a couple WTF moments, because we all love to hate:
NO. Just NO.
The pattern is not bad at all, but I had to comment on the photo. Length, fabric and styling are probably the ugliest, most unflattering combo I've ever seen.
