There's nothing really wrong with the patterns of this month, I'm just not particularly excited about any of them. I think this is mainly because of two reasons:
1. there are just separates, and you know I'm a dress kind of girl;
and 2. these patterns are mostly very classic in style, and I usually prefer something either quirky or retro.
and 2. these patterns are mostly very classic in style, and I usually prefer something either quirky or retro.
But let's see, shall we?
There is a LOT of outerwear in this issue! I find it a little unusual, since we're fast approaching warmer temperatures here in Italy, but that's ok.
I'm not particularly excited about sewing jackets, so none of these patterns really call out to me, but there are a couple interesting one, especially the first trench coat. Jacket #19 feels very outdated to me, while I quite like the details of #22, which I think would look much better in a darker color.
I kinda sorta like the first outfit (again, not on myself), and I really hate the second one. The macrame lace on that top looks terrible and the fit of the pants is embarrassing. Just no.
This blouse is really interesting, but it looks much more like a costume than like something one could wear in real life.
The skirt is cute, but I've seen it a thousand times.
The pencil skirt is cute and every girl should own one, but as I mentioned for the previous skirt, it's something we've seen before.
The jacket is just frumpy, as confirmed by the sad, sad facial expression of the model.
In conclusion... yawn.
I'm hoping for a more modern (or more retro!), better styled, less random issue next month.
This one just wasn't for me. Is it for you?
My pics are #14, #15 and #25 (very cute jeans, lovely blouse). I don't know what's going on with LMB - the styling has been just bad and dated this last year or so. They used to be so fashion; I think they should make some changes. I used to be wowed when I was flipping my magazine - now I can barely pick one or two patterns that I love. Plus now they include kid's fashion, men's fashion, crafts and plus size in almost every issue, so there are even less patterns for me. (sorry for the rant!)
ReplyDeleteI like the first two coats very much but how many coat patterns can one woman sew? The black blouse is intriguing. I'm a bit dubious about the fact that they've tucked in the peplum on the front view though.
ReplyDeleteOn the whole I'm liking LMB more than Burda right now - sacrilege! I don't subscribe to LMB so love reading your reviews.
Those trousers are awesome #3! I love them. Nice selection ^_^
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Ally
I've read the 80's are coming back. Hmmmm. I wonder if this was the direction they were going with these designs?
ReplyDeleteAnd what happen to the girls boobs in the second jacket? Whats up with the creases where her female anatomy should be? Am I missing something?
Well, I wouldn't *not* wear most of it. But I agree - not very exciting.
ReplyDeleteI hope the 80's stay in the 80's!
ReplyDeleteI really like the fact that there is so much outer wear! I really like jacket 19! But I don't know If I'll be buying it. I'm working on a pavot right now so I don't need extra outerwear right now :)
ReplyDeleteI agree it does seem a bit dull for spring, where are the light and pretty separates or dresses. I think they repeat styles from issue to issue.
ReplyDeleteI agree, so jacket heavy! And that last dress pattern just screams "Mother of the Bride," especially paired with that jacket
ReplyDeleteYour blog is so inspiring! I've been wanting to start making my own clothes for ages, but too many things have been getting in the way. But now it looks like I'll be able to get started pretty soon. I was wondering if you could provide a few tips about good projects for absolute beginners. I suppose there are plenty of those around, but I really like your style and the projects you choose, and I would quite like to make something I'll actually enjoy wearing not just something that is easy, if you know what I mean. :)
ReplyDeleteYour blog is so inspiring! I've been wanting to start making my own clothes for ages, but too many things have been getting in the way. But now it looks like I'll be able to get started pretty soon. I was wondering if you could provide a few tips about good projects for absolute beginners? I suppose there are plenty of those around, but I really like your style and the projects you choose, and I would quite like to make something I'll actually enjoy wearing, not just something that is easy, if you know what I mean. :) For example, do you think it would be possible for someone who hasn't sewn anything other than an apron before to make the Anemoné skirt, the Belladone dress, the Bleuet dress or the Plaintain t-shirt by Deer and Doe?
ReplyDeleteI agree - it looks like this issue is one they forgot to issue in 1992 - just terrible and so dated
ReplyDeleteHi Ida,
ReplyDeletesorry for taking so long to reply. Do you have an email address where I can write you? Or you can write me at paunnet@gmail.com :)