Sadly, I am utterly rubbish at taking 'before' photos for comparison :( Mainly I think because once I decide on a project I'm in such an eager hurry to get on with it that such things simply do not occur to me...alas! :)
I've had what was this dress for a good 5 years and not worn it in nearly 4. It was lovely, a wraparound with short sleeves and a little mandarin-esque collar but it didn't fit all that well and was a bit too dressy for everyday wear so I decided I had nothing to lose and chopped it up!
I'm very glad I did, I now have a beautiful high waisted skirt that keeps the original pleating detail of the dress but is much more wearable. I used one of the original wraparound ties for a waist band and added a couple of lovely glass buttons and a zip fastening. The fabric is gorgeous, a shimmery teal taffeta with stitched white polka dots perfect for dressing up or down! :)
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