When it came time to select a pattern for my costume, I needed something that was tightly fitted to either the waist or the hips, with a sweetheart neckline. Traditionally, Wonder Woman's belt is at her waist, but since my costume will be extending much further (since I will be swapping out panties for a skirt), I don't want to OD on blue with white stars. Fitted to the hips sounds better to me.
I have been unable to find a dress that fits those criteria, so I have decided to adapt a corset pattern. Butterick 5797 (view D) is my choice, and it shouldn't be too difficult to add a skirt to it. I don't have a skirt pattern picked out, but it shouldn't be too hard to steal one from a another pattern or draft one myself.
Good choice! I'm looking forward to seeing the result. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you! I hope I live up to everyone's expectations.
DeleteOh wow! I'm designing a costume for my step daughter. She really wants to wear a corset. I didn't even think to look to Butterick
ReplyDeleteButterick also has some more traditional corsets too, for tight-lacing. (This one uses a zipper.)
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