Curated in a black shade of our premium stretch crepe, for a figure hugging top, which transitions into our premium satin for an elegant finish on the puffball skirt
The lace Azaelea dress (as seen above on model and TV host, Louise Roe)
I wanted to harken to the original, which had a malachite stone in it, so I found some vintage stones in Providence, Rhode Island when we were shooting, and we had them added to the dress
Optional: 1/4 yard for trim or about 160 inches of store-bought double-fold bias tape (I used my bias tape maker that thing rocks!) 1/4 inch elastic Basic Sewing Supplies iron/sprays starch Peasant Dress Pattern * Note : My peasant dress pattern has been updated since this tutorial was written and is now a full dress pattern instead of just the bodice that you see in this tutorial
Bias-cut for fluid movement
On the other hand, a shallower plunge can be equally flattering, and still feels appropriate for work or dinner with the in-laws