DIY Outfit – Striped Dress

It's still crazy hot in LA and I'd really like to start wearing Fall clothes but meanwhile, I'm trying to work some transitional pieces into my wardrobe so that I can at least imagine that Fall is here. This dress is a great example of a transitional piece. The sleeves and high neck make it covered up just enough so that when paired with tights and a cardi, it would actually keep you quite warm. 

How to DIY a Striped Dress

Step 1: Today's inspiration dress is this striped dress from Zara. It even has a really cool little gold zippered pocket on the side. 

Step 2: For the pattern you need a basic a-line dress with elbow length sleeves. Simplicity 2054 is a great option as is the Laurel dress by Colette Patterns. 

Step 3: For fabric, most any knit, like this stripe, will do but a nice thick double knit will easily take you into the Fall. 

This would be a really simple dress to make and just the kind of project that I love to do–quick, easy and very wearable.

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