The blouse-shaped bodice, complete with a pointy collar and short puffy sleeves, adds a touch of vintage charm, while the decorative green belt cinches the waist, enhancing its fairy-tale silhouette
If a full black suit feels too formal, soften it with a matte knit top instead of a crisp shirt
US 0-10, EU 30-40, UK 4-14
I got so many great compliments at my wedding about my dress, everyone couldn't believe it used to be my mother's dress
Set in Istanbul in 2013, the novel is structured around a November day when American Catherine, and her seven year old son, William, attempt to flee her Turkish husband Murat, with the help of her lover, an American photographer named Peter, and their friend Deniz
Before I cut out this dress, I tried on the one I made before and I was a little worried about it being tight across the bust