When grey became a popular colour the past couple of seasons, I realized that I didn't have a single grey garment in my entire closet. So, jonesing for a quick fix, I went shopping with a friend. I know, I know, RTW is considered blasphemy in many circles, but I wanted grey and I wanted it now! At Mexx, I found a really cool piece that had a bunch of elements that appealed to me. Grey - check; argyle - check; cardigan - check; deep V-neck - check. So, I scooped it up and brought it home. There was only one problem - I had absolutely nothing to wear with it. So, in an attempt to remedy the situation, I purchased two beautiful wool gabardines from Fabric Mart - one in a light dove and another in a darker steel shade. Both these fabrics were made up into Loes Hinse Hepburn Pants. (Big surprise, eh? I think this is the fourth garment post in a row to feature this pattern. What can I say? Carolyn brain washed me into embracing TNTs!) See the results below:
As you may be able to see in the photo to the left, I had to do some repair work on the dark grey pants. I had almost completed the pants, when I noticed a tear in the fabric. I don't know how I missed it during the cutting out, construction and
pressing, but there it was. Thankfully, it was located very close to the inseam, so it wasn't in a totally conspicuous spot. I debated about trashing the pants, but I figured I would try salvaging them. I pressed some fusible interfacing to the inside of the pant over the tear and then zig-zagged over it. In the picture, the flash brings out the shininess of the thread and makes it look more obvious than it is in real life. The first time I wore the pants to work I asked my friend to look them over with a critical eye and tell me if she saw any problems. It wasn't until I actually pointed out the repair that she noticed it. So, disaster averted!In the picture to the right, you can see the dark grey pants paired up with the inpiration cardigan. I really like the way these two garments look together.
Up Next: Adding to the "Better Grey than Never" wardrobe.
13 comments:
Hi Shannon .- Gray is one of my favorite colors. Surely these pants are going to give you much "game". I love the style of the tunic as well. greetings, Paco
Well, I love gray and I love the way you mixed it with your inspiration cardigan. I think these will see lots of wear -- gray opens so many possibilities.
But I'm right...right?! *LOL* How easy is it to get 4 pairs of well fitted pants in several different colors?! Would that happen if you were fitzing around with 4 different patterns? Would that happen in RTW?
I like your fix btw and love the argyle sweater!
The argyle sweater is awesome. Gray is really a fabulous neutral. I like gray with pink, peach, yellow--most colors blend with it. Love the pants!
I ahve always loved grey, now I have stopped colouring my hair and my head is also grey I am worried I won't be able to wear it anymore! Pants would work as they are not close to my face - thanks for the idea! I have read with interest your posts lately about how pleased you are with your LH Hepburn pants. As a pear shape I have been hesitant to try them, I notice they are elasticated at the waist which is something I usually avoid at all costs! Do you find it is bulky?
Yep, TNT's are the way to go. Also I notice that you are favouring comfort very much after making the vintage fitted SWAP. All these recent garments looks so soft and comfy =) And those shoes (a couple of posts back)look perfect. Must see if I can get those here.
Love the garments in this and your previous posts! Thanks for the inspiration.
Hi Shannon,
I love grey, especially grey flannel. I was wondering which fabric is the best for these pants as I see that you have used different weights. Also, how wide are they on? I would love to see you modeling a pair! Vogue Patterns Magazine did an article years ago pairing different greys with camel and chocolate brown. If I can locate it, I'll send you the issue number.
Marguerite
I love these pants. I love that you have started posting regularly again - but let's not keep all the sewing to ourselves for so long in future, eh?
I am learning to love the TNT too. Don't tell Carolyn that she's right. g
That's it! I'm getting that Hinse pattern. Those pants are just so pretty. And that sweater is sharp.
I love the cardigan paired with your pants, perfect match :)
--I pressed some fusible interfacing to the inside of the pant over the tear and then zig-zagged over it--
That is EXACTLY how I mend tears in my clothing.
I love the internets, LOL!
Grey pants are a must and very versatile because you can wear them with almost every color! I love gray paired with coral, red, turquoise, etc.
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