30s Summer Wear

Hello all! I meant to post this a little sooner but I got a little wrapped up in school and cake making for my nephew's birthday party tomorrow!



This has been my stand-by summer outfit. I used Wearing History's repro Sportswear Separates pattern and a cheapie 70s halter pattern, instead of trying to go the more expensive and rare route of something authentically 1930s.



Both components came together very quickly and simply, the top in an embroidered linen and the trousers in 100% navy linen, both from JoAnns. The very cool thing about the halter is that it could easily be made to be reversible because of the way it's made, so I highly suggest you search for a pattern of your own with the fewest amount of pieces!

You might already be familiar with Wearing History reproduction patterns if you follow Lauren's blog. Lauren is so sweet and talented, and she brings her impeccable taste and style to her shop in the patterns she chooses to repro. Check them out if you haven't already!*

You can probably see that I did not check a mirror before taking these photos, haha. I've since gotten a hair cut as well, yeesh.

Giveaway note: Kathryn, please contact me or Xandra! I don't think either of us have heard from you yet. I think once it's been a week it'd only be fair to pick someone else to receive the prize. Thanks!

*I wanted to point out for the record, that all WH patterns I own I bought, and no one's ever paid me to review something. Lauren is a fellow FLounger and I just think she's great!