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Vintage details: Paisley fans
I just came across this pretty paisley dress at croatiavintage and was really taken by the little fans along the front placket. Wouldn’t this be a darling application for a button placket on a silk dress? I think it would look amazing in a knock-out solid color.
They look extremely easy: just strips of fabric that are gathered at one side to create a fan shape.
Comments
Chedva
May 4, 2010 #
I really don’t like paisley, but I love the detail!
Sarai
May 4, 2010 #
I feel pretty much the same, though I like paisley a little more than I used to. It does have a nice menswear-ish vibe in the right circumstances.
clare
May 4, 2010 #
I’m not that keen on paisley in general but love the colour of this and the fan details are adorable. Must try this technique on a garment!
Andrea
May 5, 2010 #
I love all things paisley and that fan detail is gorgeous! Thanks for the inspiration.
Twill Jill
May 5, 2010 #
Those fans are one of those things that Threads magazine likes to call a “delicious detail”. I’m going to have to try them on something!
Jane from NZ
May 5, 2010 #
Ooh I love them! I am planning a winter dress with a placket and these would look great. Thanks for once again finding something cute to inspire us all
Kirsty Mowatt from UK
May 16, 2010 #
i really love this. Particularly the vintage pattern and shape.
Great piece.
Very inspiring for my projects…