So here finally the picture of the dress.
It fits nicely at the bust, and also falls nicely from the hip down. The part inbetween is not so good because of the size difference between my bust and hip. I took several cm in at the side seams and darts, but now there is some volume in the front where my body doesn't have much volume. But even if I had found a better way to get rid of the eccess fabric, I realized that this type of silhouette is not good for me, just emphasises the pear. I wore (and always should wear) the dress with a jacket over it, to give me more "weight" on top.

The professors had some tough questions for my husband, but I did my best to have a confident expression. The party was nice, and now he works in New Zealand for two months.

Next project: Long Black Dress for PhD defence

After our wedding the next important occassion that asks for a special dress is my husband's PhD defence in the end of april. I will be his paranimf, that is the analog of a bridesmaid for the PhD candidate.

Traditionally tailcoats are worn, but nowadays suits are also worn. Women often wear dresses. I already have been told it can not be too much. Now I am looking for something festive/gala/official/presentable to make.

Last year I bought this satin woll suiting that was called tuxedo-satin by the shop. It has a dull side with shiny stripes and a shiny side with dull stripes. The stripes are small (7 per inch). I have more than 5 meters, that would be enough to make a three-pieces suit with an extra skirt.



I came across this picture of a long bodice-dress in a fashion magazine. A long black dress would be very festive and appropriate. The skirt part should not be too slim (pear-body shape) and not too wide (because the fabric is soft but heavy, and striped; and because of the occasion).



burda magazine 12/2008 "Bambi awards" also has many patterns that go into the right direction. I think I should have sleeves or a blouse or a jacket. Not sure yet if I should make a one-piece or two-pieces dress.