WEDDING GUEST DRESS SEWING - Smultron Dress Review & Dress Pattern Ideas

[@lucylou4777]

The emerald green dress looks incredible on you!

[@chrisbrooks7659]

The green silk dress looks like a designer dress. The colour is perfect for you! The wrap dress is lovely too.

[@idwerk]

The green dress is fantastic on you (and the Calvin too) and your necklace has inspired me to make use of my too-short pearl choker by adding an old gold bracelet. Thanks for that! Very clever!

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you so much, I’m pretty pleased with the necklace too 😀

[@mariontilton8494]

Love all the dresses and the green looks fabulous on you. I too am well and truly over gathered layered skirts. More fabric the larger you look in my opinion.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

They're great in hot weather though, but yeah can we have something else now please pattern designers 😀💚

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

What a dress! It stunning on you 💚

[@AlexJudgeSews]

😘

[@thegirlwithdustonherface]

I really love the way that hot pink top looks on you! I was surprised when you said it didn’t fit well.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thanks, I think it's just a little out of my comfort zone.

[@alexandrawellington8028]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!! THAT SILK DRESS is beyond beautiful on you Lovely makes and suggestions xxxxxxxxxxxx

[@janiceperkins6115]

I liked both dresses on you. Love the patterned fabric.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Oh thank you!

[@jennetthamilton7942]

I think you made the correct choice of dress to wear to the wedding. It is very unique and the green silk just makes it more elegant. I totally love the second dress but it definitely has a more casual vibe. Using sliders on skinny straps is actually a brilliant idea. I alter so many bridesmaid's dresses that have skinny straps and of course that is one of the areas that need to be altered. I may have to try using sliders on my next alteration.

[@pattykingkade5778]

That emerald green dress looks stunning on you!

[@robyn3349]

Oh, that green number was smashing for the wedding. You look fab.

[@mariepeterson7250]

The emerald green dress is quite spectacular. Thanks for talking about why bias cut straps twist, I will remember that little sewing gem.

[@maggiecawthorn5653]

I absolutely love the green silk dress. Not my style at all but I think it looks fabulous on you no really expensive. I think you can wear a slip dress with a tee shirt and sneakers for an everyday look. I’m going to try the Tessuti Sadie slip dress.

[@houseinnorthcarolina9439]

Alex, the green silk dress looks wonderful on you. Great job!! Suzanne

[@dianemorrall2687]

The green dress is beautiful.

[@mel_issa__]

Your emerald dress is SO beautiful. The color is the best green one could wish for. And I understand you choosing it over the Calvin Wrap, both pretty dresses but the silk dress has a more dressy vibe

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you so much!

[@jaynefederici9140]

Gorgeous 😍 that green is so your colour

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you!! 😊

[@physioontheriver7325]

I loved both your dresses and your suggestions too. A couple of pattern companies I’d not heard of which is also very nice. I’m not sure I could suit the Smultron but I would definitely give the Calvin a go. I like your pink top version. Diana

[@fionnualaryan7584]

Love your green dress

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you so much

[@theresadasilva6235]

The emerald green dress is beautiful. You look lovely in both dresses. 💕

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you so much!

[@michellelemesurier3106]

Luv the green silk dress..it looks fantastic on you...I definitely think the back of the Harron dress would also look great on this dress for a more everyday look..but the "bow" was a fab choice for a more formal event. Have to agree that the fit of the green flower dress in not nearly as flattering, and I'm thinking the tie at the waist might get a little uncomfortable during warmer weather..

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you so much, I need the sun to come back so I can test it out for comfort 😀

[@sueb4919]

I think you definitely could wear the green floral regularly! And love that expression: fine china! 😂

[@Bexbec23]

I've just started to keep a record of my sewing patterns on Trello, and I agree, it's really useful. Your dark green dress is stunning.

[@JaneyJane_sews]

Love that green dress. 💕 You could dress it down with white sneakers.

[@seauxmadre6069]

I think the Calvin wrap dress is stunning on you!! I have had that dress on my list to sew for over one year. I am buying the pattern now because of how the dress looks on you.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thanks so much, strangely the more I wore it in the video the more I began to like it - I just need the weather to warm up again 😀💚

[@catrionacurry8674]

oh Alex, that green dress is absolutely stunning! You look fabulous wearing it, I actually gasped. I like the Calvin wrap dress too, but nothing was going to top the Smultron dress. Fab-u-lous, as they say in Strictly land!

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Oh thank you!

[@cathleenvance4441]

I think both dresses look fabulous on you....yes...i really like the Calvin dress on you..but the dress you ended up wearing was just stunning.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

😘

[@jeanlinder1310]

I absolutely adore that green Smulton dress! I hope I an make one! Your Hallon dress would look a bit more casual styled with a jean or leather jacket and some sneakers. You could also layer it over a turtleneck or cozy it up with a chunky knit cardi.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Great idea!!

[@cathyswope5174]

The green dresses are fabulous on you!

[@foxeymoore]

Alex you look wonderful in both dresses ,the green silk is sensational with your gorgeous red Maine.🌹

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you so much

[@Escape10mom]

Beautiful makes!

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you! 😊

[@kes44p]

Wow, your green dress is stunning. A truly superb make and a beautiful colour that really suits you. Elegant in its simplicity but only because it is so well made.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

ooh thank you. 💚

[@howardpennpenn]

Beautiful! ❤ And, as usual, a really helpful chat .👍..Andrea x

[@graceyhitchcock4013]

That Green dress is stunning!

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you 🙏🏻😘

[@Evohoy]

Omg Alex. That green Smultron dress is spectacular! My best friend is a redhead and always looks amazing in emerald green. It suits your colouring so well. I couldn’t wear that without pockets, but such a beautiful (non-nighty) dress.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thanks so much Evelyn, I was very tempted to put pockets in ❤

[@hanneko7]

Love the green dress on you, perfection.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Oh thank you!

[@Brenda_O]

Wow! Absolutely love your green silk dress. It's a knock out! Great choice and so beautifully made! And I really like your Calvin wrap dress. Hope you find places to wear it.

[@marilynkelly315]

It is really beautiful and so suits you.

[@catherinejoycespillane6414]

Planning my outfit for a wedding in Italy next year . As usual , your style is a total inspiration and am thinking of a version of the McCalls dress , possibly in that beautiful green fabric that you used or something similar.Will have to toile !Thanks Alex , your dress was perfect for you and looking forward to your next vlog. Catherine

[@alisonrundle2132]

The green silk dress is gorgeous, and you look amazing in it.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@sallydingle321]

Hi Alex, the Smultron dress was made for you 👌🙏....you look amazing in it and I'm not surprised you felt good in it 💞. I love your wrap dress also and like you say, would be good at a barbecue or for a meal out👍. Looking forward to seeing your other planned dresses .... happy sewing Alex 😁💝😘

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Don't tell Sally, but I've made two of them already this week 😀

[@sallydingle321]

Why not Alex...if it looks that great we need all the colours 😋👌😁😘

[@camillacochrane6993]

Wow wow wow you picked the right dress pattern. Just perfection for a warm weather wedding x

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thank you! 😊

[@Originallyadressmaker]

Your Smultron dress is stunning! Colour, fabric and pattern are a perfect combo. I have to admit I’ve been hesitant to make anything that’s too scrappy to wear a regular bra with (it’s a droop thing, not a size thing 😆) but I might be tempted this summer 😉

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Ach, I went for full droop in the end on the day and did anyone look askance? did anyone give two hoots? No, was I comfortable - yep. I care less the older I get 😂😘

[@Originallyadressmaker]

@@AlexJudgeSews well I will embrace the droop too this summer! I have had the Hallon dress on my radar too!

[@michellebeyer1096]

That is a stunning dress Alex! Both dresses are lovely but you made the right choice for the wedding. A very inspiring vlog as usual - you have great style 👌

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@littlehills8605]

The Smultron dress is beautiful on you, Alex. I do see what you mean about the Calvin wrap dress neckline but the longer I watched the video the more I liked it too x

[@AlexJudgeSews]

I felt the same! maybe it's just a bit out of the ordinary for me and I need to get used to it 💚

[@rosierycroft166]

Oh so so lovely Alex, a perfect choice coupled with a fabulous fabric!! I bet you felt a million dollars! X

[@AlexJudgeSews]

😀 yep and perfect for having a dance in 😘

[@LoveLight9079]

OMG love the wrap dress and love, love, love the fabric you made it in, you look fabulous in it 🔥

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thanks sooo much Kate ❤️❤️

[@janspenno2241]

Great video. I’m keeping a note of such dresses as I have a wedding to go to but in April next year in the UK. So will need to be careful about weather appropriate outfits too. Thanks for doing this. Loved your dress.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

😘

[@lizsheridan5357]

Fabulous choice and something a bit different but perfect in that fabric, I have made the Blomma tank and Plumeria top by Paradise Patterns and found the instructions great and the stlye bang on. The Calvin is lovely on you but can see why you chose the other for the wedding.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

I must go and check those out, yep I found the instructions to be great too 😘

[@mairead5891]

Great reviews - thank you Alex! Your green dress is terrific, perfect for a summer wedding. Thank you for showing the bra situation too 😊 so many times I'm left wondering what someone has used to look so good in dresses like this! 😂

[@AlexJudgeSews]

You are so welcome lovely x

[@chlomo2618]

Great choice! It looks lovely and it obviously feels great on. We are definitely on the same wavelength at the moment, because my next Smultron dress is also going to be green silk (albeit an olive green)!

[@AlexJudgeSews]

oooh that sounds gooooood

[@sewagnes6706]

Beautiful dresses Alex. I do like the green floral dress, but the Emerald Green dress you made for the wedding is stunning. Funnily enough I've been looking at that same fabric this week as I'm after a green viscose satin for the sewover50 frocktails event coming up in September. I'm hoping to make the Atlas Wrap dress by Masin Patterns and want to make it in something luxurious. Don't know if I'll manage it in this silky fabric as it has a collar and cuffs, however that's my plan! I'm after a Bottle Green though, but can't seem to find a viscose satin in that colour. Have you seen anything? Its great to see you wearing the emerald green, beautiful colour on you. I did see it was half price, so great value at the moment. Thanks for sharing - really helpful 👌😻

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Thanks so much, the hunt for silk viscose wasn't easy especially as I had specific colours in mind (green or orange) hence ending up at the Lady McElroy website. New Craft House have a good range of silks, but as it's often deadstock it's the luck of the draw. If I spot any I'll give you a shout.

[@sewagnes6706]

@@AlexJudgeSews Thanks Alex, I appreciate it. I have a bottle green in mind, but I might just buy the Lady McElroy one as I've got a discount code for 23% off! So bargain indeed. Will check our New Craft House and if you see anything, let me know. Thanks again and have a great weekend x

[@thesewingtrolleydolly7736]

Just Wow! 🙌🏾🥰

[@AlexJudgeSews]

😘

[@kathrynpatterson6565]

I’ve recently come across Atelier Bernier- some lovely ideas there

[@AlexJudgeSews]

ooh thank you I'll look forward to having a browse 💚

[@kathrynpatterson6565]

Oops. Atelier Bernie

[@Evohoy]

"Showing your fine china" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hc00t]

As others have said, absolutely stunning dress. Out of interest have you put it through the washing machine, or dry clean? Many thanks

[@AlexJudgeSews]

I pre washed it on a delicates cycle at 20 degrees and it survived. I'm too lazy/stingy to have it dry cleaned 😂

[@lisajones1036]

Hi Alex, love the silk satin dress and was wondering how it would be using a silk chiffon? I have some beautiful fabric for my daughters wedding in November Queensland Australia so it will be hot. I’m the same sort of body shape as you so am interested in your choices. Cheers

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Honestly, I've only used poly chiffon so don't have any experience of silk chiffon, mostly because it scares me 😂

[@lesleyjones5455]

How many metres did you need in the green silk for your wedding guest dresss

[@AlexJudgeSews]

I ordered 3.5m but didn't use all of it

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

I bet the Rhea dress would look great with a circle skirt instead of the gathered tiers. The Hallon dress needs a statement necklace in my opinion. The high plain neck can be a huge boring expanse of fabric without a focal detail. I love the green satin dress on you but I think the Calvin dress needs a little swing in the skirt, the silhouette is a little too columnar for my taste.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

Good points ❤

[@barbarawarner4645]

I love the print wrap dress. It would get lots of use if it were mine.

[@AlexJudgeSews]

I almost wore it this week to our daughter's graduation ceremony, but it wasn't quite warm enough so I sadly 😉 had to make something new instead.

[@louisecampbell8094]

Thank you for some great pattern ideas Alex. You look stunning in the green dress it’s beautiful. I also love the wrap dress too. I am going to an English wedding in august but I am not that experienced to sew a dress and have big boobs to fit 😂 Thanks for sharing xx

[@AlexJudgeSews]

It often rains in August, so Summer weddings in the UK aren't easy to plan for!

[@lorainemunro7969]

🐯

[@juliesew_me_something699]

Showing your fine China 😂😂😂 new one on me x

[@AlexJudgeSews]

😀😘

[@anessaharris9947]

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