Altering the Bodice of Simplicity S9702 👗 (& pattern review)

I love this pattern but I felt like the V neckline was way too deep to be practical for me. It also bothered me that the bodice didn't meet in the middle as this meant I had to line both the bodice and the first tier of the skirt. With a few changes to the front bodice piece, I fixed all these problems and I'm really happy with the results.
Happy sewing!

[@maxinekershaw9756]

This black and white is just….amazing. I LOVE all of them and for different reasons. I wear a lot of black and white so this takes the design to another level in my opinion. Additionally, I’m this girl. Maxi/multi color/layered/patterns, etc…just in Love. Thanks. Hate I didn’t know of you when I visited the UK but I’m coming back😂

[@PerfectJacket]

Thanks! Yes, mixing all the monochrome prints in that black and white dress was really fun.

[@aribella6913]

I seem to always have to Jack up my v necks. They are always so plunging. Great tips.

[@PerfectJacket]

Thanks! Good luck, it's a fab dress. 👗🌸🌷🧵🌼

[@robyn3349]

Thank you! I know just which patterns I will use this technique to raise the necklines a smidge.

[@PerfectJacket]

Changing the neckline a little makes it so much more wearable! 🧵🦋👗💛🌸

[@cor3944]

8 yards is much fabric and expensive. The altered smaller dress at the left seems to me very nice, more summerlike and less “overdressed”. Thank you for giving altering advices. Very helpful!

[@PerfectJacket]

Thanks! Yes, the short dress is perfect for summer. I plan to make a few more.

[@sandrahorne8742]

Thank you 👗😊

[@PerfectJacket]

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