Famous Frocks: The Little Black Dress

"e;[A] stylishly presented collection of sewing patterns for 10 LBDs; O'Shea also shows how each pattern can be adapted to another look."e; -Publishers Weekly Coco Chanel, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly . . . Each of these women had an influential take on the most classic wardrobe staple of all: the Little Black Dress. In this chic sewing book, patternmaker Dolin Bliss O'Shea pulls inspiration from famous LBDs throughout history including Mary Quant's mod mini, a classic wrap dress worn by Liza Minnelli, Princess Diana's smart A-line, and more and offers patterns for reinterpreted versions that are perfectly stylish. Including ten full dress patterns with sewing variations to make twenty garments in all, a primer on sewing techniques, vintage photographs of style icons, and full-color shots of the finished pieces, this book has everything fashionistas need to bring timeless style right into their closets. "e;Features famous little black dresses over the decades. Learn how to sew up Audrey Hepburn's Sabrina Dress or Kate Moss' sexy lace dress of the millennium . . . The patterns in this book can take you through the work week to weekend cocktail parties!"e; Coquette