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Mustard Yellow Quilted Dress

When I saw this dress, at first look I thought it could have been a blanket. New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress

It was sitting in a pile of clothes and all I saw was the shiny yellow quilted skirt, yet still it had to be mine.

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress

I thought it just needed some simple length adjustment...

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress

...but then I found something else!!

Check out the pits!!

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard dress

They're completely worn out. Completely! So, on top of the length tweaking...

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard dress

...there's some pit tackling to handle as well. I needed to take in the body a bit, so I worked on the arms as well, stitching right next to the worn out fabric.

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard dress

Length trims came next...

Length trims

I cut. I pinned. I sewed.

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard dress

New hem in minutes!

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard dress

With a belt to create a bit more shape at the waist and some ankle boots, my dress was ready for dinner!

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress

I love the different shades of yellow on the skirt portion! I stuck to neutrals when it came to my accessories, however pairing this with black shoes and a black belt could give it a totally different vibe.

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress

It's still rather mild out, so a jacket wasn't needed! (I'm heading to the cold soon though, so I'll feel the chill that some of you are experiencing now!)

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress

And, the best part...the pits!! Not see-through anymore. Not worn out anymore. Score.

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress

Fun and comfortable was the name of the game tonight.

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress

Just a little mending, gives a completely new look to this vintage frock!

New Dress A Day - vintage mustard yellow dress