image via Who What Wear also see Missotten sheer skirt at Yoox
I used black because it was what I had …it’s also quite possible everyone has an LBD to wear with it. However, since it’s spring, a lighter, softer hue would be nice …and as stated above, a soft mesh/tulle would be gorgeous and a sheer chiffon would be ballerina-esque, but you’d have to hem the edges. I like to keep it easy for DIYs but if you’re a pro, you could easily close the back seam.
Have Fun!
Gabby / Gypsy*Diaries
WOW Megan! This is really great! I wish I had and could use a sewing maschine…. 🙂
Glamorous Newlywed
Super fun! I love that you didn’t close the back, actually, it gives a little more interest to the piece!
NicholeCamarillo.com
I adore lace! I can’t wait to try this. 🙂
De todo y nada
The last picure is great!!! It’s quite easy I think, I relax myself a lot doing DIY 😉
Allanita
Glamour Bbey.
It looks great on you!
Betty and Veronica
Yet another amazing DIY. I adore your blog!
Mara
Deconstruction
That turned out amazing! I wish I had the time and ability to do this myself…
Kimberly
I did the old t-shirt fringe necklace DIY last night. I was about to get rid of some clothes and figured, “Why not DIY some of these?” I have no clue what to wear it with (mine’s black)- any suggestions? LOVE the lace. I think I’ll try tulle with the new pink and purple dress I have!
-K
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Anonymous
I like your pose next to the garden hose! (It rhymes)
AnnaN
Dear Maegan, could you please tell me where I can buy those beauuuuutifulest necklace from the bottom picture(with the cross). Thank you so much!
Miss Caitlin S.
What great skills you have- looks great
Francesca
i love love love that. i used to have a skirt just like that one and i dont know wear it went. glad i can DIY it now w ur instructions!
xoxo,
F
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ashlina
you have outdone yourself haven’t you….i love it. amazing work.
🙂
ps and you rock it very well!
...love Maegan
ANON: yes …the garden hose shot makes me giggle.. .. it’s soooo long!
AnnaN: the necklace isn’t a necklace at all actually, it’s vintage rosary beads that technically, as far as Catholics are concerned, is sacreligious to wear as a necklace …but since I’m not a practicing Catholic any longer, I don’t care 🙂 You can find one at any religious shop or online -google “rosary beads”
FASHION SNAG
Beautiful!
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Dream Sequins
I would totes wear this- maybe more in like a mesh or tulle though. Great DIY tip!
AnnaN
Dear Maegan, thank you so much! As far as the main religion in my country is not catholic, I didn’t know. I had a similar one from Cyprus, but it was from the souvenere shop, so it’s almost worn out 🙁
Thanks again and have a great day!
You are my inspiration, my muse, my goddess 🙂
Jen
I would love this in a light, springy colour. Maybe a pretty peach or lovely lilac? Definitely one to try! 🙂
kayleya
This looks good. I think it’d work well if it had a section almost “missing” from the front and worn over a black dress to fit in with the rise and fall hem trend I’m loving at the moment.
Iva
I LOVE IT!!! and its funny, you say maybe try making it in a light huge because I’m really trying to lighten my wardrobe a bit…because I wear so much black its even starting to drive me nuts a little…I’m so repetitive with my outfits lately! bleh! and this is a super DIY I totally love it! I really like this lace you have ! its a really nice pattern. Reminds me of Audrey Hepburn’s dress and mask!!! LOVE IT!
and ps your comment above …I wear rosary beads too as necklaces 😉
Natasha
This is a fantastic tutorial and I love the outcome. My Mum did something similar for me at Halloween for a vampire outfit, and it’s great what you can with a few materials and some pennies! xxx
Amanda
You look like a new-age Madonna!
*woot woot*
Underfunded Heiress
What a cute idea!
heather
wow wow wow. that looks amazing. and so high end! thank you for the great tutorial
becauseicantgonaked
MELISSA Z.
Awesome dress! Great!
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Danielle
youre the best. i haven’t stopped by in so long! what a shame.
midnightintern
You’re so creative and brave with your style. I love this look on you.
Mabel and Zora
Great idea.
Alba
Awesome!!!! is amazing! xoxo
Angeles Almuna Design
Cool idea! …..and come to visit my blog I have a nice beautiful giveaway this week.
Kisses
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Valerie
This is so cool! Now I need to go get my sewing machine out of storage and try it myself. Thanks for the inspiration!
Rachel@oneprettything.com
That is so FUN Maegan! I’ll be linking in my next Fashion Roundup. Thanks for the great DIY!
Macy Perrone
LOVE! your DIYs are inspiring
The Style Revolution
LOVE LOVE LOVE
Nina
amazing, I love the last photo!
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apparellel
omg. i just found your blog and i’m so exited. i am hoping and praying that i have enough black lace to do this…. here goes!
xxx
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