I’ve been very disappointed with the BurdaStyle magazine lately. Lots of shapeless sacks, and generally uninspired styles. I still love their accurate drafting but haven’t been in love with what has been put out lately. IMO clothing should flatter, and not much of what they have been putting out lately would flatter anyone other than a size 36 rectangle. So, I’ve been searching for a replacement.
I always admired but have been apprehensive of trying Marfy patterns – the thought of having no instructions to fall back on is terrifying, not to mention the fact that they are sold only in single sizes. Oh, and no technical drawings either. Just a drawing, which you have to print off the web. However, I’ve made significant strides in my alteration skills this year, and I’ve also been trying to become less reliant on the instructions. I’ve also read on PR and from other bloggers that Marfy is exceptionally well-drafted, and there’s just enough pattern markings to help you put it together. The last incentive was the recent Club BVM announcement that there’s now a 15% discount on them, which should more or less cover shipping.
To help ease myself in to Marfy, I made sure to pick two styles that were IMO absolutely stunning, Marfy 2037 and Marfy 2836:
I love the draping of 2037, and the sleeves and bodice on 2836 are rather unusual and beautiful. I’m always looking for styles that work with my pear shape, and I think these fit that requirement.
A few days later, I decided to purchase Marfy 1905 and Marfy 2155. I actually purchased 2155 just for the sleeves, but I love the cut of the body as well. Depending on how much time I have, I am thinking of making 2155 out of some lightweight pima broadcloth I have and submitting it to Pattern Review’s Natural Fabrics contest.
