Lisette Diplomat Dress (Simplicity 1878)

The new Lisette patterns have hit the stores, and I quickly scooped one up over the weekend.  Not to sound overly dramatic, but the Diplomat Dress (Simplicity 1878) is my new favorite dress pattern.

I made view C with the 3/4 sleeves using Lotta Jansdotter’s Moira print in deep indigo.  Even though I didn’t bother to match up the print on the front center panels, I think the dress turned out okay.

I love the fit of the dress.  I usually have to make pattern adjustments when I make garments for myself, but I didn’t have to make one change to this pattern. Yet another reason why this pattern has become a new favorite.  Well, I did make one teeny tiny adjustment.  I added an invisible zipper instead of using a regular zipper.  I think it gives the dress more polished and finished looked. I thought adding a yellow zipper would add a subtle pop of color.

I am so thrilled with the results, I cut out view B of the dress last night.  For those of your who work with me or who frequently see me, I apologize in advance.  You’ll be seeing me in different variations of this dress probably more often than you like.

Tags: JP Knit and Stitch, Lisette, Lotta Jansdotter, Diplomat Dress, Simplicity 1878