DIY Leather and Wool Dress

BY admin on October 19, 2015

Mimi G's leather and wool dress

Mimi G’s leather and wool dress

Take a cue from Mimi G and you too can pull off this gorgeous luxe look. Break out of your wardrobe routine with a leather and wool dress. Mimi G used a pattern and made slight alterations to fit her frame. The end result is beautifully crafted LBD with a twist and fits like a glove. For a look that’s sophisticated for work but still luxurious and fun, take on this trend for yourself.

Streamlined shapes look universally flattering on everyone. Pair with sleek, pointed heels to elongate legs and balance out proportions. Other ideas include adding quilted leather sleeves to a simple wool dress, giving a sense of elegance and a hint of luxury. Get inspired by designer duds from Celine, with a geometrical block of leather to amp up the edge.

Helmut Lang went for an asymmetrical hem, mixing in abstract shapes of leather for an undeniably cool creation. look in the form of a shift dress with a peter pan collar. Get inspired by these of-the-moment trends and set out for a DIY version of your own.Or, take an alternative spin on things with an edgy remix. Craft a wool dress with patent vinyl fabric as a substitute to leather fabric.

One trip out on the town in this eye catching look and you’ll definitely score tons of street style credentials. Add fun extras, like a gold metal belt to add definition to your waist.  Rachel Zoe inherently knows everything about being chic, probably because she literally wrote a book on her fabulous style. It comes as no surprise that she nailed a fresh leather and wool waistline. Create the illusion of curves with a pinhole belt, the perfect way to add an hourglass shape. Browse through our plethora of options here at MJTrends, from faux leather to belted accessories.

Written by Jade Nicolette



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