Wednesday, September 04, 2013

Blue Button-Down Blouse

I got this men's shirt on Freecycle. Unfortunately, there's a sad little stain on the upper right side of the chest.

Blue Button-Down Blouse

Blue Button-Down Blouse

But the fabric was a nice breathable cotton, perfect for Texas. This men's wardrobe staple is destined to become a woman's wardrobe staple - with just a few tweaks!

I cutting off the sleeves and added darts to both the front and back (one of which swallowed up that little stain). I also cut a chunk out of the back to fix the too-big armholes, and of course, rehemmed those armholes.

Now the only dilemma is: do I wear it with or without a belt?

Blue Button-Down Blouse

Blue Button-Down Blouse

Or maybe tucked in with shorts and sneakers for a more casual look?

Blue Button-Down Blouse

As always, more details and photos can be found at CarissaKnits!

6 comments:

Andrea said...

Ok, can I just say that your body looks rockin' after your weight loss! Good for you :) I'd wear this top all three ways!!! It is seriously such a good basic that can be dressed up or down and looks cute and comfy without being sloppy. Love the new tailored look and again, congrats! You look great :)

concretenprimroses said...

I agree. It looks great all three ways.
Kathy

Carissa said...

Thanks, Andrea!

Lazyfish said...

In the shorts!Looks great :)

IWOM said...

Since jeans, a T and pearls is my go-to look, I opt for the tails out, no belt look. It shows off that great dart job!

IWOM

Salla Ronkainen said...

Wow, the result looks so nice! I should try that with my husband's shirts he doesn't use.