Sunday, March 8, 2015

Thinking Lagen Look

I am sure that you have all heard of Lagen Look - a style of layering clothes, quite often involving layers of trousers, dresses and tops, asymmetric or hankerchief hems, loose fitting garments that work together and with others - a kind of smart/casual look.  Now I am not at all an expert on this style, but there is something about it that rather intrigues me. I couldn't quite put my finger on it until I realised that some of the clothes that I wear, and enjoy wearing actually fall into this area.


These are some of my favourite work combinations -  and will be a great starting point for my next adventure (and as an aside, I rather like the slightly longer hair . . . . ).  Now I want to move more towards the casual look - shorter jackets with longer shirts/dresses, cropped trousers, Oooh!  I can't wait!

I have been prompted to investigate this look/style further as I will be working from home more often from now on.  Although I get to dress quite casually at work - jeans is the norm for most of my colleagues, I do like to dress more smartly - I've got to wear my lovely clothes somewhere!  However, I now have the opportunity of doing my job from home, so will be spending more days in my home office and as much as I like my PJ's, I was looking for something that was just as comfy but still work appropriate.  Sort of!

Now there are quite a few mainstream patterns that I think would give me this aesthetic such as these:






Source: Vogue 8793


And these lovely patterns that were gifted to me from the lovely GMarie - thank-you so much!  So many patterns . . . . . !  I think that she knows me better than do myself!

I downloaded a few patterns designed by Tina Givens, in particular the Jaqueline suit and the Phoebe top and trousers.  So I am busy cutting and taping right now - these pattern pieces are HUGE in comparison to the jeans and cropped cardis that I have been making of late (I think that the shorter cardis will look great with a longer top hanging under).  I've also sorted out some fabrics to play with:


There is a lovely mix of cotton, linen, ramie and bamboo.  Oooh, purdy!

Well, I am off to play now - I should have some photos by the end of the weekend . . . . . but in the meantime, how well do your sewn clothes match your life?

9 comments :

  1. The Laugen look is interesting but I wouldn't be able to wear it as I need a defined waist or I look sloppy. Your new patterns look interesting and I'm looking forward to seeing your new clothes!

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    1. Now you see my waist left me many years ago, but I hear what you are saying. It is interesting to see what works for some but not for others!

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  2. Lovely patterns and fabric. Look forward to seeing what you make. Have fun.

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    1. Thank-you! I have made two 'slips' and a pair of trousers, and so far, so good! Just need to get them photographed!

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  3. Ahh, so this is the start of your new work from home wardrobe plan...I look forward to seeing it develop...

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    1. It is exciting! I've been playing with linen and ramie this weekend - it is lovely to work with!

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  4. I can really see you in this look. It's so fun to start down a new route! I need to do a bit of that myself. I am still wearing handmade casuals but I am dressing more smartly on a daily basis for work and could do with making some slightly more formal stuff. Apparently we are swapping!

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    1. You are quite right. I love your casual clothes - they suit you perfectly, it was just a matter of finding something that would work equally well for me. Have fun with your more formal wardrobe - I look forward to seeing what you make, I'm sure it will be fabulous!

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  5. Very purdy indeed. Looking forward to seeing what you make with them.

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