To elevate this look, pair the dress with heeled sandals
Crafted from a stretchy red knit material, this stunning maxi features a bodycon silhouette, strapless neckline with inner elastic trim, hidden back-zip closure, back vent, and bold hot pink 3D flower embellishment along the bust
MATERIALS USED: Rayon/Lycra leopard print jersey from Mood Very light weight, fusible interfacing from SIL Threads Snug Hug rayon seam binding FLAT PATTERN TISSUE ADJUSTMENTS: These are my typical adjustments that I make to every pattern before beginning to sew: Lowered bust dart 1" Lengthened bodice 1" above apex, done at same time as lowering dart Graded to size 14 at hip Shortened the shorter length by 5 to fit within my fabric
It slips on over the head with an elastic waist, which helps give the bodice some shaping
Her mother is a biologist and provost at the University of California at San Diego