Pattern: McCall's 2701 from 1970
In the early 1970s, there were strong folk and country influences in fashion and the wedding gown featured in McCall's 2701 from 1970 is a great example.
The Results: I liked it so well, I chose it for my wedding in June 1971! :D Don't I look young? I was 21, honest!
I chose view A, with the lace-trimmed stand collar and lace-trimmed cuffs on the long bishop sleeves. I sewed a self-fabric tie belt that I tied in front at empire waistline. I chose to trim the center bodice front with lace ruffles as well.
As you can see, I followed view A pretty closely. White dotted swiss was my choice for the fabric, and the veil was my "something borrowed" from a best friend. Can you guess how much I spent on fabric and notions for this wedding gown? $6.00!! Amazing.
Wow, simply amazing! Love it that you sewed your own wedding gown :D Something I wish to do if I am ever blessed to be wed in the future :)
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When the lucky day comes for you, I look forward to seeing what gown you sew for your wedding! There are so many wonderful choices. :) Mine was relatively easy to sew, as many dresses were in that era.
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