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DIY: Outdated, Oversized, Faded Yellow Dress Suit to a Red Peplum Dress

~ REFASHION RUNWAY, SEWING

Outdated yellow dress to a red peplum dress
Hello guys! For Refashion Runway challenge 4, we were to make a maxi skirt or a dress.
I got this really outdated, oversized, faded yellow dress suit from a thrift store. I am still in love with peplum design clothes, I think peplums are so flattering on many body types as it accentuates the waist-to hips ratio and by helping to make your waist look slimmer. After debating whether to dye this dress to a mint color or red, I decided to go with red since I’ve always wanted a red peplum dress.

BEFORE:
You guys, what is this face? I mean, seriously, what is this FACE!!!??? In my head I was trying to look all cute like a sad little puppy face with a pout but no, this doesn’t have an ounce of cuteness in it. I literally am giggling right now and laughing at myself as I am posting this picture.  I know many people wouldn’t post their ugliest picture of themselves but it’s just so funny to me. HAHAHAHAHA okay, moving on….

 

BEFORE/AFTER:

Outdated yellow dress to a red peplum dress

 

Refashion by dyeing your clothes DIY
The first thing I did was dye the faded yellow dress suit. I used liquid Rit Dye to dye it from yellow to fuschia/red. It looks more red in real life.
I am pretty fearless when it comes to dyeing. I think it’s because the item I’m dyeing is usually very outdated looking and it’s not like it’s one of my favorite item of clothing that I’d be so sad if I ruined. So I just go for it! I do test it out once I put the dye in the water with a scrap fabric I have, before putting in the actual item I mean to dye.

In a bucket or a big bowl, pour hot water and then the dye. I use liquid dye because you don’t have to mix as much as the powder dye. Pour dye in and test it with the scrap fabric and add more dye as you go until you get the desired outcome. Then soak in the item of clothing, I like to soak for at least 3-5 hours.

Then rinse with cold water and hand wash or put it in the dryer and wash in cold water. I don’t put in any other items in the washer because the dye will come off and dye the other items as well. So only wash it solo. Then I dry it solo in low heat.

 

 

I was on a time crunch(the story of my life) so I didn’t take step by step pictures along the way.

AFTER:
Old dress to a new peplum dress DIY
Old thrifted dress Refashion
Do you want to know how to put full make-up on in under 5 seconds? You don’t! You put an over sized sunglasses on!
The camera and the lighting picked up more of a pink, fuchsia hue but in real life it’s a classic cherry red color. The two slits on the bottom of the peplum is the same slits as the jacket. I cut off the sleeves from the jacket and added it onto the sleeveless dress, altered the dress smaller and form fitting, cut the lining of the dress shorter so it wouldn’t show,

 

What you’ll need:
-A dress suit
-Fabric dye
-Big bowl or a bucket
-Gloves
-Matching thread
-Sewing machine
-Scissors

 

Estimated time: 3-4 hrs.
Budget: $10
Skill level: A confident intermediate to advanced
These are the challenge themes in case you’d like to follow along with us!

 

Week 1: Combine Floral and Geometric or Stripes
Week 2: Gingham
Week 3: Handbag, Tote bag or Clutch
Week 4: Maxi Skirt or Dress
Week 5: Boho Chic
Week 6: Asymmetrical

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Comments

  10. Mumsy: says

    Seriously! This is sooo mind blowing! And oh my gosh! I can't get over that one pic of you with your face all squished up! SOOOOO FUNNY!

  13. Lisa @ Fun Money Mom says

    I actually saw this post earlier this week and loved what you did with this outfit. It is such a pretty transformation! I'm so glad that you shared your link with us at Share The Wealth Sunday!
    xoxo
    Lisa

  14. Accidental Seamstress says

    This turned out beautiful, Sarah! The color is fantastic; the peplum is adorable; and your craftsmanship is top notch. I don't think you need to worry about not making it to the end 🙂

  21. Wendy S says

    This is amazing! And I must confess to a few feelings of envy looking at this since I can't even sew on a button. 😉 You did a great job! #mondaymadness

  22. shelia says

    Your face on the "before" photo is hilarious. You crack me up! And I know that you did this a while ago, but still funny. Also, good for you, that you were able to turn your insecurity into gratitude. I'm learning that slowly about life, too. I love your little blog and reading about your mommy woes (i have 2 girls and they are everything to me/drive me crazy/make me want to cry. xoxo

  24. Paige says

    Would you mind posting a photo of the back of the dress, or emailing it to me? I have a very similar outfit that I would like to refashion. By the way, I am visiting you from the Better After blog (and for some reason, your comment section won’t let me capitalize letters!

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