When it comes to buying ready-to-wear garments as a sewist, I only ever spend in three categories: heavy duty winter jackets (life in Maine!), bras and jumpsuits
This chic black designer dress is fully lined from the scoop neckline to the hem, except for the sheer black lace long sleeves
For a quick skim of elevated options, see our edit of semi-formal wedding guest dresses for the shore
For a dress watch, less really is more, and there is a true beauty in perfecting the basics
Courtney Love has voiced her amusement at the notion of fancy ladies paying thousands of dollars to wear the sort of wrecked clothes that shed piece together from a few trips to the second-hand store
Black turtleneck with gold layered necklaces outfit A fine-gauge black turtleneck sweater is the ultimate blank canvas for showcasing your favorite gold necklaces