Monday Morning Inspiration

It's All In The Details

We can make a million basic t-shirts, and in the end, that's all they will be. Utilitarian, but with no spark, unless a detail is added. Every garment would be just a basic garment if it weren't for that special little detail that catches the eye.

Spider web stitching and artfully placed cut outs add interest to a basic black dress.

This is an antique garment that I just had to include as I thought it was just so beautiful.

I love the frayed seams and the patchwork detail on this jacket.

This technique can be found in the book Pattern Magic 2 by Tomoko Nakamichi along with many other fabulous detail ideas.

A lovely idea, but be careful. Notice the gap in the cut of the neckline. If the tab is not positioned correctly, the neckline will not not lay flat.

Another fun cut out idea for the back of a shirt.

Bias strips with peek a boo openings.

Neither of these pockets are especially practical, but interesting nonetheless.

At first glance you might think this is Alabama Chanin, but no. The embroidery is satin stitched and there's a separate under layer. Just a hint of this on a shoulder of would lovely.

A very basic top made interesting with the addition of a chiffon inset, button loops and buttons.

A basic raglan sleeved top accented with zippers. It looks as though the zipper goes from the front to the back. Since this is from St, Laurent, I would imagine that the top is cashmere, so not so basic ;)  

The back of a basic jacket given a special touch with the smocking detail. It wouldn't need to be this detailed, just a touch would be nice.

I would not put this on a pair of shorts, but I love the idea of a leather overlay on a skirt. There would be no room for weight gain!!!

I have no idea how this was done, but I love it. It must be a photo transfer of some sort. If anyone knows, please tell me!!! I would love to do this.

Another accented edge from a vintage Chanel coat. Lovely.

Isn't this fun! Car wash strips over an ultra feminine full skirt. Might be fun to have a solid front and this detail only in the back.

I would be remiss to not include a piece from Alabama Chanin. This piece caught my eye as I love the mix. The skirt is relatively simple to do. Gathered strips that are beaded down the center.

The detail on the skirt is the same as what I did on my French jacket.

Another detail from my closet. The jacket is in desperate need of a good steaming, please forgive me. The jacket pattern was cut into sections and each section piped. The sections were then stitched back together and accented with beads.

I plan to wear this soon, so it will be in an upcoming Me Made Monday post with more pictures.

Hope this gives you a little detail inspiration.
Have a lovely week!
Rhonda