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Trousers, almost there...

lakaribane

Re: Trousers, almost there...
« Reply #15 on: February 19, 2018, 14:48:19 PM »
I agree the front is perfect, but those are substantial folds at the back, the side view also seems to have a big fold. I also like the shape and length of the leg on you.

I don't have a flat butt, though my mother does. I am going to try Style Arc's Flat Bottom Flo for her in a ponte.

Thank you for the link to the Ann Crowley tutorial. Will try it for my mother.

Perso, I just bought a $20 Craftsy class by Suzy Furrer. IIRC, she had two trouser classes last year. Now, it's 1 class, which incorporates both drafting and design. I will let you know how it takes care of my curves (low wide butt, hourglass, 1m53 height).

UttaRetch

Re: Trousers, almost there...
« Reply #16 on: February 19, 2018, 16:04:55 PM »
As I said, I am not really a trousers person but I wanted to demonstrate to others that my shape is impossible to fit satisfactorily. 0_0

Mocarroll

Re: Trousers, almost there...
« Reply #17 on: February 19, 2018, 21:43:07 PM »
Oh, I love all of you who suggested I try a thin thigh adjustment! I think next pair will be lifted up at the back centre seam (I was too lazy to do it as I had already put the invisible zip in) and the crotch seam lowered. Thanks to you all for your helpful comments.  Watch this space for the next try....

Ohsewsimple

Re: Trousers, almost there...
« Reply #18 on: February 19, 2018, 22:32:47 PM »
As I said, I am not really a trousers person but I wanted to demonstrate to others that my shape is impossible to fit satisfactorily. 0_0

I don't agree UR.  I am definitely worse than you!  And I've come across all sorts of shapes and sizes.     It's just trial and error and getting a pattern that may be a good starting point.  I draft my own but even those need fitting! 

Greybird

Re: Trousers, almost there...
« Reply #19 on: February 19, 2018, 22:46:26 PM »
You are too hard on yourself UR. You are lovely and curvy. It's only fashion that says we shouldn't have curves. Go back a few years and the fashion would have favoured you. It always seems cruel but we have to rise above it! I think you should wear trousers if they fit your lifestyle. It's a question of finding the right trouser for you.

I mostly wear trousers now because I have a problem with swollen ankles, but I have learned not to wear long or tunic tops with them because they make my legs look too short. I make my tops to come just over my hips but stop short before the tops of my thighs. Try experimenting with what might be right for you - and start celebrating womanliness!!

Sorry for side-tracking your thread Mocarroll.

Roger

Re: Trousers, almost there...
« Reply #20 on: February 19, 2018, 23:06:28 PM »
My other half is pretty curvy and loves the Indian style Salwar; lots of pleats and space, drawstrings and the like and they can be very vibrant - especially with Purple DMs :)
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Missie

Re: Trousers, almost there...
« Reply #21 on: February 20, 2018, 08:44:02 AM »
I do like the skinny look but not on me, my belly’s too big and I’m too short. 

Err, what belly?  They look fab!

Helen M

Re: Trousers, almost there...
« Reply #22 on: February 20, 2018, 09:42:13 AM »
They look fantastic! I can recommend Ann Rowley's adjustment. Just one thought on this pair, does the crotch length fit comfortably? Sometimes a slight 'scoop' can also help to remove excess fabric at the very top of the back of the thigh. You could try it on this pair before you start another.
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