Camisole top

[SeeDesignMake]

My first make of 2019 was a camisole top I made a part of the Regent academy dressmaking course I am completing.

This sleeveless camisole was made from a floral border print crepe for the front panel and a solid ivory crepe for the back. . The armholes and the neckline were finished with bias binding made from the patterned crepe. The top had a wide neckline so it can be taken on and off without the need for a fastening.

After sewing the side and shoulder seams I tried on the garment to double check the fit.  This is when I noted significant gaping around the armhole. Therefore, I had to add armhole darts. This created a smoother and more natural curve.


Overall, I am happy with the fit of the garment and it is appropriate for its intended purpose as work wear.

[Catllar]

I like that but I'm wondering if the armhole darts were needed because you perhaps needed a full bust adjustment?

[SeeDesignMake]

That makes sense, thanks for your advice. I will have to do some research to find out how to do a full bust adjustment.

[Manuela]

Ideally, you choose the pattern size based on which size fits you best around armhole and shoulder, then you go from there with FBA and other changes needed.

[elisep]

Lovely!
I've got some leftover border print chiffon from a dress I just finished. Sadly not enough to cut a front and back in the same fabric but I could do similar to what you've done here... border print on the front and plain white on the back.
I think I'll need to wait until I've regressed my memory of binding the darn armholes + neckline, though