Circle Skirt Inspiration

You can probably deduce from this one and this one that I really like circle skirts. Similar to shirtwaist dresses, they are a staple of my wardrobe.

A little while back, I stumbled upon 365 Vintage Days. A woman from Finland (I believe her name is Sylvie) decided to accept a challenge to only wear vintage clothing from March 2011 to March 2012. She was having so much fun doing it that she just kept going. She posts photos of her outfits very frequently for us all to have a good drool over.

In particular, I was struck with how much I liked the circle skirts that she would pair with matching, brightly-colored blouses. I  love coordinating separates.

Some Circle Skirts from 365 Vintage Days

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AREN'T THEY WONDERFUL?! I really and truly had to stop myself from posting more here. She's been collecting vintage for over 20 years and has amassed a spectacular collection. I would like to know her secrets to staying the same size for 20 years so she can continue wearing all these beautiful pieces.

Fabric 

I was feeling so excited at the thought of dozens more circle skirts in my own wardrobe that I went out and got some more fabric. Exactly what I needed! Here's a peek of things to come.

Atomic Burst. 

Pink linen. Thinking of doing horizontal stripes in black ric rac. Jumbo ric rac no less! I dream big.

Isn't planning for projects one of the best things about sewing? It's so exhilarating. Now I must get back to Great Gatsby dress sewing. I'm nearing the home stretch!