Though the term “gauze” may have you thinking of wrapping swollen wrists and padding bandages, gauze fabric was originally made of silk and used exclusively for clothing. Today, gauze can be made from a variety of fibers and is ideal for light and airy ensembles, warm-weather attire, and ephemeral silhouettes. Fashion wide-leg trousers for heading to a spring barbecue, or a wrap-dress for warm days at work. Utilize a stiffener for a more structured silhouette, or allow this airy textile to flutter with bell sleeves and circle skirts.
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The Mallow Dress
Shavonne sports The Mallow Dress using a misty gray gauze.
Foggy and flirty, this slouchy dress is the quintessential spring silhouette. A faux wrap-dress that’s both comfy and cute, made of gauze it’ll breath like a dream and fit in with your fashion. Add a sparkling belt for a more cinched waist, or use cord rope for a subtle sailor style. Adorn the hemline with a simple ikat trim for a pop of print, or utilize feather fringe for some fun fashion!
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The Ursi Ensemble
Stephanie sports The Ursi Ensemble in a light blue gauze.
Trendy and terrific, The Ursi Ensemble is the ideal spring travel ensemble! Whether you’re backpacking through Europe and need something for drinking coffee in Paris, or heading into the city on a variety of trains and subways, this light and leisurely look will keep you cool and collection. Insert a lining for a pop of print at the lapels, or create a detachable sleeve using looped elastic and small cover buttons. Pair with chunky wedges for brunch by the beach, or a bejeweled necklace made of appliques for a show-stopping statement piece.
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The Lavender Tee
Emily sports The Lavender Tee in a lovely ivory gauze.
Basic and beautiful, The Lavender Tee was made for layering. Pair with The Willow Cardigan and some high-waisted shorts for heading to museums on a spring afternoon, or tuck this tee into The Cress Skirt for a voluminous look. Adorn the bottom hem with chainmail trim for a stunning style, or utilize cord to create contrast seams.
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Do you with you could say “that’s a wrap” on gauze, but love these garments? Utilize a stretchy knit for a Mallow Dress that will move with you, or fashion the Ursi Ensemble using a jacquard for an upscale style. The Lavender Tee is so simple, go crazy and fashion it from faux leather or sequins for something simple in creation but complex in style. Going gaga for gauze but not into these garments? Create The Lantana Maxi Shirt using a simple gauze for layered days, or fashion The Clover Crop Top for a stunning spring silhouette.
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6 comments
So excited to start sewing these beautiful pieces
Beautiful outfits!
Would I need to make any adjustments to sew the Lavender tee in gauze, or is it stretchy enough to use the same pattern and size as for knit fabrics?
Hi, Lucy! I recommend sizing up once and widening the neckline to make it slightly more of a boat neck.
Wow, that seems so wrong. Gauze is not a substitute for knits, it’s slightly stretchy but much more fragile, you’re likely to be ripping seams if there’s any stress on them. I’d look to patterns means for loose linen instead
If the knit garment is form fitting then I don’t suggest substituting gauze. But if it’s something that can be worn with ease, it’s ok! A lot of our knit dresses can easily be substituted with gauze. 🙂