Inspiration...Matching Shell and Pencil Skirt

There is nothing like a great pencil skirt and having a matching shell could give the look of a sheath dress. 

This is St John's Milano Knit Pencil Skirt and Milano Knit Contour Tank.  Price tag:  tank - $295.00, skirt - $395.00.  Details:  tank - zipper (assumed side), fit - traditional, fabric - knit wool/rayon blend;  skirt: closure - zip and hook and eye, fit - tradtional, lenght - 23inches, fabric - knit wool/rayon blend.

The prices on these items are outside my comfort zone.  However this is why I sew, so I can create the items I want.  Here are my thoughts:

The tank:

This is The New Versatile Twin Set pattern by Pamela's Patterns.   The Sleeveless Top is a great pattern to match up with the tank on the inspiration picture.  To bring it in closer to the body, you would need to add a zipper at the side.

The skirt -

This is the Magic Pencil Skirt pattern by Pamela's Patterns.  This is a wonderful pattern and makes a quick pencil.  If you really want the kick pleat, you will need to modify the back pattern by adding a seam and kick pleat.

Both skirt and tank -

This is Vogue 9286.  It is a Lifestyle pattern with 5 pieces.  This could be a versatile pattern.  The tank definitely works for the inspiration photo.  The skirt is a little bit different but would still work nicely.

Hope you are inspired to create something beautiful.

Happy Stitching!