Okay, so I’ve been totally obsessed with Bridgerton lately, like everyone else, right? And the fashion! Those empire waist dresses are just gorgeous. I decided I had to try and make one, or at least something inspired by the show.
First, I spent hours just scrolling through pictures online. I wanted to get a good feel for the different styles, fabrics, and details. I made a huge mood board – it was basically a Bridgerton explosion.
Then came the hard part: finding a pattern. I’m not exactly a pro seamstress, so I needed something relatively simple. I searched through a bunch of pattern websites and finally found one that looked manageable. It wasn’t a perfect match to the Bridgerton dresses, but it had the basic shape I was after.
Fabric Hunt
Next step – Fabric Shopping! That was an adventure. I went to this huge fabric store near me and I was just overwhelmed. So many colors, textures… I wandered around for what felt like forever, touching everything. Eventually, I decided on this really pretty, light blue fabric with a subtle floral pattern. It felt very “regency era” to me, you know?
Sewing Struggle
Then, the actual sewing began. I have this ancient sewing machine that my grandma gave me. Let me tell you, it’s a love-hate relationship. I struggled. There were tangled threads, broken needles, and a few…choice words…directed at the machine. I definitely unpicked more seams than I care to admit. It was not a smooth process
I followed the pattern instructions as best as I could, but I also made some tweaks along the way. Like, I added some extra trim around the neckline because I felt like it needed a little something extra. I am not perfect, so it’s got flaws, but I did it!
The Final Result
Finally, after many hours and a few near-meltdowns, it was done! It’s not exactly like something Daphne Bridgerton would wear, but it definitely has that vibe. It’s got the empire waist, the flowy skirt, and the pretty fabric. I’m pretty proud of it, to be honest. Even with all the little imperfections, it’s still something, that i created from nothing.
Would I do it again? Maybe. It was a lot of work, but it was also really fun to challenge myself and bring my vision to life. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to go put on my dress and pretend I’m at a ball.
