I was going through my closet taking inventory of what I have for spring.  I need to know what I have for spring so that I can begin sewing and/or buying things that I want.  I came across this Vogue 1053 Montana jacket that I made almost 4 years ago.  So I pulled it out.  It's lightweight with a rayon challis lining, so it was pretty cool to wear since the weather was warm.  

Here are the accessories I wore.  I love a big pop of color!  

And I also pulled out my bright yellow Simplicity 2562 pants with a black and white zigzag print Missoni for Target t-shirt. I've been hibernating and working on some spring sewing this week.  I already have 2 pieces completed.  I want to strike while the oil is hot, so I'm going to sew, sew, sew before the mojo is gone.  Reviews to come!

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Dsquared² Resort 2012

This is an "Amazing Fit" pattern.  There are pieces for slim, average and curvy fit.  You pick your size and fit option based on your measurements.  The ease is very generous as usual with these patterns.  I picked the size 16 curvy.  I probably could have gone with the average.  I'm always fearful when sewing pants with pockets that I'll get gaping.  These pants were very full through the hips.  Not to mention that the legs are EXTREMELY wide.  For the size 16 curvy, the leg opening measured 28 inches.  That's not the look I wanted.  I ended up tapering them down to 20 inches.  I didn't have to lengthen because I just used the version for the cuffed hem.  I probably should have made Simplicity 2860... I would have saved myself a lot of altering.