Unicorn Dance Costume

Unicorn Dance Costume - Port Mortem

It started with the Theme of dancing to America's The Last Unicorn. My design was based off themes in the film The Last Unicorn. And to that end, the final product was a success.

Here is what I was happiest with:

The costume felt stable and easy to move in. Nothing was loose or felt like it could fall off.
The crown and veil prop worked flawlessly
The chiffon flutter sleeves and pants looked dramatic!
I was able to finish with time to spare!

Things I wish were better:

I cut the wrong size for the purple surcoat dress.
The clasps were so expensive!
My crochet top was too small.
I was a bit clumsy sewing the extra doo-dads on the top. (I was going to use SOME of my crochet so help me!)
The shimmery organza did not drape how I thought so no extra shimmer happened and I wasted fabric. 😭
I didn't hem my chiffon so it started to fray

Day of the Performance

I neglect to remember how wide my hips are at all times. Thankfully, I unintentionally balanced things out. But I am SO glad I FINALLY got to sew this pattern. I have wanted to for ages. I'd like to give it another go but this time, use my actual measurements. (I am still in the process of losing weight. It's gotten slower but still making steady progress towards my goal!)

Dance costumes are such an interesting challenge because you don't want to snag your heel on your fabric. (I have done that in past costumes.)

And that's all there is to say I think. I love the pants and I think I'll hem the flutters. But I think I'd wear a different top.

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