Oscar DIY: I Tonya Copycat

Perhaps my favorite Oscar contender of this year was...

...and you know that the costume game in this film was 💯. #allthesequinsintheworld

I was obsessed with most of the wardrobe in this movie - hello 90s. That jacket on the left...

The outfit I chose to remake was neither of the above though. I went for a little more gold. I mean it is Oscar Sunday!

I started with a base of a long-sleeved bodysuit from Boohoo and a matching skater skirt from there too, together costing less than $20!

That mock turtleneck collar is SO perfect for this!

This is also so cute as is, if you add a fun long necklace to pair! However, we're going to make a few changes...

I hopped over to Joann, got my materials and ALL the sequined fabric I could, and then got to crafting!

First off, I trimmed and affixed some golden diamond-shaped sequined fabric pieces with E6000 fabric glue. 

Then it was time to cut the sleeves!! 

Can't have short sleeves without some fringe, amirite?

More sequins were added and then it was time to sew the fringe in place! 

We're getting SO close!!! I couldn't not add rhinestones either once I got started...

I'm ready for the Olympics, friends!

OK, maybe not THOSE Olympics...but the DIY Olympics, sign me up! 

What's an ice skating costume without some skates?? (PS, those skates look real, right? They're printed and backed with some cardboard! That's also why there are two right feet 😂

I'm really trying to encapsulate the brooding Margot Robbie asTonya Harding vibe here. 

That's a tough cookie right there!

OK, not totally...

Margot Robbie on the left, yours truly on the right. 

I'm ready to take the ice!

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Oscar DIY: Lady Bird Copycat

When I saw this I knew one of the MANY fab vintage-y looks would get a second life through my eyes!

Next up:

But let's be honest...this film really had me when Lady Bird and her mama hit up this spot. Come. On. 

I loved this lace look on Saoirse Ronan and knew this would be the piece to get some DIY lovin!

I had to start with the dress...

I think some vintage Jessica McClintock works for this, don't you?

I CANNOT WAIT TO WEAR THIS ALL THE TIME WHEN I'M DONE!. Ps, sorry for the caps. I just needed you to know how excited I am!

I snagged the rest of my supplies at Joann...

...and got to stitching. And unstitching! 

That's right. The collar said goodbye!

And so did the sleeves!

But my favorite part of this copycat look? DIY-ing a cast out of TAPE!

I'm totally feeling the Lady Bird vibe.

And, check out that cast you guys!!!

Not too bad with the help of some Duck brand duct tape and a sock!

Saoirse Ronan on the left, yours truly on the right. 

More looks to come!

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Oscar DIY: Phantom Thread Copycat

It's Oscar Week and we're remaking a few of my favorite looks from this year's best films!

First up:

When I saw this I knew there would be some sort of outfit making to be had! It's all about a tailor and his muse during the 50s. 

This dress was one of my faves from the film and knew it was one that I had to remake!

First up, find a red dress to use for the base! I had this number in my closet ready for an upgrade!

It's from the 70s, totally giving off the DVF wrap dress vibe...

...but definitely needing a bit of a refresh. Phantom Thread copycat, here we go!

I snagged my materials at Joann (all about that lace, bout that lace...) and channeled my inner Reynolds Woodcock!

I started by removing the collar on the neck of my dress...

...and then cut my sleeves short to match the dress from the film.

Then it was lace time! I had to add lace to the skirt, the sleeve cuffs, and the neckline.

Once everything was pinned...

...it was time to sew it all in place!

My look was complete!

I am totally feeling the 50s!

PS...for those who have seen the film, you'll totally understand the next photo 

And if you haven't seen this, the costumes are just next level! Such gorgeous gowns!

Vicky Krieps on the left, yours truly on the right. I'm really pleased with how this turned out!!

More looks to come!

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