Some Peppy-Lum With Vogue 9084

Peplums continue to trend (it seems that they are here to stay) and here is a rare find on the web, a top with a curved front seam from Anthropologie.  This also has an asymmetrical ("high-low" or "mullet") hem which has made a comeback and has not quite disappeared. 

When I was not able to find a particular Vogue since my local JoAnn's has not been quick in replenishing their pattern drawers with the latest McCall's (i.e. beyond the 7200's) and Vogue envelopes (i.e. beyond the 9100's) for the past month now, I discovered this Vogue (9084) and decided to sew view "A".  It has been awhile since I sewed a sleeveless top with a jewel neckline and especially one with a peplum.  What appealed to me was the "drop waist", reminiscent of the late 1980's and early 1990's dresses that I wore.

Pattern Description:  
"MISSES' TOP: Top (fitted through bust) has flounce variations, back zipper and narrow hem. C: stitched hem on sleeves. B and C: wrong side shows on shaped hemline. Purchased bias tape to finish necklines, and armholes A. FABRICS: Broadcloth, Crepe, Ponte Knit, Lightweight Denim." Views B and C have the asymmetrical flounced peplum. All views have the "drop-waist". I sewed view "A", the sleeveless version,

Pattern Sizing: Misses' 8-10-12-14-16 I sewed a "12".  

 

Fabric Used: Rayon/lycra knit from EOS in a vibrant "triangles" print.  The split colors of the shapes make the white triangles to appear as "right-click" arrows.  

 

Instructions
They were adequate and easy to follow, along with the diagrams. As for such  procedures as to apply a zipper (depending on the type you use such as invisible or standard) or to hem a circular skirt, I recommend referring to any of the plethora of useful tutorials available online or in reference books. 

Favorite/Not-So Favorite Features
I like the front and back darts for shaping. Since I am not completely sold on asymmetrical peplums or in the case of views B and C the "mullet-style" or "high-low" hems, I opted for view "A". The front and back hems of the peplum skirt are level. The back portion of the skirt is shorter, landing well below the waist, where the front portion of the skirt is longer due to the curved and higher front seam. The "high-low" seam of the bodice and the skirt along with the differing lengths of the front and back skirts with the level hem, especially seen at a side view adds an interesting dimension to the peplum. Stitching a circular hem requires patience. At times, as I experienced here, it can feel like watching paint dry.

Alterations/Modifications
*Made my typical 1" petite adjustment at the marked line. 

 *Omitted the zipper due to using a knit. 

*Instead of using bias tape as directed, I cut 1 1/2" wide strips of fabric to finish the neckline and armscyes.

 *To stabilize the lower hem, I applied some gluestick on the edges before turning in a scant hem and turning in and stitching a 5/8" hem. I also iron-pressed the edges for a smoother finish.  

 

Recommendations/Conclusion
For now, one from this pattern is sufficient. If you like this variation of a peplum, give it a try.  

I asked my very young fashion consultant (my 12 y.o. daughter, of course) if the style was "o.k." on me because I was not sure about the flounced front being suitable with my figure. She told me that I looked "hip" for a change and the skirt actually camouflaged whatever I wanted to hide. Just recently, she photographed me wearing my new top in front of one of her favorite novelty stores in downtown San Diego.