Guise Louise

Despite already having a TNT pattern for this type of pegged trouser shape ( Burda 7017 ), I bought the Papercut Guise pattern just to see if I’d prefer it. For one reason or another (bad fabric, ruined from over-washing, poor construction) all my 7017s are pretty much out of action these days, so a new pair is definitely needed. I was also intrigued to see how the elasticated back waist of Guise was made and if it had any benefit over a fixed waistband. I made up this wearable toile in cheap poly crepe to test what I thought of it. I don’t hate these or anything, there are just a few fit and style issues that mean I don’t like them as much as...