In this new series, we are exploring how versatile one item of clothing can be, it is a reminder that we don’t necessarily need to have many clothes in our wardrobes, but instead, we can play and experiment with textures, accessories, stepping out of comfort zones and honouring our bodies and at the same time looking after the planet by not overbuying. This top has been made with FS OASIS Mid weight fabric, if you have questions on how to make it, please leave comments below. The top is perfect for summer and also great for fall layering. The bright earthy Oasis color works all year round.
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Chic work outfit
Serving some fun in the office with this beautiful, draped blouse over leather trousers. To give it a further clean look I added leather ankle boots. For a more balanced and easy going feel, I did not wear too many accessories. It is a strong look but not too overwhelming, just the right balance. This outfit will flatter almost any figure.
Warlene wears a draped Top made with FS OASIS Mid Weight linen paired with leather trousers
Special event ready
Here I’ve paired the top with a floral maxi skirt, it’s perfect for a special occasion. The options to accessorize this look are unlimited. I chose to draw interest to my neckline and the beautiful sleeve by adding a collar necklace, bangles, and statement earrings. Again, this silhouette will work with all figures.
Warlene wears a draped Top made with FS OASIS Mid Weight linen and floral skirt
Date night
Wearing the top with jeans gives this outfit a stretch, which is what I love about this look. I chose straight leg jeans for a fun and carefree flare. The straight leg also gives a good balance to the one shoulder sleeve. This style cut works very well for tall/medium height frames. For petit frames I recommend a Capri length or ankle length fitted jean or pant.
Warlene wears a draped Top made with FS OASIS Mid Weight linen with jeans and a scarf
Business/meeting ready
I paired the linen top with these linen bell bottoms adds fun but still looks classy. A tied scarf around my waist adds interest and balance between the top and trousers. The feel I get here is business casual.
Warlene wears a draped Top made with FS OASIS Mid Weight linen and linen bell bottoms
Cruising the city
I’m just out having fun and making a statement while doing so. These leather shorts paired with the top are so carefree and easy to move around with. Here I could be headed to a cafe, brunch, get together, the fun settings are limitless. Who doesn’t love a good pair of shorts in the summer. I tucked the top in here and belted it which gives it an intentional fitted look but you could as easily leave it out and draped over the shorts for softness.
Warlene wears a draped Top made with FS OASIS Mid Weight linen and leather shorts
FS OASIS Mid Weight Linen fabric
FS OASIS Softened 100% Linen fabric comes in Mid Weight
21 Comments
This is so beautiful! Not sure I have the skills to make it, but would love to try! Please let me know when the pattern is available, and bravo!
Add me to your pattern list…..beautiful work!
What a beautiful, versatile top! I absolutely love it and would appreciate a copy of the pattern. Similar to Julia Bowling, I would also be interested in knowing how to find a way to travel with linen to reduce wrinkling!
Hi Phyllis! I’m researching now on releasing patterns. I will keep you updated. I appreciate the positive feedback. The way I travel with linen is I roll it up instead of folding. If it’s a larger piece I fold it in half once, but if you don’t have large enough luggage it may not work. I also invested in a small hand held steamer That I travel with, it’s easy to pack !
I must have it!!!
Please post the pattern
Hurry OMG
I’m researching pattern makers now. I am hoping mid summer. Thank you so much
HI Warlene! Still in love with this top! Any updates on the pattern release? Thank you x
Also would love to see a pattern of this. Looks like you could do a lot with pattern variations as well as wearing variations!
Yes it is so versatile and so much. I am definitely working on releasing patterns this summer. Stay tuned. Thank you!
Loved reading about Warlene! How versatile that top!
Could we get her patterns through you?
Encarnita
We are working on that, I appreciate the comment. Thank you
Love all the different ways to wear the top! Also interested in the pattern!!
Kate
Thank you so much I appreciate it
Is this pattern avaliable for the top?
It will be come summer!
Love the pattern too
Thank you very much
I love the Oasis color and I love posts showcasing versatile pieces for endless ensemble dressing options! More please! And I’ll take any ideas anyone has for packing linen pieces for travel without facing a lot of ironing at one’s destination. I’m ok with some wrinkles for a relaxed vacation destination but I once packed a detailed linen dress for a wedding – sadly, never again..
Hi Julia, thanks for the nice compliment. The best you can do with packing linen is packing it lightly. If you don’t have a lot of space to spare, pack your heavier items first. Instead of folding your linen, especially if it can’t be folded only once over, roll it up instead and tie gently with a ribbon so it doesn’t come undone. I find there is way less wrinkles that way. I have a mini handheld steamer also that is small and easy to pack. Hope that helps
Yess!! Interested in this pattern!
Coming soon and thank you