Rnd 12: Sl st in next dc, ch 3, dc in next dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp, dc in next 3 dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 dc, sh in ch-2 sp of sh, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp, dc in next 3 dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 dc, sk dc, *sk dc, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp, dc in next 3 dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 dc, sh in ch-2 sp of sh, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp, dc in next 3 dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 dc, sk dc, rep from * to last dc, sl st to top of beg ch-3
Hanging: Use a padded hanger to preserve bodice structure
the exquisite beading on this bodice is bold yet still feminine
Some say the look took inspiration from velvet smoking jackets, which were popular with gentlemen of the English upper classes, worn to protect suits from cigar smoke
For makeup, try a fresh, natural look with a pop of blue eyeliner or a soft pink lip