A new Netflix show could create the viral fashion trend of summer. It was bound to happen. After the viral trendsetting of the ’60s shifts in “The Queen’s Gambit”, the ’80s puff sleeves of “The Crown”, and the vibrant colours in “The Serpent” it was only a matter of time before Netflix embraced fashion as the Next Great Brand Extension. And what better test than a show based entirely on the life and times of a great designer? So are we in for a summer of swirling caftans and slinky bias-cut halter-necks? We think the answer is a strong YES! We have paired up some of Halston’s iconic fashion pieces with some of our very own Makerist patterns!
Iconic Wrap Jumpsuit
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Fairchild Archive/Penske Media/Shutterstock (9775974f) Model Anjelica Huston. Halston Originals Fall 1972 Ready to Wear Collection Runway Halston Collection – 23 May 1972 
One of the most iconic styles Halston created were these stunning wrap dresses and jumpsuits! We found the PERFECT match for this iconic style.The Kielo dress and jumpsuit by Named are wonderfully casual, yet stylish pieces of clothing! You can sew both variations either with or without sleeves. The dress has a neckband, and a vent at the back hem to add room for movement.
Kaftan
Model Karen Bjornson photographed at Halston’s New York atelier in a caftan from his spring 1971 RTW collection. 
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There are a lot of free-floating fabrics to be had across the five episodes of Netflix’s miniseries, a nod to the billowy caftans that were part of the designer’s oeuvre. The first episode re-creates the Eureka moment with a royal-blue tie-dye caftan worn by Dayan’s Elsa Peretti in a fashion show. We have two great patterns to get this caftan look. First up is The Panthere Dress pattern by IAM patterns. It’s a lovely tight-fitting jersey dress complemented by a flowy chiffon overdress. A band of sequins at the bottom perfectly tops off the dress and gives it the character and the sophistication of a mythic little black dress. Next up is the beautiful Caftan maxi dress pattern by ASSANG, it would look amazing with a tie-dyed fabric.
One Shoulder Dress
Pat Cleveland The model in an iconic Halston gown on the spring 1978 runway. This flowy one shoulder dress style was very popular. We have a stunning pattern by MUNA patterns which is perfect for balmy summer events.
The ultra suede shirt dress
Partly reflecting the designer’s personal style, the “Ultrasuede ”shirtdress was a slightly feminized riff on the men’s button-front dress shirt with a matching fabric belt. The knee-length Ultrasuede garment lit the fashion world on fire and became as synonymous with Halston as the fabric it was made out of. Like the pillbox hat that launched him into the fashion design stratosphere, it has been widely copied by other designers and we can find this style in many shops. We found tons of this style on our Makerist site which you can find below!
- The Anggun Dress by Coralie Anggun, is a shirt dress with pockets, sleeveless or roll-tab 3/4 sleeves, popover placket, with collar & collar stand. It’s a little dress to wear in the city or on the beach from the first sunny days!
- The Adeline is a “basic” pattern with a chest dart, shoulder yoke, rip wrist and neck collar. The dress has an elasticated waist and can be accessorized by a belt.
- The Reeta shirt dress by Named is a classic, loose-fitting shirt dress with simple but thought-out details. The dress has pleated breast pockets, a shirt collar and a waist gathered with a cord. The turn-ups of the t-shirt sleeves and the deep vents on the mid-length hem add carefree character to the dress.
- The Long shirtdress by IVL is a front button shirt dress which is casual, comfortable and also stylish!
Wrap Dress
Nother stunning classic! Halston made stunning dresses and this wrap dress was a hit in his Spring fashion show. We often still see this style being very popular today! We have found two stunning patterns that are very similar to this look. First up is Olivia Dress it is a delightfully easy-to-wear and versatile classic piece that is suited for both work and leisure. Next up is the Azilys this dress is feminine, basic and timeless, and will be essential in your wardrobe for all seasons.
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