Men’s Shirts Refashioned to an Amazing Shirt Dress

Men’s shirt dress refashion to a women’s contemporary shirt dress.Are you tired of the same old fashion options? Looking for a unique and affordable way to update your wardrobe?

Look no further!

In this DIY tutorial, we’ll show you how to transform a men’s shirt into a stylish and trendy shirt dress that’s perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple steps, you can create a one-of-a-kind garment that combines comfort and fashion effortlessly.

So, grab your sewing kit and let’s get started!

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

To begin this exciting transformation, you’ll need a few basic supplies:

1. Men’s shirts (choose ones with a colour and pattern you love)
2. Sewing machine or needle and thread
3. Scissors
4. Measuring tape                                                                    
5.yard stick
6. Pins
7. Seam ripper

Step 2: Prepare the Shirt

Start by selecting a men’s dress shirt that fits loosely around your body. This will ensure that the final dress has a relaxed and comfortable fit. Consider the colour and pattern of the shirt to match your personal style.

Next, remove the sleeves by carefully removing them along the seams with a seam ripper, repeat this to the other shirts. You can save the sleeves for another project. 

Step 3: Cutting the shirts

To give the shirt dress a more feminine shape, you’ll cut rectangular shapes and join them together. Once you have created 2 tiers you are ready to sew the gathers on one edge of each tier. They will be added to the cut edge of the main body of the dress, this will add volume and the feminine to the dress. Ensure that the pins are evenly spaced and follow a natural curve.

Once you’re satisfied with the placement of the each tier, sew a straight line along the pinned edge, using a sewing machine

Watch the video tutorial below for a visual guide on how to create your own men’s dress shirt to women

Step 4: Add the Sleeves

To enhance and balance out the volume in the dress, gather and tuck the sleeves before inserting it into the armholes. This shape of sleeve will give the shirt dress some added drama.

Step 5: The Raw Edges

Neaten the raw edges of the armholes and each of the gathered tiers with an overlocker/serger, to give the dress a professional finish. 

Step 5: Hand Sewing

If necessary re-position buttons and hand sew into place, and any other part of the dress that requires it!

Step 6: Finishing Touches

To complete the transformation, iron the shirt dress to remove any wrinkles and give it a polished look. This step will ensure that your new creation looks professional and ready to wear.

Now, it’s time to try on your brand-new shirt dress and show off your DIY fashion skills! Pair it with your favourite accessories and shoes to create a chic ensemble that will turn heads wherever you go.

Key Takeaway

By repurposing a men’s dress shirt, you can breathe new life into your wardrobe without breaking the bank. With just a few simple alterations, you can create a fashionable and contemporary shirt dress that reflects your personal style. Remember, fashion is all about self-expression, and this DIY project allows you to unleash your creativity while staying on-trend.

So, why wait? Raid your partner’s or family member’s closet and start experimenting with this fun and eco-friendly fashion hack. Don’t be afraid to mix and match different patterns and colours to make your shirt dress truly unique. With a little imagination and some sewing skills, you can turn an ordinary men’s dress shirt into a fabulous women’s shirt dress that will make you the envy of your friends.