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💭 That Collar... That Confidence: Audrey’s Blouse Reimagined

Audrey's elegance is now a pattern—yours with Design Secrets for just $87, lifetime access.

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Marjorie Vaudreuil
May 25, 2025

There are blouses—and then there’s The Audrey.

You know the one. Crisp. Feminine. Unapologetically polished.

This isn’t a fill-the-gap basic. This is a frame-the-face, roll-the-sleeves, own-the-moment kind of blouse.

It’s the kind of blouse you wear when you're not just stepping out—you’re stepping into something.

And inside our newest lesson in the Blender Module of Design Secrets, this silhouette gets the attention it deserves.

It’s Roman Holiday all over again—but this time, we’re sewing it.

The sleeves? Rolled. The collar? Dramatic.
The vibe? “I’m dignified, but don’t mistake that for dull.”

You’ll get the full breakdown inside the module—from proportions and construction to the “why” behind the shape.

And if we could channel Diana Vreeland herself to describe it, she might have said:

“It’s the kind of blouse that doesn’t whisper. It hums. Audrey didn’t wear it to impress—she wore it to belong to herself.”

That’s the energy we’re after. And now? You can recreate it.

Our Fabric Picks for Sewing This Icon:

#1 Lunar Rock Solid Cotton Poplin – Mood Fabrics

👉 Lunar Cotton Poplin

You want soft but structured? This is it. The Lunar Rock Solid is lightweight, breathable, smooth to the touch, and holds a perfect crease. An absolute dream for fitted blouses, shirt dresses, or even ruffled sleeve designs where definition matters.

Pro tip: It comes in neutral earth tones.

Other Options:

đŸ§”Egyptian Cotton Shirting
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Clean. Crisp. Never competes with the silhouette—it elevates it.
(Perfect for showcasing the collar and sleeve shape.)

đŸ§”Pages and Pages of Deadstock Poplins
A whisper of print or solids. Just enough mood. Wonderful selection.
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đŸ§”Organic Cotton Poplin
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For those days you want to channel your inner Hepburn with edge.

Whether you’re already inside Design Secrets or just circling the idea—

This blouse is your cue to sew like a designer, not a hobbyist.

The Blender Module is about to drop. And “The Look of a Lady” (Audrey Edition) is front and center.

đŸ”„ Members: Your Next Lesson Is Waiting
Go straight to Level 3: The Innovative Designer – The Blender (Month 3 only).

👉 But first, log into the Design Secrets Members Area:
Click here to log in and unlock your patterns »

With style and stitches,
Margie
Founder, Design Secrets & Sewing Pattern Secrets

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In addition to 26 iconic designs, it’s where we teach:

  • Pattern adjustment and fine sewing skills

  • Fashion history that informs your design thinking

  • Construction breakdowns from iconic looks

  • Designer-inspired projects (Audrey, Marilyn, Gatsby—and more!)

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Warmly,

Margie Vaudreuil
Founder, Sewing Pattern Secrets LLC

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