Sign up for our free limited edition guide

World Pride 2025 - Washington D.C.

Please enjoy a brief glimpse of what World Pride 2025 was all about. Here are some lovely pictures that Yami took throughout the weekend.

Tira Cooks

6/13/20252 min read

barbra bodice charm pattern
barbra bodice charm pattern

I wanted to share my beautiful dress ensemble, which has become my favorite project to sew. This year's theme was "Freedom of Fabric", so I decided to use the most colorful fabric I had on hand. During a recent road trip, I purchased some additional fabric along the way. If you ever find yourself in Montreal, be sure to visit the local fabric stores; the prices will make your sewing heart flutter! I've included a list of addresses below for your convenience.

Tira cooks Fabric store guide
Tira cooks Fabric store guide
tiracooks.com
tiracooks.com

rough Sketch Of My Original Deisgn

Since the fabric was the staple of everything, I decided to create a princess seam bodice paired with a full circle skirt, which is perfect for twirling and feeling elegant.

liz dress charm pattern
liz dress charm pattern

The dress was inspired by the 1950s, so wrist gloves had to be included as part of the accessories; every proper lady had matching gloves with her outfit. Next, I faced  a challenge in selecting a purse. 

Butterick 3799
Butterick 3799

The shapes of purses from that era were not the most appealing, and I often wondered what they were thinking! Ultimately, I opted for a blend of modern and vintage styles with a boxy shape. Once I completed the dress, gloves, and purse, the fan and pantyhose were simple DIY crafts that anyone can tackle.

DIY fabric fan
DIY fabric fan

 For the pantyhose, I went to Walmart and purchased sheer tights that matched my skin tone. I then used GemTac glue and rhinestones that I bought from Michaels.If you would like to make this fan, follow the simple YouTube tutorial I used while sewing she was very detailed in her instructions.

DIY Fabric Hand Fan

Simple Tutorial With Instructions DIY Fabric Fan, DIY Hand fan

World Pride 2025 Gallery

Washington D.C. / 6.7.25

There you have it! From accessI am thrilled to share this special moment with you. A week later, and I still haven't put away my dress; it remains on display in my closet. I cherish all my sewing creations, but there is something about sewing vintage pieces that feels just right. Perhaps it's just me, but maybe it's because I am too young to see people dressed like that on the streets, and this style is from a time long before my parents' generation. I prefer it this way; I would rather have the choice to wear a dress than be forced into one!

Happy World Pride 2025!