WIW: new asymmetric handknit linen top with a ruffle

I had planned to wear this new top today (since I finally decided after 2 weeks to iron the ruffle) so it's just a coincidence that it matches the theme of today's blog post! The top is knit in linen yarn and has a lot of funky, arty details - the asymmetrical hem, the two different sleeves, the ruffle sleeve detail, etc. The original design (last pic) shows the top worn with the longer side ruched up - mine unfortunately will not stay that way because I knit a size up for a more fluid fit. I may add a little drawstring or something inside so that I have the option to ruche it up. (I like the long, asymmetrical side but it will be more versatile if I have the option to shorten it as well.)

Paired with my crazy neon floral pants. The greens don't actually match (the pants are a lot more neon) but hopefully they still go with each other. Also, I swear my bra does not show through that much IRL.

top handknit by me, Michael Kors pants, Naot sandals, Longchamp bag.

Ravelry links for knitters:
project: http://www.ravelry.com/projects/akabori/hane
pattern: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hane

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10 years ago

columbine(erin)

Veteran

Wow, Diana! You have made a piece of art. The color looks fab with your skin tone. My favorite details are the non matching sleeves with the ruffle on one side. I'm in awe of your skills as always! I like the asymmetrical hem as is but see that it would be fun to ruche it as well.

JAileen

What a beautiful top! And so timely.

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

You are Queen Flouncy Flutter Ruffle. That top is a work of art. WOW.

I was hoping to see those pants again, Diana. They always make me smile. You are super cute in every way. xo

MuseumGal

I agree with columbine, that is a piece of art. It looks fab on you, and I love it with the floral pants. What color is it? Acid green? Or more yellow-y? Either way, fab fab.

annagybe

This is so perfectly you.

Alassë

Ooh, I like that top - the colour & the asymmetrical drape. You made this? I am in awe.

Diana

MG, I think of it as chartreuse. Maybe slightly more yellow than acid green.

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FindingMyWay

Active Member

Oooh, I'm in complete awe. You've made an amazing top, and it looks great on you.

Anonymous

Wow, again I am in awe of your knitting skills!

Alana in Canada

So you would ruche it on the long side? I don't know. I really like it the way you have it. You truly have created wearable art--and you look fantastic in it.

The whole thing just winks at me, you know? I love the sripe in those pants, too--just a touch of "marching band, military" vibe to such fanciful pants. Great pairing with that top!

Suz

This is completely, totally, absolutely you. I love it.

Fun to see the top with these pants.

catgirl

I can't believe your knitting skills... Fab beyond reason.

Suzanne (ambergreen)

And as a fellow knitter, I admire your patiennnnce with all that stockinette! I agree, this is a fab color for this along with the pants especially. Great look! And I also like it without the ruching, but it might be interesting to have the option.

Meredith

Wow. Another amazing project and super pants!

kerry

Fab sweater! I LOVE your new feature of providing links to the patterns (or maybe you've done this before?) Thanks!

Sara L.

Great sweater! I really like the long asymmetrical hem, but it would be fun to cinch it up too.

Sal

I am with the others, this is a great great look!!
I love the colours, the shape, it is fun. And a perfect example of a modern ruffle. And you made it......wowser!

Amazing job!!! Thank you for the link to the pattern site. I love your sweater and I love how you paired it with those fun pants.

Classically Casual

I am so not a ruffle person, but I love this! Somehow the ruffle and color make the sleekness fun. You must never sleep, so busy knitting fantastic stuff. You and Firecracker are in a league of your own for sure.

You and this crazy chartreuse and those crazy pants! I love it - and I swear not many people can pull this off and still look classy and pulled together. I too am in awe of you knitting that sweater, no easy feat with such a fine stitch. Fantastic outfit! Love the asymmetrical hem here too.

unfrumped

Such a beautiful top! You continue to be a winner in the talent contest.
I love those pants but I would like to see the sweater with a more neutral bottoms--navy maybe? just because it would let the yarn color speak for itself and be more of a statement.
Wow!

Lucy

That is the most amazing knit - you look fantastic! And I cannot believe you made it yourself! Just awesome all around.

Thistle

Mad knitting skills! That top is gorgeous and truly a work of art.

So on trend and fun too. Looks lovely on you.

Aida

What a fabulous sweater! I like the idea of adding the little drawstring to the long side for the additional styling options. SO FUN with the lime floral pants

Beth Ann

Stunning, and a great way to keep the end of summer interesting! I like that it "goes" but doesn't "match."

Jaime

I am in awe of that sweater and how it combines asymmetry, angles and ruffles and yet comes off as minimal. Fabulous!

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