Summer Basics Tank Top - and Layering!

Pattern - Love Notions Summer Basics
Skill Level - Confident Beginner
Fabric - l'oiseau fabrics  modal French terry
Skills - knit binding

As a staunch member of the Bat Wing Club, I was quite hesitant about helping test a tank pattern.  I really don't like to show off my upper arms!  However a tank can be an essential part of a wardrobe when you do some layering.  Love Notions Summer Basics isn't just about a tank top - it's also a knee-length dress and a maxi-length dress, so as usual with Love Notions patterns, you have options!

I already had a beautiful modal French terry on hand - Cherry Blossoms from l'oiseau fabrics - and knew it would be the perfect choice for my tank.  And it turns out that the Summer Basics Tank is such a quick sew.  The knit binding method gives you a professional finish that looks like it just came off the rack.  And before you know it - you have your tank!

Now, how to wear it!  I'm comfortable wearing a tank top around the house but have always been shy about baring my upper arms.  Layering is the answer!

A loose shirt is the perfect layering addition allowing you to stay cool and yet be comfortable. 

And as it happens, this shirt is one I made for my husband!  Well, he can hand it over now!

A tank top is also an essential part of the winter wardrobe - under a jacket or a low-necked dress, for instance.

Here, I'm wearing another one under Love Notions Serenity Sweater which needs to be worn over something - what could be better than Love Notions Summer Basics tank!  This tank is made with an athletic wicking fabric and works perfectly as an under garment.

And of course layering isn't just for the tank.  It works equally well for both the dresses.  A jacket or cardigan would be perfect over both knee-length and maxi.  And to be totally elegant, how about a shawl or dupatta over the maxi?  The quintessential sophisticated and yet comfortable evening dress!

Okay - I've talked me into it!  The Summer Basics is definitely a must-have part of my wardrobe!  You can get your copy through my affiliate link below - and if you don't already have it, grab the Serenity Sweater as well

Love Notions Summer Basics
Love Notions Serenity Sweater