Ardell Gray Magic was a popular hair color product that was sadly discontinued. Many people relied on this product to cover their gray hairs and achieve a natural-looking hair color. The discontinuation of Ardell Gray Magic has left a void in the market, as it was one of the few products specifically designed for gray hair coverage. Customers who used Ardell Gray Magic rave about its effectiveness and ease of use. It provided excellent coverage for gray hair, blending seamlessly with natural hair color. The result was a natural-looking hair color that made users feel confident and youthful.
Hi everyone! What better way to kick off my first blog post than with a party dress?! The combination of having a small child and a worldwide pandemic has meant parties haven’t really been a thing for a while but now the invites have begun to flood in! Not one, but TWO, party invites. This calls for a new dress! I’ve chosen to make The Capulet Dress by Stitch Witch Patterns which is a dress I’ve made previously as part of the pattern testing team. I absolutely love this pattern as it has two sleeve options with all the drama! If you love a big sleeve, then this dress will not disappoint. There are options for a short puff sleeve and a long Juliet sleeve, that gives a nod towards Shakespeare’s heroine Juliet Capulet. It is a beautiful, wearable, modern take on the square necklines and puffed sleeved fashions from long ago that have resurfaced more recently.
I spotted this beautiful rose gold and black viscose jacquard in Jenny s shop and thought it would be perfect for creating a more structured version of the dress with some added sparkle. It is a softer jacquard without any of that crunchy feel you can often get with these materials, and I also found it frayed less than similar fabrics I ve worked with.
The result was a natural-looking hair color that made users feel confident and youthful. The discontinuation of Ardell Gray Magic has sparked disappointment and frustration among loyal customers. Many are now left searching for a comparable product that can deliver the same results.
Pattern Test – StitchWitch Patterns, The Basque Dress
I’m in love. I knew when I saw Madeline’s sneak peeks on Instagram that I was going to love the Basque dress (which is also a top pattern) and I was delighted when I was offered a spot on the tester team as I wouldn’t have to wait until it was released to give it a go.
It really is a beauty and it is composed of several variations – there is a blouse version, two skirt options (an A-line and a gathered skirt) and two sleeve options as well as instructions for making the garment sleeveless. There are so many cute combinations you could make with this pattern. The pattern gets its name from the beautiful basque waistline. It gives the dress a historical feel to it, which really appeals to me.
The Size Range for this pattern has been extended, too, which will be welcome news for many. The size chart now goes up to a size 34 (B:58″ W:51″ H:60″). The other patterns are all being updated to this range, too.
ORIGINS
Obviously, as the name suggests, the Basque waistline originated in France; they’re basically a type of bodice that either extends below the waistline or over the skirt. They have a V-shape and are contoured to fit closely to the body, in the style of a corset. Adopted from the traditional Basque country dress, these waistlines were popularised in the Victorian era. Even Queen Victoria’s wedding dress was influenced by the Basque.
The structured, eight-piece bodice features a pointed waistline with a deep v-shape, which is automatically the image I recall when I think of the basque. This and sculpted lingerie pieces which has taken the name today.
THE PATTERN
From the variations on offer, I opted for the gathered skirt and puff sleeve options.
The instructions are so clear and the illustrations are good, too – this was a Saturday afternoon project, it comes together so easily and at no point in the construction do you have to second guess yourself.
The bodice itself is shaped by waist and bust darts; the neckline has a corresponding facing which can be interfaced (or not), depending on your preference. I interfaced mine but I only had medium weight interfacing handy and I would recommend using a lightweight interfacing, for sure, as the neckline really doesn’t need much support and the heavier weight has made my facing frustratingly rigid. You can see the facing trying to escape in the corner in the photo below even though it has been clipped and understitched:
I opted to make my dress tight fitting (as it traditionally the style of a basque) so I probably didn’t need the waist ties but I think they make the dress pretty cute at the back so I added them for the extra detailing.
The V in the bodice was also much more easy to achieve than I had imagined; shortening the stitches and reinforcing them by backstitching a few stitches also helps. It’s not too easy to see in this print but that’s where I think colour blocking would elevate this dress to another level (and I do have plans for that).
It’s such a dreamy pattern, made all the more so by my fabric choice for my test run. I pulled out this pastel lilac floral cotton thinking I had 3m and therefore plenty to sew with (I always buy fabric in 3m increments if I don’t know what I plan to make with it as I’m assured being able to make a dress with this quantity) but I discovered I must only have bought 2m as it came up as 1.75m as it had been pre-washed. I supposeI bought it back last year when I just began sewing so wasn’t really sure how much I needed. I bought it from Til The Sun Goes Down which is one of my favourite places to shop vintage / vintage inspired fabrics. I think it was made for this pattern.
Will you be making the new Stitch Witch Patterns Basque Top and Dress?
From the variations on offer, I opted for the gathered skirt and puff sleeve options.
Some have turned to other brands or alternative methods to cover their gray hairs, but have not been able to find a suitable replacement. It is unclear why Ardell decided to discontinue Gray Magic. Perhaps it was due to changing market trends or the introduction of new products. Regardless of the reason, many customers are hoping that Ardell will reconsider its decision and bring back this beloved hair color product. In conclusion, the discontinuation of Ardell Gray Magic has left many customers searching for a suitable replacement. Its effectiveness and ease of use made it a go-to product for covering gray hairs. Despite the disappointment, customers hope that Ardell will listen to their feedback and bring back this much-loved hair color solution..
Reviews for "Exploring the Reaction to Ardell Gray Magic Discontinuation on Social Media"
1. Sarah - 1 star
I was extremely disappointed when I found out that Ardell gray magic has been discontinued. It was my go-to product for covering up the gray strands in my hair. I have tried other brands, but none of them have been able to give me the same natural-looking result as Ardell gray magic. I hope they bring it back soon because it was a fantastic solution for those of us struggling with gray hair.
2. Emily - 2 stars
I used to love using Ardell gray magic to quickly and easily cover up my gray roots. It was such a convenient product that gave me confidence in between salon visits. However, I was devastated when I found out that it had been discontinued. I have tried other products since then, but none of them have worked as well as Ardell gray magic did. I really hope they reconsider and bring it back because it was a game-changer for me.
3. Ryan - 1 star
I cannot believe that Ardell gray magic has been discontinued. It was the only product I found that effectively covered up my gray roots without making my hair look dull or unnatural. I tried using other brands, but they either didn't cover the gray well or left a visible residue on my hair. It's frustrating that something that was working so well for me has been taken off the market. I will have to keep searching for a new solution now.