……..Some Simple Embellishment and Hack Ideas for the Love Notions Aria
The Aria Button Down is part of the “Preppy & Polished” Collection sale from August 14- 27 for just $5. The Aria Sewing Course is also on sale for just $15 ($10 off) during this time as well.
If you spend more than $8 you can use my code MARYMAC10 for an additional 10% off.


I have a closet full of Aria button downs. It really is one of my favorite patterns to sew and wear. Almost all of them are long sleeved. Last summer, I realized that I wore my blue striped linen short sleeved Aria constantly. It went on EVERY vacation and getaway we went on. So~ when planning my Spring and Summer makes, I knew I needed a few more short sleeved versions.
The Aria is such a good classic shirt to have in your wardrobe, put it can also be played with to create some really custom looks! When I am out and about, I am always taking note of the classic shirts I see in all the boutiques. So many of them are simply a basic button down shirt with a little twist. Here are just a few ideas I tried.
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