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Three-Panel Bridal Skirt with Train

Pattern #2014
Tech. Description

Three-Panel Bridal Skirt with Train

Introducing a stunning three-panel bridal skirt pattern, gracefully sculpted with an elegant train and a unique clean-finish hem.

When To Wear

This elegant bridal skirt is perfectly suited for a range of formal occasions:

  • Weddings & Ceremonies: Its elegant train and refined silhouette are perfect for bridal occasions.
  • Formal Galas: A sophisticated choice for high-profile events demanding exceptional formal attire.
  • Special Occasion Wear: Ideal for any event where a grand, romantic aesthetic is desired.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: A gracefully flared skirt, fitted at the waist and expanding into a luxurious high-low hem with a dramatic back train.

Waist: A clean-finished waistline, supported by an interfaced facing for a smooth fit.

Construction: Composed of three main panels – a seamless front and two gracefully shaped back panels – joined by curving vertical seams.

Hem: A distinctive high-low hemline that sweeps into a magnificent train, finished with a unique clean-edge technique using dense organza for refined structure and drape.

Closure: A concealed zipper closure is integrated into the center back seam for a seamless finish.

Length: Floor-length at the front, extending into a dramatic sweep train at the back.

Level Of Difficulty

Advanced. Requires precise seaming for multiple panels, invisible zipper application, and a specialized clean-finish hem technique involving multiple layers and interfacing.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose fabrics with a beautiful drape and structure to highlight the skirt's silhouette:

  • Dense satin

Additional Supplies

  • 20 cm zipper
  • Lining fabric
  • Fusible interfacing
  • Dense organza

Fabric & Materials

Fabric recommendations: HEAVY SATIN. Also needed: ZIPPER 20 CM long; LINING FABRIC; FUSIBLE INTERFACING; HEAVY ORGANZA.

CUTTER'S MUST

If the patterns have a double contour, they include SEAM ALLOWANCES. If the contour is single, the patterns do not include SEAM ALLOWANCES. SEAM ALLOWANCES: Seam allowance for the center back seam of the skirt panel (FOR ZIPPER INSERTION) - 2 cm. Other seams - 1 cm. ATTENTION! First, print out the paper patterns and lay them out on the fabric width (fabric width should be at least 140 cm) to determine how much material you will need.

  • From SATIN:
    • All SKIRT pieces and FACING pieces
  • From FUSIBLE INTERFACING:
    • All FACING pieces
  • From LINING FABRIC:
    • All LINING pieces
  • From HEAVY ORGANZA:
    • All SKIRT pieces

Sewing Instructions

When stitching pieces, pay attention to the NOTCHES - they must match! Try to observe the GRAIN LINE direction.

  1. ZIPPER in the center back seam of the skirt panel.
  2. The bottom of the skirt is FINISHED WITH A CLEAN EDGE using heavy ORGANZA (see photo). The ORGANZA piece for the bottom edge is first trimmed 1 cm shorter than the SATIN skirt piece. Then both SATIN and ORGANZA pieces are stitched along the bottom edge and turned right side out. All skirt pieces are processed individually along their bottom edges in this manner.
  3. Then all vertical seams of the skirt pieces are first overlocked (ORGANZA and SATIN together as one layer). Then all skirt pieces are stitched together, and these seams are pressed open (see photo). The corners of the seams at the bottom of the skirt are folded inwards and secured with blind stitches.
  4. The FACING, interfaced with FUSIBLE INTERFACING, is stitched onto the skirt LINING, and then the top edge of the skirt is finished.

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