Sleeveless Double-Breasted Asymmetrical Top
Introducing a chic sleeveless top featuring a distinctive double-breasted front and a modern asymmetrical hem, perfect for an elevated warm-weather look.
When To Wear
This top's stylish design makes it a versatile choice for a range of occasions:
- Smart-Casual Gatherings: Elevate your look for brunches, lunches, or informal social events.
- Office & Professional Settings: Pair with tailored trousers or a skirt for a modern business-casual ensemble.
- Warm-Weather Events: A fashionable option for outdoor gatherings, holidays, or stylish daytime affairs.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A fitted bodice that subtly flares at the hem, creating a structured and flattering shape.
Neckline: A gently curved, high neckline that transitions into broad, supportive shoulder straps.
Closure: Features a double-breasted front with six decorative buttons and a concealed zipper closure at the center back.
Sleeves: Sleeveless design with wide, comfortable straps positioned for excellent coverage and support.
Back: Designed with vertical princess seams for shaping and a center back seam incorporating a hidden zipper.
Hem: A striking asymmetrical hemline, angled to fall lower on one side for a contemporary and dynamic finish.
Length: Finishes at the high hip, allowing for versatility when styled with high-waisted bottoms.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Requires confident sewing skills including accurate button placement, hidden zipper insertion, and precise assembly of facings and the asymmetrical hem.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose fabrics that offer both structure and comfort for this tailored top:
- Dense dress fabrics made from natural or blended fibers with elastane
Additional Supplies
- Fusible interfacing
- 1 concealed zipper
- 6 buttons
Fabric & Materials
Fabric recommendations: dense dress fabrics made of natural or blended fibers with elastane. YOU WILL ALSO NEED: fusible interfacing; concealed zipper; 6 buttons.
CUTTER'S MUST
SEAM ALLOWANCES: all seams 1 cm. Seam allowance for the vertical edge of the fly front piece – 1.5 cm. Hem allowance for the bottom of the garment – 1.5 cm. ATTENTION! FIRST, PRINT OUT THE PAPER PATTERNS AND LAY THEM OUT ON THE FABRIC WIDTH (fabric width can be from 90cm to 150cm) TO DETERMINE HOW MUCH MATERIAL YOU WILL NEED (do not forget to account for paired and symmetrical pieces). WHEN STITCHING PIECES, PAY ATTENTION TO THE NOTCHES - THEY MUST MATCH! ATTENTION! Markings on the patterns are on the right side!
- From main fabric:
- Center back piece – 2 pieces
- Side back piece – 2 pieces
- Center front piece - 1 piece
- Side front piece – 2 pieces
- Fly front piece - 1 piece
- Strap - 2 pieces
- Back facing – 4 pieces
- Front facing - 2 pieces
- From fusible interfacing:
- Back facing – 2 pieces
- Front facing - 1 piece
Sewing Instructions
- Interface the pieces with fusible interfacing.
- Fold the strap in half lengthwise, right sides together, and stitch the long edge. Turn right side out, centering the seam, and press. Topstitch 0.2 cm from the edge.
- Stitch the back princess seams, press allowances towards the center and overcast. Attach the outer facing to the back, press allowances towards the facing.
- Overcast the center back edge separately on each piece. Stitch the center back seam from the zipper mark to the bottom, press allowances open. Insert the zipper.
- Overcast the vertical and bottom edges of the fly front piece, press to the wrong side and topstitch. Place the fly front piece over the center front and secure along the edges. Stitch the front princess seams, press allowances towards the center and overcast. Attach the outer facing to the front, press allowances towards the facing.
- Stitch the side seams, press allowances towards the back and overcast.
- Stitch the side seams of the back and front facings, overcast the bottom edge. Place the facing with the garment and stitch the upper edge, inserting the straps at the front. Clip allowances, turn the facing to the wrong side, and press. Topstitch the inner facing into the seam of the outer facing attachment.
- Put on the top, adjust the length of the straps, overcast the bottom edges and secure them to the back facing above the princess seams.
- Overcast the bottom edge of the garment, press to the wrong side and topstitch.
- Sew decorative buttons according to markings.
