Sleeveless Pleated Wrap Top

Sleeveless Pleated Wrap Top

Introducing a chic women's sewing pattern for a sleeveless wrap top, featuring elegant shoulder pleats and a fixed, flattering wrap front.

When To Wear

This versatile top offers a blend of sophistication and comfort, suitable for:

• Casual Chic Outings: Perfect for brunch, casual gatherings, or day trips when paired with relaxed bottoms.
• Office & Professional Settings: a stylish choice for the workplace, especially under a blazer or worn with smart trousers.
• Warm Weather Elegance: Its sleeveless design and breathable fabric recommendations make it ideal for warmer seasons or resort wear.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: a semi-fitted, sleeveless silhouette with a straight hem, designed for comfortable drape.

Neckline: Features a distinguished stand collar that transitions into a sophisticated V-neck wrap front.

Wrap Closure: a fixed wrap front, where the right panel gracefully overlaps the left and is secured into the side seam, ensuring confident wear without gapping.

Shoulder Detail: Elegant pleats at each shoulder add subtle volume and a touch of refined texture to the front bodice.

Sleeves: Sleeveless design with clean-finished armholes, bound with bias tape for a smooth, comfortable edge.

Back: a clean, uncluttered back with a high neckline complementing the stand collar.

Hem: a neat, straight hem finished with a double-fold for a polished look.

Length: Hip-length for versatile styling.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires skills in forming pleats, constructing a stand collar, attaching bias binding to armholes, and securing a fixed wrap front.

Fabric Recommendations

Achieve the best drape and comfort with soft, lightweight blouse fabrics:

• Soft blouse fabrics made from natural or blended fibers (e.g., linen blends, cotton batiste, rayon challis, Tencel twill).

Additional Supplies

• Bias tape, 4 cm wide (length equal to armhole length + 4 cm, if not pre-made)