Stand Collar V-neck Cold Shoulder Blouse
Introducing a stylish women's blouse pattern featuring a modern stand collar, a distinctive V-neck placket, and unique cold shoulder sleeves designed for an elegant drape.
When To Wear
This versatile blouse is perfect for a range of occasions, offering comfort with a touch of sophistication:
- Smart Casual Outings: Ideal for lunch dates, weekend gatherings, or a stylish everyday look.
- Semi-Formal Events: Pair with tailored trousers or a skirt for a polished ensemble suitable for brunches or evening events.
- Vacation & Resort Wear: Its relaxed elegance makes it a perfect choice for warm-weather getaways and scenic occasions.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: Relaxed fit with a gently flowing drape, designed to sit comfortably at hip length.
Neckline & Collar: Features a contemporary stand collar above a sleek V-neck opening, shaped by carefully constructed plackets.
Sleeves: A defining cold shoulder design with uniquely draped, short sleeves, secured to create a distinctive, voluminous silhouette.
Closure: Pullover style with the V-neck plackets fixed at the base for a clean, uninterrupted front.
Back: A clean, unadorned back panel ensures a smooth and effortless finish.
Hem: Finished with a straight hemline for a classic and versatile look.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Requires familiarity with constructing collars, plackets, and managing unique sleeve designs.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose lightweight, drapey materials that will enhance the blouse's flow and silhouette:
- Blouse fabrics made from natural or blended fibers
Additional Supplies
Fabric & Materials
FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS: blouse fabrics made of natural or blended fibers. ALSO NEEDED: fusible interfacing. SEAM ALLOWANCES: all seams 1 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).
CUTTER'S MUST
- From main fabric:
- Back – 1 piece on fold
- Front – 1 piece on fold
- Collar stand – 2 pieces
- Placket – 2 pieces
- From fusible interfacing:
- Placket – 2 pieces
- Collar stand – 1 piece
Sewing Instructions
WHEN STITCHING PIECES, PAY ATTENTION TO THE NOTCHES - THEY MUST MATCH!
- Fuse interfacing to the respective pieces.
- Press placket pieces lengthwise in half, right sides out. Stitch plackets to the right side of the front, stopping 1 cm from the bottom. Clip the front allowance at the corners, stopping 1 mm from the stitching line. Tuck the ends of the plackets inwards, overlapping the right placket over the left, and stitch, securing the bottom edge. Overlock the allowances.
- Stitch shoulder seams, press allowances towards the back, overlock.
- Fold collar stand pieces right sides together and stitch the outer edge. Clip allowances, turn collar stand right side out, straighten, press. Stitch the outer side of the collar stand to the neckline, press allowances towards the collar stand. Fold under the allowance of the inner side of the collar stand and topstitch into the seam of the outer side.
- Cut (if not ready-made) a bias binding 4 cm wide and a length equal to the length of the upper sleeve edge + 4cm. Fold the bias binding lengthwise in half, right side out, and press. Place the binding with the upper sleeve edge right sides together and stitch. Clip allowances. Fold the binding to the wrong side and topstitch along the fold to the main piece. Press the seam.
- Stitch the side seam simultaneously with the lower sleeve seam, press allowances and overlock.
- Overlock the bottom edge of the garment, press to the wrong side and topstitch.
- Secure the back and front parts of the sleeve together with a few stitches at the level of the wavy marks.
