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V-Neck Long Sleeve V-Front Gown

Pattern #5039

This elegant floor-length gown pattern, drafted to your own measurements, features a V-neckline, long sleeves, and a fitted princess-seamed bodice that dips into a flattering V-point below the waist. The full, flowing skirt makes it an exquisite choice for formal events, galas, weddings, or red carpet gatherings. Consider luxurious fabrics like velvet, satin, or brocade to achieve the desired silhouette.

Tech. Description

V-Neck Long Sleeve V-Front Gown

Introducing an elegant floor-length gown pattern featuring a V-neckline, long sleeves, and a fitted princess-seamed bodice that dips into a flattering V-point below the waist before flowing into a full skirt.

When To Wear

This exquisite gown is perfect for special occasions, including:

  • Formal Events & Galas: Its sophisticated design makes it ideal for grand celebrations and evening functions.
  • Weddings & Receptions: a stunning choice for guests or a unique bridal option.
  • Red Carpet & Themed Parties: Ensures a memorable and elegant presence at any high-profile gathering.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: Floor-length gown with a fitted, fully lined bodice and a full, flowing skirt.

Neckline: V-neckline at the front, finished with neckline facings and complemented by a distinctive V-shaped waist seam.

Sleeves: Long, fitted set-in sleeves that extend to the wrist.

Waist: a dropped, V-pointed (basque) waistline at the front; the bodice is shaped by center front and side front princess seams.

Back: Features a center back seam and back darts for shaping.

Closure: Zipper in the center back seam, set between the folded seam allowances and edge-stitched.

Hem: Turned-up, stitched hem designed for graceful movement.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires skills in working with linings, inserting zippers, and managing shaped seams and full skirt construction.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose luxurious fabrics with good drape and body to achieve the desired silhouette:

  • Velvet
  • Satin
  • Brocade
  • Duchesse Silk

Additional Supplies

  • Lining fabric
  • Fusible interfacing for facings
  • Zipper

Cutter's Must

  • From main fabric:
  • Center Front – 1 piece
  • Side Front – 2 pieces
  • Back – 2 pieces
  • Sleeve – 2 pieces
  • Back Neckline Facing – 2 pieces
  • Front Neckline Facing – 1 piece
  • Back Skirt – 2 pieces
  • Front Skirt – 1 piece
  • From fusible interfacing:
  • Back Neckline Facing – 2 pieces
  • Front Neckline Facing – 1 piece
  • From lining:
  • Center Front – 1 piece
  • Side Front – 2 pieces
  • Back – 2 pieces
  • Sleeve – 2 pieces
  • Back Skirt – 2 pieces
  • Front Skirt – 1 piece

Sewing Instructions

  1. Fuse interfacing to the Back Neckline Facings and Front Neckline Facing. Attach the neckline facings to the Back and front pieces. Stitch the darts on the Back pieces from main and lining fabrics.
  2. Stitch the front princess seams (Center Front to Side Fronts) on the main and lining pieces.
  3. Stitch the bodice side seams on the main and lining pieces.
  4. Place the main fabric pieces with the lining pieces right sides together, stitch them together along the neckline edge. Turn the pieces right side out.
  5. Turn the seam allowances of the center back seam inwards, insert the zipper between them and topstitch close to the edge.
  6. Stitch the side seams of the Back Skirt and Front Skirt pieces in main and lining fabrics. Attach the main fabric skirt to the main fabric bodice, attach the lining skirt to the lining bodice. Press the seam allowances open and tack the main and lining allowances together. Hem the garment with a turned-up, stitched hem.

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