Scoop Neck Princess Seam Flared Dress
Introducing a women's sewing pattern for an elegant dress featuring a fitted bodice with princess seams, a graceful scoop neckline, and a full, flared skirt.
When To Wear:
- Formal Events & Celebrations: Ideal for weddings, galas, and other upscale gatherings requiring a sophisticated silhouette.
- Evening Occasions: Perfect for dinner parties, theatre outings, or any event where elegant attire is desired.
- Special Milestones: A stunning choice for anniversaries, birthdays, or other memorable personal celebrations.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A flattering fit-and-flare silhouette with a fitted bodice and a sweeping, full-length flared skirt.
Neckline: A classic and elegant scoop neckline.
Bodice: Structured bodice featuring princess seams on both the front and back for a tailored fit.
Sleeves: Sleeveless design, allowing for versatility in styling with wraps or jackets.
Waist: A defined natural waistline where the bodice seamlessly transitions into the voluminous skirt.
Closure: A discreet hidden zipper is placed at the center back for a smooth finish.
Length: A glamorous maxi-length skirt designed to sweep the floor.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Requires familiarity with princess seam construction, installing a hidden zipper, and lining techniques for the bodice.
Fabric Recommendations
Select medium-weight fabrics with good drape and body to achieve the desired silhouette:
- Satin (especially with coupon patterns)
- Velvet
- Dupioni Silk
- Brocade
- Taffeta
Additional Supplies
- Lining fabric
- Hidden zipper
CUTTER'S MUST
- From main fabric:
- BACK PANEL center – 2 QTY
- BACK PANEL side – 2 QTY
- FRONT PANEL side – 2 QTY
- FRONT PANEL center – 1 QTY
- BACK SKIRT HALF – 2 QTY
- FRONT SKIRT HALF – 1 QTY
- From LINING fabric:
- BACK PANEL center – 2 QTY
- BACK PANEL side – 2 QTY
- FRONT PANEL side – 2 QTY
- FRONT PANEL center – 1 QTY
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch and serge the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL princess seams. Press the FRONT PANEL princess seams towards the center front, and the BACK PANEL princess seams towards the center back.
- Stitch and serge the BODICE side and shoulder seams. Press the shoulder and side seams towards the BACK PANEL.
- Stitch and serge the LINING BODICE princess, side, and shoulder seams. Press the shoulder and side seams towards the BACK PANEL.
- Finish the BODICE neckline and armhole edges with the LINING.
- Stitch and serge the side seams of the FRONT SKIRT HALF and BACK SKIRT HALF. Press the side seams towards the BACK SKIRT HALF.
- Stitch the BODICE to the skirt. Serge the joining seam.
- Serge the center back seam. Stitch the center back seam up to the NOTCHES for the ZIPPER. Press open the center back seam and press the ZIPPER opening. Place the ZIPPER under the SEAM ALLOWANCES so that the teeth are not visible, and stitch in place.
- Serge the bottom edge of the skirt, fold up, and topstitch.
