Wide Deep V-Neck Dress

Deep V-Neck Dress with Fluid Silhouette and Soft Sleeves

FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS

Choose lightweight fabrics with soft drape and fluid movement:

• Lightweight silk fabrics
• Viscose fabrics
• Soft draping woven fabrics made from natural or blended fibers

These materials preserve the intended elegance, movement, and fluid neckline shaping of the design.

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

Bias binding

CUTTER’S MUST FOR DRESS SEWING PATTERN

From Main Fabric:

1. Back – 2 pieces
2. Front – 1 piece
3. Sleeve – 2 pieces

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before cutting your fabric, print and lay out the paper patterns according to your fabric width (90–150 cm) to determine required yardage.

Remember to account for paired and symmetrical pieces.

When sewing, pay close attention to all notches — they must match precisely to ensure correct construction and fit.

Careful handling and pressing are essential when working with lightweight silk and viscose fabrics to preserve smooth drape and prevent distortion.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Bust Darts

Mark and stitch the bust darts on the Front.

Press the darts downward.

2. Waist Darts on Front

Mark and stitch the waist darts on the Front.

Press the waist darts toward the center front.

3. Back Darts

Mark and stitch the darts on the Back.

Press the darts toward the center back.

4. Center Back Seam and Zipper

Overlock the center back edges.

Stitch the center back seam up to the zipper notch.

Press the center back seam open and press the zipper opening allowances.

Insert the zipper.

5. Shoulder and Side Seams

Overlock, stitch, and press the shoulder seams toward the Back.

Overlock, stitch, and press the side seams toward the Back.

6. Neckline Finish

Fold the bias strip lengthwise at the center and press.

Finish the neckline edges of the Front and Back with the bias strip.

Turn under the back ends of the bias strip and secure by hand.

7. Sleeves

Stitch the sleeve seams.

Overlock and press the sleeve seams.

8. Sleeve Attachment

Set the sleeves into the armholes, easing the sleeve cap.

Overlock the sleeve attachment seam.

9. Hem

Overlock the hem allowances of the garment and sleeves, turn to the wrong side and edge topstitch.