Paneled Asymmetrical Flared Skirt
Craft a striking silhouette with this women's sewing pattern for a paneled asymmetrical flared skirt, featuring a unique hemline and sleek construction.
When To Wear
This versatile skirt is perfect for adding a chic and modern edge to any ensemble, suitable for:
- Professional Settings: Elevate your work wardrobe with its sophisticated design and structured appeal.
- Fashion-Forward Casual Outings: Make a statement in daily wear or social gatherings with its distinctive silhouette.
- Evening & Smart Casual Events: Dress it up or down for a range of occasions requiring a unique and stylish touch.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A paneled, flared silhouette that broadens from the hips, creating an elegant A-line shape.
Hem: Distinctive asymmetrical hemline, featuring varying lengths and dynamic points for a modern aesthetic.
Waist: Sits at the natural waist, finished with a clean facing for a smooth, comfortable fit.
Closure: Features a discreet invisible zipper closure at the left side seam for a seamless finish.
Paneling: Intricately constructed with multiple curved and straight panels, both front and back, adding sophisticated shaping and drape.
Details: A curved design line on the left front mimics a functional pocket opening, adding a refined decorative element.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Requires accurate panel matching, invisible zipper insertion, and clean facing application.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose lightweight fabrics made from natural or blended fibers that provide good structure and drape for this design:
- Lightweight suiting fabrics
- Stable cottons (e.g., sateen, twill)
- Linen & linen blends
- Viscose & polyester blends with body
Additional Supplies
- Fusible interfacing
- Invisible zipper
CUTTER'S MUST
- From main fabric:
- Back Part 1 - 1 QTY
- Back Part 2 - 1 QTY
- Back Part 3 - 1 QTY
- Back Part 4 - 1 QTY
- Front Part 1 - 1 QTY
- Front Part 2 - 1 QTY
- Front Part 3 - 1 QTY
- Front Part 4 - 1 QTY
- Back FACING - 1 QTY
- Front FACING - 1 QTY
- From FUSIBLE INTERFACING: back and front FACINGS.
Sewing Instructions
- Reinforce skirt FACINGS with FUSIBLE INTERFACING.
- Assemble the FRONT SKIRT HALF: stitch FRONT PANEL 1 of the skirt to FRONT PANEL 2. Press the SEAM ALLOWANCE towards Part 1 and serge.
- Stitch FRONT PANEL 2 and 3. Press the SEAM ALLOWANCE towards Part 2 and serge.
- Stitch FRONT PANEL 4 of the skirt to FRONT PANEL 3. Press the SEAM ALLOWANCE towards Part 3 and serge.
- Assembly of the BACK SKIRT HALF is similar to the assembly of the FRONT SKIRT HALF.
- Serge the left side edge. Stitch the left side edge from the fastener NOTCH downwards. Press the seam open, pressing the SEAM ALLOWANCE for the fastener. Place the ZIPPER under the SEAM ALLOWANCES and stitch so that the teeth are not visible.
- Stitch and serge the right side seam of the skirt. Press the seam towards the BACK PANEL.
- Stitch and press open the side edge of the FACINGS. Serge the bottom edge. Place FACINGS with the top edge of the skirt right sides together and stitch. Topstitch the stitching seam onto the FACINGS at a distance of 0.2 cm from the stitching seam. Fold the FACINGS to the wrong side and press.
- Press the hem allowance of the skirt to the wrong side, fold, and topstitch.
