Dolman Sleeve Gathered V-Neck Dress
This elegant made-to-measure sewing pattern creates a flowing V-neck dress, distinguished by its gathered dolman sleeves, defined waistband, and gracefully gathered skirt.
When To Wear
This versatile dress transitions effortlessly from relaxed outings to semi-formal occasions, making it an ideal choice for:
- Daytime Chic: Perfect for comfortable yet stylish everyday wear, from errands to casual meet-ups.
- Smart Casual Gatherings: An ideal choice for relaxed lunches, brunches, or garden parties.
- Travel Wardrobe Essential: Its comfortable fit and stylish drape make it a versatile piece for your next getaway.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: Features a relaxed bodice with dolman sleeves, cinched at a defined waist, flowing into a full, gathered A-line skirt.
Neckline: A flattering V-neckline is adorned with delicate gathering, creating a soft, draped effect on the front bodice.
Sleeves: Long dolman sleeves offer a relaxed fit, tapering down to elegant cuffed wrists.
Waist: A wide, smooth waistband cinches the silhouette, separating the gathered bodice from the voluminous skirt.
Skirt: A knee-length, gathered A-line skirt provides comfortable movement and a graceful drape.
Back: Features a gently gathered neckline and a defined waistband, mirroring the front's flattering silhouette.
Closure: An invisible zipper is neatly inserted into the left side seam for a seamless finish.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Requires skills in working with knit fabrics, creating gathers, inserting a zipper, and finishing with bias binding.
Fabric Recommendations
For optimal drape and comfort, choose knit fabrics with medium to low stretch, crafted from natural or blended fibers:
- Medium to low stretch knit fabrics
- Natural or blended fiber knits
Additional Supplies
- Knit tape or bias binding, 4 cm wide, for neckline finishing
- Zipper, 15-18 cm long
CUTTER'S MUST
- Upper BACK PANEL – QTY 2
- Upper FRONT PANEL – QTY 2
- BACK YOKE – QTY 1
- FRONT YOKE – QTY 1
- Lower Part – QTY 2
- CUFF – QTY 2
Tip: When sewing knit fabrics, use a special elastic stitch or a narrow zigzag stitch. When serging, trim SEAM ALLOWANCES to 0.8 cm. The hem allowance should be topstitched with a twin needle to maintain elasticity. Alternatively, you can sew the pieces directly on a 3- or 4-thread overlocker.
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch the center seams of the BACK PANEL and FRONT PANEL. Serge and press the seams open.
- Along the lower edge of the upper BACK PANEL and FRONT PANEL, between the NOTCHES, sew a basting stitch with loose tension and gather. Attach the yoke. Serge and press the seams down.
- Along the upper edge of the lower part, sew a basting stitch with loose tension and gather. Attach the lower part to the yoke. Serge and press the seam up.
- Stitch the side seams of the BACK PANEL and FRONT PANEL, simultaneously stitching the lower edges of the SLEEVES. Insert the ZIPPER into the left side seam, starting from the upper edge of the yoke. Serge and press the seams towards the BACK PANEL. Stitch the right shoulder seam. Serge and press the seam towards the BACK PANEL.
- Along the neckline edge, sew a basting stitch with loose tension and gather. The amount of gathering in the sections is indicated on the pattern. Finish the neckline with BIAS BINDING. Stitch the resulting corner of the BIAS BINDING near the center seam of the FRONT PANEL. Stitch the left shoulder seam. Serge and press the seam towards the BACK PANEL.
- Stitch the CUFFS into a ring. Fold them in half with right sides out, straighten the seams, and press. Attach the CUFFS to the SLEEVES. Press the seams towards the SLEEVE.
- Serge the bottom edge of the garment, fold up, and topstitch.
