Halter Neck Flared Asymmetrical Hem Dress
Introducing a sophisticated halter neck dress featuring a gracefully flared silhouette, an elegant high-low asymmetrical hem, and artfully constructed bodice details with tie fastenings.
When To Wear
This versatile dress is designed for comfort and elegance, making it an ideal choice for:
- Summer Events: Perfect for garden parties, casual weddings, or sophisticated daytime gatherings.
- Resort & Vacation Wear: An ideal choice for holiday wardrobes, beachside dining, or cruise ensembles.
- Everyday Chic: Easily dressed up or down for a stylish yet comfortable warm-weather look.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: Flared, loose-fitting a-line silhouette with generous volume, flowing freely from the bust.
Neckline: Halter neck design secured with adjustable tie fastenings at the back neck.
Back: Features an open back design above the waist, with an upper back panel that forms the halter attachment point.
Hem: Asymmetrical high-low hem, gracefully cascading from shorter at the front to longer at the back.
Detailing: An integrated flounce in the front seam creates a subtle, layered effect at the hemline.
Waist: Uncinched, flowing freely from the bust for a relaxed and comfortable fit.
Closure: Halter ties at the neck, complemented by an elasticated upper back section for a comfortable, pull-on style.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Involves techniques such as sewing with elastic thread, constructing a casing, and precise hemming for the flounce and asymmetrical hem.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose flowing dress fabrics with good drape to enhance the silhouette:
- Dress fabrics made from natural or blended fibers
Additional Supplies
- Lining fabric
- Elastic thread
Cutter's Must
- From main fabric:
- 1. Upper back - 1 qty
- 2. Back skirt half – 2 qty
- 3. Front skirt half – 2 qty
- 3. Flounce - 2 qty
- From lining:
- 1. Upper back - 1 qty
- 2. Back skirt half – 2 qty
- 3. Front skirt half – 2 qty
Sewing Instructions
- Cut tie and loop details from main fabric. Tie: 4 cm wide, 150 cm long. Loop: 4 cm wide, 4 cm long. Fold lengthwise in half, right side out, and press. Unfold, press side edges towards the center, and fold in half. Stitch 0.1 cm from the edge.
- Place upper back pieces right sides together and stitch the long sides of the rhombus and the upper section, inserting the loop. Turn right side out and press.
- Finish the bias and lower edges of the flounce with a narrow rolled hem. Stitch the center front seam, inserting the flounces. Press seam allowances to the left and serge.
- Stitch the center back seam, press seam allowances to the left and serge. Attach the upper back to the upper edge of the back skirt half.
- Stitch the side seams, press seam allowances towards the back and serge.
- Process lining pieces similarly to main fabric pieces. Place lining and main garment right sides together and stitch the upper edge. Then, starting 1 cm from the upper seam, stitch the upper edge all around, stopping 1 cm before the upper seam on the other side. Turn the dress right side out and press. Stitch a decorative seam 1 cm from the upper front edge, creating a casing.
- Serge the lower edges of the dress and lining (separately) with a narrow rolled hem.
- Along the upper edge of the back skirt half, from the side seam to the upper, stitch using elastic thread. Insert the tie into the casing and loop.
