Sleeveless Sundress with Inverted Pleat and Empire Waistband

Sleeveless Sundress with Inverted Pleat and Empire Waistband

Discover a charming women's sewing pattern for a sleeveless sundress featuring a fitted empire bodice, a gracefully flared skirt, and distinctive inverted pleats at the center front and center back.

When To Wear

This sundress is perfect for warm weather and relaxed occasions, offering a blend of comfort and style for:

• Casual Daywear: Ideal for daily outings, strolls, and leisure activities in sunny weather.
• Summer Gatherings: a lovely choice for garden parties, picnics, and outdoor brunches.
• Travel & Vacations: Lightweight and elegant, making it suitable for exploring new destinations or enjoying resort wear.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: Fitted through the empire bodice, gracefully flaring into a softly pleated skirt.

Neckline: a rounded scoop neckline at the front, finished with bias binding; the upper edge of the back is turned into a casing.

Straps: Delicate bias-bound straps formed from the front armhole binding and threaded through the back casing, which softly gathers the back; the strap length is adjusted at fitting.

Bodice: Front yoke shaped with darts.

Waist: Defined empire waistband positioned just below the bust, creating an elegant, elongated line.

Skirt: Inverted pleats at the center front and center back add fullness and graceful movement; the back skirt is also shaped with darts.

Closure: An invisible zipper at the left side seam at waist level ensures a smooth, seamless fit.

Length: Midi length, falling below the knee for a classic and versatile look.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires skills in working with darts, inserting an invisible zipper, creating inverted pleats, and finishing edges with bias binding.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose lightweight, fluid fabrics with good drape to enhance the skirt's movement:

• Silk fabrics made from natural or blended fibers

Additional Supplies

• Invisible zipper
• Bias binding