Six-Gore Godet Skirt Flared From The Hip
Introducing a graceful women's skirt pattern featuring a six-gore construction, fitted through the hip and flaring into a godet-like hem, offering sophisticated movement and drape.
When To Wear
This skirt offers a versatile blend of elegance and comfort, making it suitable for:
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Professional & Office Attire: Paired with a blouse or blazer for a polished work look.
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Cocktail & Special Occasions: Its flowing silhouette and sophisticated drape are perfect for semi-formal events.
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Everyday Chic: a comfortable yet stylish choice for elevated casual wear or smart day events.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: fitted at the waist and hips, flaring from the hip into a full, flowing hem through its six-gore construction (three panels at the front and three at the back).
Waist: a defined waistband provides a neat, comfortable fit at the natural waist.
Length: Midi length, typically falling below the knee for an elegant silhouette.
Closure: a zipper in the left side seam, with a button and buttonhole on the waistband.
Hem: The wide, fluid hemline, created by the gored panels, offers beautiful movement and drape.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Involves precise seam matching for the gored panels, accurate zipper installation, and waistband construction with a buttonhole.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose soft, easily draped fabrics to enhance the skirt's flowing silhouette:
- Soft, easily draped fabrics made from natural fibers
- Soft, easily draped fabrics made from blended fibers
Additional Supplies
- Fusible interfacing for the waistband
- 1 zipper
- 1 button
Cutter's Must
- From main fabric:
- Center Skirt – 2 pieces
- Side Skirt – 4 pieces
- Waistband – 1 piece
- From fusible interfacing:
- Waistband – 1 piece
Sewing Instructions
- Fuse the waistband with fusible interfacing.
- Stitch the panel seams joining the Center Skirt and Side Skirt pieces on the front and back, serge and press them towards the center.
- Stitch the right side seam. Serge the seam and press open. Stitch the left side seam up to the zipper mark. Serge and press open the seam allowances. Insert the zipper.
- Attach the waistband to the upper edge of the skirt. Stitch the ends of the waistband right sides together, trim the seam allowances at the corners and turn right side out. Fold under the inner edge of the waistband and topstitch into the attaching seam. Press the waistband.
- Serge the hem allowance, press to the wrong side, and topstitch.
- Mark and stitch the buttonhole. Sew on the button.
