Plus Size Kimono Sleeve Belted Wrap Dress

Name: Plus Size Kimono Sleeve Belted Wrap Dress
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 905959
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #905959

This versatile women's sewing pattern creates a relaxed-fit wrap dress, distinguished by its elegant V-neckline, short kimono sleeves, and a flattering belted waist. The A-line silhouette gently flares from the bust to a versatile knee-length hem. This comfortable and stylish wrap dress is suitable for casual everyday wear, workplace attire, or weekend brunch and gatherings, and can be made to your own measurements or in standard sizes.

Tech. Description

Kimono Sleeve Belted Wrap Dress

Introducing a versatile women's sewing pattern for a relaxed-fit wrap dress, distinguished by its elegant V-neckline, short kimono sleeves, and a flattering belted waist.

When To Wear

This comfortable and stylish wrap dress is a perfect choice for:

Casual Everyday: Effortlessly chic for daily errands, relaxed outings, and comfortable wear at home.
Workplace Attire: Appropriate for smart-casual office environments, offering both professionalism and comfort.
Weekend Brunch & Gatherings: a polished yet relaxed option for social events with friends and family.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: Relaxed-fit a-line silhouette, gently flaring from the bust to a versatile knee-length hem, with a defined waist.

Neckline: Elegant V-neckline formed by the overlapping wrap front, often featuring a contrasting band for visual appeal.

Closure: True wrap-dress construction, secured at the waist by a separate, wide fabric belt.

Sleeves: Short, wide kimono sleeves integrated into the bodice, finished with broad bands at the hem, which can be made in a contrasting fabric.

Waist: Defined by a wide, separate belt designed to cinch the waist, creating a flattering and adjustable silhouette.

Back: a clean and streamlined back design, subtly shaped with a center back seam.

Length: a comfortable and versatile knee-length hem.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires experience with sewing knit fabrics, including specific techniques for stretch materials, and careful assembly of banded necklines and sleeves.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose knit fabrics with low or medium stretch, made from natural or blended fibers for the main garment. Consider a contrasting fabric for the trim:

Knit fabrics (low or medium stretch) made from natural or blended fibers

Additional Supplies

Silk satin fabric for trim
Fusible interfacing

Cutter's Must

From main fabric:
1. Back – 2 pieces
2. Front – 1 piece
3. Upper of front – 1 piece
4. Back placket – 2 pieces
5. Front placket – 2 pieces
6. Upper front placket – 2 pieces
7. Sleeve placket – 2 pieces

Sewing Instructions

Reinforce pieces with fusible interfacing.
Stitch the center back seam of the back. Serge and press the seam open. Stitch the shoulder seams, serge and press towards the back.
Stitch the shoulder seams on the placket pieces. Press the seams towards the back. Attach the plackets to the neckline edge. Serge and press the seam towards the placket.
Fold the placket pieces right sides together and face the neckline of the upper front and back. Turn the pieces right side out and press. On the upper front, turn under the open edge of the placket and attach it into the seam. Interrupt the stitching at the shoulder seam. Press the seam. On the front, fold the plackets right sides together, insert the upper front between them and stitch. Turn the pieces right side out and press. Turn under the open edge of the placket and attach it into the seam.
Stitch the sleeve edge, simultaneously stitching the side seam. Serge and press the seam towards the back.
Stitch the sleeve placket into a loop. Press the seam. Turn the placket right side out and fold it in half lengthwise, right side out. Attach the placket to the sleeve, positioning the placket seam at the bottom. Serge and press the seam.
Serge the bottom edge of the garment. Fold to the wrong side, press and topstitch.

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