Description
The Bronte Woven Dress sewing pattern is a modern design with clean lines and statement shaping. Choose between a round neck or V-neck, and a sleeveless option or elbow-length sleeves with an extended shoulder line for versatile year-round wear. A centre back invisible zip creates a polished finish, while the pleated waist adds soft volume and an exaggerated silhouette for a contemporary look.
Featuring a slight A-line skirt, optional inseam pockets, shorten/lengthen lines for a customised fit, and a flattering midi-length hem, Bronte is perfect for creating a modern handmade dress in your favourite woven fabrics.
FEATURES
- Round or V-neck option with facings
- Sleeveless option with inside binding
- Elbow length sleeve option with extended shoulder line
- Centre back invisible zip
- Optional inseam pockets
- Pleated waist creates an exaggerated silhouette
- Slight A-line skirt
- Mid length skirt with shorten/lengthen lines
Please note: the elbow-length sleeve version of Bronte is designed as a semi-formal dress, featuring an architectural silhouette. To achieve this sculptural shape, the fit results in a reduced range of arm movement.
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS
This style is ideal for light to medium weight woven fabrics such as: cotton lawn, viscose, light crepe, sand washed silk, linen, linen blends, brocade.
Choose a soft drape for casual wear or a slightly structured fabric for a polished, tailored finish.
TRIMS
- 1 x invisible zip to match your fabric colour, 56cm (22″) long
- Bias binding: 3cm (1 1/4″) width
SKILL LEVEL
Medium
Note: Style Arc patterns are suited to a more confident maker. The written instructions are not illustrated at each step, though there is a scannable QR code with the pattern for a tutorial.
Available in sizes Small (4-16) and Large (18-30). Please see photos for size charts.
Fabric requirements:
MAIN FABRIC ESTIMATE FOR SLEEVED OPTION
| SIZES | 4-16 | 18-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Width 112 cm (44") | 3.00m (3.30 yd) | 4.80m (5.25 yd) |
| Width 148 cm (58") | 2.60m (2.90 yd) | 2.80m (3.20 yd) |
MAIN FABRIC ESTIMATE FOR SLEEVELESS OPTION
| SIZES | 4-16 | 18-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Width 112 cm (44") | 3.00 m (3.30 yd) | 4.20 m (4.60 yd) |
| Width 148 cm (58") | 2.60 m (2.90 yd) | 2.80 m (3.10 yd) |
FUSE ESTIMATE
| SIZES | V-NECK - ALL SIZES | ROUND NECK - ALL SIZES |
|---|---|---|
| Width 90 cm (36") | 0.40 m (0.50 yd) | 0.25 m (0.30 yd) |
Notions: 90 cm (36") wide fusing, 0.4 m (0.5 yd) for V-neck or 0.25 m (0.3 yd) for round neck; one 56 cm (22") invisible zip; bias binding, 3 cm (1 1/4") wide.