Both comfortable and versatile this dress will work for a variety of occasions. A pull-on dress with extended shoulders that has a loose silhouette which can be worn with everything from sneakers to pumps.
The skirt has slight gathers that fall from the high waist and in seam pockets, best of all this is a no fuss dress which can be sewn in an afternoon.
Fabric Suggestion
Washed linen, rayon, crepe, or even a knit.
Bodice Tutorial
For help with the Montana Bodice we have a double bodice tutorial which can be found here Bodice Tutorial Click Here
Reviews (50)
50 reviews for Montana Midi Dress
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
r***********r(verified owner) – :
Love the look of this, and tutorials were great. Overall though a challenge for me, little and with a sway back, I found it too voluminous and spent some time accommodating that. Got there with elastic zigzagged into high waist seam at the back
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
Brenda Miller(verified owner) – :
We do a lot of teaching using StyleArc patterns and I set to work making a model for the shop of the Montana dress in my size using a light weight cotton/linen check. Not having quite enough fabric at home for the lining I cut this from slinky lining material. After a bit of a false start, (thinking the shoulder seams must be sewn first), I followed the tutorial and was extremely pleased with the result. The pocket technique was also brilliant. With standard instructions it’s not as easy to match the pocket bags and finish the edges. I will remember both techniques in future sews. Thanks for some very interesting techniques, they are much appreciated.
Finally, before starting, I thought this might look like just another baggy dress but with proper pressing it looks terrific.
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
d***4(verified owner) – :
This was my first Style Arc dress. I’ve only been sewing for a year and found it very difficult to understand the very sparse written instructions, so I was glad to see there was a video tutorial explaining how to sew the bodice. In the end, the dress was quite easy to make but I’ve only worn it once as I think it makes me look a little frumpy. I really wish Style Arc would add a few diagrams to their pattern instructions and at the very least, it would be great if they could add cutting layouts. I wouldn’t recommend this pattern to beginning sewers.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
k****d(verified owner) – :
Love this dress. So easy to make and comfortable to wear.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
p***********d(verified owner) – :
A very simple pattern and the dresse is wonderful…
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
c******r(verified owner) – :
Have made two dresses in rayon since purchasing the pattern. Seized down after consulting the finished measurements. No adjustments to pattern and it came together easily. Appreciated the video tutorial for the double bodice which makes a huge difference to the fall of the dress. Moving on to another Style Arc pattern now.
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C*******e(verified owner) – :
Double bodice instructions and tutorial were a challenge for me and I am not a beginner. Once I figured it out, I appreciated the finish.
I sized down after reading other reviews and this dress is still very large.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
o**********1(verified owner) – :
Love this pattern, watched the bodice video and found it easy to follow.
Just about to make a second.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
y***w(verified owner) – :
This is a great pattern – went together beautifully. The fit is great and true to size. Very quick make and now ready to try the add on bodices.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
h***************9(verified owner) – :
love the dress it took a few goes to understand how to make the top . also had trouble understanding size to print but once i worked that out . i have made one for me, my daughter and the 3 year old twins . will try and get photo
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
S**********n(verified owner) – :
The Montana dress is very easy to make and comfortable to wear, also the tutorial videos are a big help
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
s********d(verified owner) – :
this is my new favourite Style Arc pattern. I am about to start my 3 dress from it. I have been using double gauze to make the dresses. so easy to make and wear. just love it 🙂
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
j**********1(verified owner) – :
Easy to make. I’ve now got 2, and almost a third! Didn’t line the bodice on first 2, because the fabric I used had enough body and I bound the armhole and neck edges with bias. I also cut the skirt shorter and added another layer which was slightly gathered because I want to put contrast frills between the layers. Very happy with my results.
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
g*******1(verified owner) – :
Quick to make dress. Instructions easy to follow. Very generous fit so suggest size down or add elastic as other reviewers have suggested.. I made one a little shorter (knee length) out of Viscose linen.
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
l**a(verified owner) – :
Made this dress to wear at work, very comforable and looks good on. Was easy to sew but it did take a bit to sort out the double bodice. Once i had that worked out i had it amde in an hour.
Next time i want to make it in a lighter fabric for summer as i used drill this time.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
B*****a(verified owner) – :
I love this pattern, especially since I’ve now perfected the burrito method of lining the top.
I made it in rayon so it hangs beautifully. My favourite dress so far.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
r*****c(verified owner) – :
Super fun and easy dress to make ! I am a beginner and this was fun to learn a different way of doing a double bodice and inseam pockets.
Instructions for the bodice took some time to figure out but got there in the end and it made sense once I had done it. I did have to youtube videos of doing inseam pockets.
I did this dress in a cotton/linen blend, in the longer length but will be hemming it 🙂
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
e********n(verified owner) – :
Lovely dress to sew and lovely to wear. I made one in a light cotton drill fabric my sister gave me (furnishing fabric but light), which looks crisp and neat. The other is a light linen/cotton blend, which has a ‘bouncier’ more crumpled look. The style suited a fuller figure as well.
Next time I’ll make it in a shorter tunic length.
I am a competent sewer, but the construction of the double bodice was new to me and it took me a bit to figure out what was meant to happen. A great technique I will use again, but the instructions are not descriptive enough and would put a beginner or someone less experienced off. There is an option for a single layer bodice though.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
b**********y(verified owner) – :
Love it , easy to do , no change on pattern
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
A****n(verified owner) – :
A lovely dress. I used a linen blend and it is so comfy and cool. I lined the bodice and it seemed a bit heavy, but once it’s on, it feels lovely.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
V*******e(verified owner) – :
A very simple and comfortable cut for a summer dress!!!
I have sewn two dresses now, one in linen and the other in jersey, both look beautiful!!!
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
H***n(verified owner) – :
I adore this dress, it looks great and is sooooo comfy. However, I found the instructions for the bodice like Japanese stereo instructions. I used the burrito method instead.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
f******s(verified owner) – :
Just finished the Montana Dress in double gauze & love it. Followed the sizing guide, but rounded down to a 10. Perfect fit. I always feel a sense of achievement completing a Style Arc sew as the instructions are always “brief” at best. Although I must say there was a good tutorial for the double bodice on the website. Without that I probably would’ve been completely lost as I hadn’t done this type of garment before. I think a beginner would be totally out of their depth. Regardless I’m very happy & I’ll feel fabulous & cool this summer.
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
S****s(verified owner) – :
The double bodice makes a big difference to the finish of this dress. Recommend sizing down as it is a very relaxed fit.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
C***********s(verified owner) – :
I love this dress and made it in the correct size for my measurements (Size 12 UK). On a hot day it is so lovely and loose. I did line it as my material quite a thin embroidered cotton.
This is the perfect dress to wear on a warm and balmy summers day…
Im making mine in a lovely, large, French Navy seersucker which Im piping – neck and sleeves – in a liberty bias. I am also extending the sleeves a little as Im more comfortable with that length.
Im sure I’ll make it more than once!
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
c************m(verified owner) – :
I purchased the Montana having seen it on a youtube vlog. I have since made 4 versions of the dress and have a 5th cut out. The pattern is simple to construct and with some minor variations will provide a whole new wardrobe of easy-sew, easy-to-wear dresses for the Summer and through to the Autumn and Winter depending on fabric choices. My sister loves the design and has requested a Montana dress for her birthday in October. Next month I plan to make Denim and Needlecord versions to wear as pinafore dresses. A5-star pattern.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
A**a(verified owner) – :
Love this pattern. Sew the dress and sew two patternhack tops from the bodice.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
K***n(verified owner) – :
My new favorite pattern, I love it! Easy to make:)
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
b*********s(verified owner) – :
Really easy sew and looks elegant yet fun. I’ve hardly stopped wearing it since it was finished. I’m planning on making another – again in a soft light jersey. I’m really pleased with it. My daughter wants one too. After the jersey version, I’m going to try a woven fabric one as well. Thanks 🙂
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
s**********y(verified owner) – :
Made this dress doing my normal back alterations and it was perfect. I love the way it hangs, without to much gathering. I don’t normally make sleeveless dresses but the cap came over my shoulders and draped down beautifully, so I was very happy. I have a second fabric to make it with, and looking forward to it.
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
j*****a(verified owner) – :
I found the dress ran big. I measured as a size 18, but I ended up taking the dress in to be a size 16 and it still was big. The bodice hit me at my waist, instead of above it, so I had to shorten the bodice also. Because the bodice had been so large, I cut the skirt out on a Size 14 and ended up cutting it down to a size 12. The dress still looked sloppy big on me, so I added tabs on the side with D-Rings so that I could cinch it in and make it look a bit slimmer. I won’t make it again.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
a***********e(verified owner) – :
I made this dress in a lovely cotton & lined the bodice in a fine silk / cotton. I love it, it’s a perfect summer dress. The only alteration I made was to add 3cm to the length. I struggled a bit with the bodice but there is a terrific tutorial on this site which was really helpful. I plan to make more of these.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
D****e(verified owner) – :
I love this pattern and the comfortable design. I’ve made two dresses so far. For the first one, I made it as instructed, although trying to figure out how to make the double bodice was a challenge, I managed. For the second dress, I decided to draft facings for both the neck and sleeves. I also sized down the pattern because of the amount of ease in the design. After finishing dress two I decided to alter dress one in order to have it fit better. All in all I love the pattern and my finished products. I’m a decent sewist, but I have to admit your instruction are not very intuitive. They could use a bit more detail.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
c************m(verified owner) – :
This is a really useful pattern It is easy to wear and very comfortable. I made a size 22 with FBA and sway back adjustment. I omitted the side seam pockets and pattern matched patch pockets instead. I love this pattern and have since made a second one with hack of a 3-tier skirt.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l********r(verified owner) – :
I love this dress! After reading another review, I added elastic to the back, giving a little more definition. The proportions and silhouette work well for me. Very happy !
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
A****Y(verified owner) – :
Fabulous dress. So far have made one for myself in lightweight cotton/viscose. And one for my daughter in linen mix. Cutting another now in linen mix for myself.
Great style. Easy to make and wear…AND IT HAS POCKETS! I didn’t line bodice. Made neck facings and just overlocked and narrow hemmed sleeves. Sizing true …and not too oversized.May try one in a knit…perhaps dart bodice and pull skirt narrower as stretch will allow to pull on just to changd silhouette a little. Will have fun trying. Great to sew up during my shielding self isolation. Thank you.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
L*********e(verified owner) – :
I haven’t sewed for ages, but this pattern went together so well, and looks good. Have made two. In quite different materials,
After this lockdown might be able to go out and wear it
Love it will make it again
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l*********2(verified owner) – :
My new favorite pattern! Easy to make!!!!
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
j********t(verified owner) – :
Beautiful design which came together so easily. I made this in a navy and cerise fine stripe cotton, horizontally across the bodice and vertically down the skirt. Delighted with it. So comfortable.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
C************r(verified owner) – :
I love this dress! So easy to sew and very comfortable. I’ve made two and have had lots of compliments. For my second dress, I used checked linen and I put bias strips on the neck and armholes. I also shortened the bodice as it suited the fabric better.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
s***************1(verified owner) – :
I made this in a liberty rayon and it’s very comfortable. I wanted a bit more shape in the bodice so I put elastic in the back to pull it in. However if I was living in a hotter climate I’d probably make it ‘as is’ as it would be cooler.
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5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
t**************u(verified owner) – :
I made this dress up in a heavy weight linen I bought from Ikea, of all places.
Easy instructions, I lined it with a matching cotton as double linen would have been too bulky.
I would call this a wear it tonight dress, super easy with no hand sewing.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
s**b(verified owner) – :
On trend comfortable dress. I gave it a boat neckline & lengthened the sleeves. The lined top gives it good weight to hang beautifully.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
t****8(verified owner) – :
Montana dress. I made a 16 on my bust size but could have made a 14. Have taken it in but love the shape of the extended sleeve. I put a deep hem on it to give it some weight. I made it in a light linen. I do love how the patterns always fit together so well.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
g**********8(verified owner) – :
This is my ‘go to’ dress pattern at the moment. I have made three to date with more in the pipeline. Each dress has been adjusted slightly, I have lengthened the sleeve, changed neckline, added another tier to the skirt, etc. There are so many possibilities.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
v****************h(verified owner) – :
Being plus size it is hard to find patterns that are stylish. I love the styles you have available.
Thank you
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
l*******b(verified owner) – :
I love this pattern. Soft flowing fabric or linen/cotton with lots of grunt, it is adaptable and easy to add your own flair! I’d like to see a long sleeve hack!
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
L***********e(verified owner) – :
Love everything about this pattern will. So comfortable and true to sizing.
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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate
Finished Pattern Measurements (cm)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Bust
89.0
94.0
99.0
104.0
109.0
114.0
1119.0
124.0
130.0
136.0
142.0
148.0
154.0
160.0
High waist circumference
85.0
90.0
95.0
100.0
105.0
110.0
115.0
120.0
126.0
132.0
138.0
144.0
150.0
156.0
Shoulder breadth
49.4
50.6
51.8
53.0
54.2
55.4
56.6
57.8
59.0
60.2
61.4
62.6
63.8
65.0
Cntre back bodice length
34.6
34.9
35.2
35.5
35.8
36.1
36.4
36.7
37.0
37.3
37.6
37.9
38.2
38.5
Centre back skirt length
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
84.0
Skirt hem circumference
133.0
138.0
143.0
148.0
153.0
158.0
163.0
168.0
174.0
180.0
186.0
192.0
198.0
204.0
Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Bust
35
37
39
41
42 7⁄8
44 7⁄8
46 7⁄8
48 7⁄8
51 1⁄8
53 1⁄2
55 7⁄8
58 1⁄4
60 5⁄8
63
High waist circumference
33 1⁄2
35 3⁄8
37 3⁄8
39 3⁄8
41 3⁄8
43 1⁄4
45 1⁄4
47 1⁄4
49 5⁄8
52
54 3⁄8
56 3⁄4
59
61 3⁄8
Shoulder breadth
19 1⁄2
19 7⁄8
20 3⁄8
20 7⁄8
21 3⁄8
21 3⁄4
22 1⁄4
22 3⁄4
23 1⁄4
23 3⁄4
24 1⁄8
24 5⁄8
25 1⁄8
25 5⁄8
Cntre back bodice length
13 5⁄8
13 3⁄4
13 7⁄8
14
14 1⁄8
14 1⁄4
14 3⁄8
14 1⁄2
14 5⁄8
14 5⁄8
14 3⁄4
14 7⁄8
15
15 1⁄8
Center back skirt length
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
Skirt hem circumference
52 3⁄8
54 3⁄8
56 1⁄4
58 1⁄4
60 1⁄4
62 1⁄4
64 1⁄8
66 1⁄8
68 1⁄2
70 7⁄8
73 1⁄4
75 5⁄8
78
80 3⁄8
Fabric Estimate – Cut on the open
sizes
4-12
14-22
24-30
Width 148 cm (58")
1.8 m (2 yds)
2.75 m (3 yds)
3.75 m (4 yds)
Fuse Estimate – facings
sizes
All Sizes
Width 90 cm (36")
25 cm (.30 yds)
Size Chart
Womens Size Charts
Please use the body measurements size charts below to determine your best size.
All Style Arc patterns are in Australian sizes.
Style Arc patterns are drafted for a B bust cup size and a height of 167cm (5'6").
Size Chart - CM
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (cm)
B. Upper Arm Girth (cm)
C. Bust (cm)
D. Waist (cm)
E. Hip (cm)
4
34.4
26.4
77
60
83
6
35.6
27.6
82
65
88
8
36.8
28.8
87
70
93
10
38
30
92
75
98
12
39.2
31.2
97
80
103
14
40.4
32.4
102
85
108
16
41.6
33.6
107
90
113
18
42.8
34.8
112
95
118
20
44
36
118
100
124
22
45.2
37.2
124
106
130
24
46.4
38.4
130
112
136
26
47.6
39.6
136
118
142
28
48.8
40.8
142
124
148
30
50
42
148
130
154
32
51.2
43.8
156.0
139.0
162.0
34
52.4
45.6
164.0
147.0
170.0
36
53.6
47.4
172.0
155.0
178.0
Size Chart - Inches
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (inches)
B. Upper Arm Girth (inches)
C. Bust (inches)
D. Waist (inches)
E. Hip (inches)
4
13.5
10.5
30.3
23.5
32.6
6
14
10.9
32.3
25.5
34.6
8
14.5
11.3
34.3
27.5
36.6
10
15
11.8
36.2
29.5
38.6
12
15.4
12.3
38.2
31.5
40.6
14
15.9
12.8
40.2
33.5
42.5
16
16.4
13.2
42.1
35.5
44.5
18
16.9
13.7
44.1
37.5
46.5
20
17.3
14.2
46.5
39.5
48.8
22
17.8
14.6
48.8
42
51.2
24
18.3
15.1
51.2
44.5
53.5
26
18 3⁄4
15 5⁄8
53 1⁄2
46.5
56
28
19 1⁄4
16 1⁄8
56
48.5
58 1⁄4
30
19 3⁄4
16 5⁄8
58 1⁄4
50.5
61
32
20 1⁄8
17 1⁄4
61 3⁄8
54 3⁄4
63 3⁄4
34
20 5⁄8
18
64 5⁄8
57 7⁄8
66 7⁄8
36
21 1⁄8
18 5⁄8
67 3⁄4
61
70 1⁄8
Size Conversion Table
ALPHA SIZING
AUSTRALIA
UK
US
FRANCE
ITALY
JAPAN
XXS
6
6
2
34
38
5
XS
8
8
4
36
40
7
S
10
10
6
38
42
9
M
12
12
8
40
44
11
L
14
14
10
42
46
13
XL
16
16
12
44
48
15
XXL
18
18
14
46
50
17
How Do I Know What Size I Am?
Choosing your pattern size is the most important step and we will help you determine this with these easy to follow steps.
When taking your measurements ensure that you take them against your skin and not over clothing. One can wear a comfortable bra and knickers whilst measuring, as this will provide you with the most accurate measurements.
Tape measure has to sit firmly around the points you are measuring. But be careful not to pull it too tight, as this will give you the incorrect size.
When measuring circumferences (B, C, D, E) it is important to note that the tape measure must remain parallel to the floor. It is sometimes best to take the measurements in front of a mirror; this will help you see the angle of the tape measure.
You will only require the basic body measurements to determine your pattern size which is indicated on our mannequin below:
A. Shoulder Breadth
Place the tape at the edge of the shoulder. Measure along the top of the shoulder blade/across the highest point of the shoulders to the other edge, following the natural slope and allow an extra finger for ease of any movement.
B. Upper Arm Girth
This point is taken as a circumference at your widest point of your upper arm.
C. Bust
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the fullest part of your chest.
D. Waist
This point is taken as a circumference and taken at the smallest part of your waist.
E. Hip
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the widest part of your hips.
Pattern Format Details
Pattern Format
Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
Multi-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.
Multi-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper and single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, and also A0 paper sheets.
Single-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper AND single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. You get the size you order, PLUS the two closest sizes. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, not A0 paper sheets.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
r***********r (verified owner) – :
Love the look of this, and tutorials were great. Overall though a challenge for me, little and with a sway back, I found it too voluminous and spent some time accommodating that. Got there with elastic zigzagged into high waist seam at the back
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
Brenda Miller (verified owner) – :
We do a lot of teaching using StyleArc patterns and I set to work making a model for the shop of the Montana dress in my size using a light weight cotton/linen check. Not having quite enough fabric at home for the lining I cut this from slinky lining material. After a bit of a false start, (thinking the shoulder seams must be sewn first), I followed the tutorial and was extremely pleased with the result. The pocket technique was also brilliant. With standard instructions it’s not as easy to match the pocket bags and finish the edges. I will remember both techniques in future sews. Thanks for some very interesting techniques, they are much appreciated.
Finally, before starting, I thought this might look like just another baggy dress but with proper pressing it looks terrific.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
d***4 (verified owner) – :
This was my first Style Arc dress. I’ve only been sewing for a year and found it very difficult to understand the very sparse written instructions, so I was glad to see there was a video tutorial explaining how to sew the bodice. In the end, the dress was quite easy to make but I’ve only worn it once as I think it makes me look a little frumpy. I really wish Style Arc would add a few diagrams to their pattern instructions and at the very least, it would be great if they could add cutting layouts. I wouldn’t recommend this pattern to beginning sewers.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
k****d (verified owner) – :
Love this dress. So easy to make and comfortable to wear.
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p***********d (verified owner) – :
A very simple pattern and the dresse is wonderful…
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c******r (verified owner) – :
Have made two dresses in rayon since purchasing the pattern. Seized down after consulting the finished measurements. No adjustments to pattern and it came together easily. Appreciated the video tutorial for the double bodice which makes a huge difference to the fall of the dress. Moving on to another Style Arc pattern now.
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C*******e (verified owner) – :
Double bodice instructions and tutorial were a challenge for me and I am not a beginner. Once I figured it out, I appreciated the finish.
I sized down after reading other reviews and this dress is still very large.
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o**********1 (verified owner) – :
Love this pattern, watched the bodice video and found it easy to follow.
Just about to make a second.
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y***w (verified owner) – :
This is a great pattern – went together beautifully. The fit is great and true to size. Very quick make and now ready to try the add on bodices.
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h***************9 (verified owner) – :
love the dress it took a few goes to understand how to make the top . also had trouble understanding size to print but once i worked that out . i have made one for me, my daughter and the 3 year old twins . will try and get photo
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S**********n (verified owner) – :
The Montana dress is very easy to make and comfortable to wear, also the tutorial videos are a big help
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s********d (verified owner) – :
this is my new favourite Style Arc pattern. I am about to start my 3 dress from it. I have been using double gauze to make the dresses. so easy to make and wear. just love it 🙂
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j**********1 (verified owner) – :
Easy to make. I’ve now got 2, and almost a third! Didn’t line the bodice on first 2, because the fabric I used had enough body and I bound the armhole and neck edges with bias. I also cut the skirt shorter and added another layer which was slightly gathered because I want to put contrast frills between the layers. Very happy with my results.
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g*******1 (verified owner) – :
Quick to make dress. Instructions easy to follow. Very generous fit so suggest size down or add elastic as other reviewers have suggested.. I made one a little shorter (knee length) out of Viscose linen.
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l**a (verified owner) – :
Made this dress to wear at work, very comforable and looks good on. Was easy to sew but it did take a bit to sort out the double bodice. Once i had that worked out i had it amde in an hour.
Next time i want to make it in a lighter fabric for summer as i used drill this time.
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B*****a (verified owner) – :
I love this pattern, especially since I’ve now perfected the burrito method of lining the top.
I made it in rayon so it hangs beautifully. My favourite dress so far.
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r*****c (verified owner) – :
Super fun and easy dress to make ! I am a beginner and this was fun to learn a different way of doing a double bodice and inseam pockets.
Instructions for the bodice took some time to figure out but got there in the end and it made sense once I had done it. I did have to youtube videos of doing inseam pockets.
I did this dress in a cotton/linen blend, in the longer length but will be hemming it 🙂
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e********n (verified owner) – :
Lovely dress to sew and lovely to wear. I made one in a light cotton drill fabric my sister gave me (furnishing fabric but light), which looks crisp and neat. The other is a light linen/cotton blend, which has a ‘bouncier’ more crumpled look. The style suited a fuller figure as well.
Next time I’ll make it in a shorter tunic length.
I am a competent sewer, but the construction of the double bodice was new to me and it took me a bit to figure out what was meant to happen. A great technique I will use again, but the instructions are not descriptive enough and would put a beginner or someone less experienced off. There is an option for a single layer bodice though.
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b**********y (verified owner) – :
Love it , easy to do , no change on pattern
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A****n (verified owner) – :
A lovely dress. I used a linen blend and it is so comfy and cool. I lined the bodice and it seemed a bit heavy, but once it’s on, it feels lovely.
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V*******e (verified owner) – :
A very simple and comfortable cut for a summer dress!!!
I have sewn two dresses now, one in linen and the other in jersey, both look beautiful!!!
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H***n (verified owner) – :
I adore this dress, it looks great and is sooooo comfy. However, I found the instructions for the bodice like Japanese stereo instructions. I used the burrito method instead.
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f******s (verified owner) – :
Just finished the Montana Dress in double gauze & love it. Followed the sizing guide, but rounded down to a 10. Perfect fit. I always feel a sense of achievement completing a Style Arc sew as the instructions are always “brief” at best. Although I must say there was a good tutorial for the double bodice on the website. Without that I probably would’ve been completely lost as I hadn’t done this type of garment before. I think a beginner would be totally out of their depth. Regardless I’m very happy & I’ll feel fabulous & cool this summer.
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S****s (verified owner) – :
The double bodice makes a big difference to the finish of this dress. Recommend sizing down as it is a very relaxed fit.
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C***********s (verified owner) – :
I love this dress and made it in the correct size for my measurements (Size 12 UK). On a hot day it is so lovely and loose. I did line it as my material quite a thin embroidered cotton.
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p********1 (verified owner) – :
Love love love this dress but the should instructions drove me mad. I finally figured it out. I would recommend going down a size.
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V*************n (verified owner) – :
This is the perfect dress to wear on a warm and balmy summers day…
Im making mine in a lovely, large, French Navy seersucker which Im piping – neck and sleeves – in a liberty bias. I am also extending the sleeves a little as Im more comfortable with that length.
Im sure I’ll make it more than once!
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c************m (verified owner) – :
I purchased the Montana having seen it on a youtube vlog. I have since made 4 versions of the dress and have a 5th cut out. The pattern is simple to construct and with some minor variations will provide a whole new wardrobe of easy-sew, easy-to-wear dresses for the Summer and through to the Autumn and Winter depending on fabric choices. My sister loves the design and has requested a Montana dress for her birthday in October. Next month I plan to make Denim and Needlecord versions to wear as pinafore dresses. A5-star pattern.
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A**a (verified owner) – :
Love this pattern. Sew the dress and sew two patternhack tops from the bodice.
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K***n (verified owner) – :
My new favorite pattern, I love it! Easy to make:)
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b*********s (verified owner) – :
Really easy sew and looks elegant yet fun. I’ve hardly stopped wearing it since it was finished. I’m planning on making another – again in a soft light jersey. I’m really pleased with it. My daughter wants one too. After the jersey version, I’m going to try a woven fabric one as well. Thanks 🙂
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s**********y (verified owner) – :
Made this dress doing my normal back alterations and it was perfect. I love the way it hangs, without to much gathering. I don’t normally make sleeveless dresses but the cap came over my shoulders and draped down beautifully, so I was very happy. I have a second fabric to make it with, and looking forward to it.
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j*****a (verified owner) – :
I found the dress ran big. I measured as a size 18, but I ended up taking the dress in to be a size 16 and it still was big. The bodice hit me at my waist, instead of above it, so I had to shorten the bodice also. Because the bodice had been so large, I cut the skirt out on a Size 14 and ended up cutting it down to a size 12. The dress still looked sloppy big on me, so I added tabs on the side with D-Rings so that I could cinch it in and make it look a bit slimmer. I won’t make it again.
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a***********e (verified owner) – :
I made this dress in a lovely cotton & lined the bodice in a fine silk / cotton. I love it, it’s a perfect summer dress. The only alteration I made was to add 3cm to the length. I struggled a bit with the bodice but there is a terrific tutorial on this site which was really helpful. I plan to make more of these.
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D****e (verified owner) – :
I love this pattern and the comfortable design. I’ve made two dresses so far. For the first one, I made it as instructed, although trying to figure out how to make the double bodice was a challenge, I managed. For the second dress, I decided to draft facings for both the neck and sleeves. I also sized down the pattern because of the amount of ease in the design. After finishing dress two I decided to alter dress one in order to have it fit better. All in all I love the pattern and my finished products. I’m a decent sewist, but I have to admit your instruction are not very intuitive. They could use a bit more detail.
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c************m (verified owner) – :
This is a really useful pattern It is easy to wear and very comfortable. I made a size 22 with FBA and sway back adjustment. I omitted the side seam pockets and pattern matched patch pockets instead. I love this pattern and have since made a second one with hack of a 3-tier skirt.
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l********r (verified owner) – :
I love this dress! After reading another review, I added elastic to the back, giving a little more definition. The proportions and silhouette work well for me. Very happy !
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A****Y (verified owner) – :
Fabulous dress. So far have made one for myself in lightweight cotton/viscose. And one for my daughter in linen mix. Cutting another now in linen mix for myself.
Great style. Easy to make and wear…AND IT HAS POCKETS! I didn’t line bodice. Made neck facings and just overlocked and narrow hemmed sleeves. Sizing true …and not too oversized.May try one in a knit…perhaps dart bodice and pull skirt narrower as stretch will allow to pull on just to changd silhouette a little. Will have fun trying. Great to sew up during my shielding self isolation. Thank you.
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L*********e (verified owner) – :
I haven’t sewed for ages, but this pattern went together so well, and looks good. Have made two. In quite different materials,
After this lockdown might be able to go out and wear it
Love it will make it again
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l*********2 (verified owner) – :
My new favorite pattern! Easy to make!!!!
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j********t (verified owner) – :
Beautiful design which came together so easily. I made this in a navy and cerise fine stripe cotton, horizontally across the bodice and vertically down the skirt. Delighted with it. So comfortable.
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C************r (verified owner) – :
I love this dress! So easy to sew and very comfortable. I’ve made two and have had lots of compliments. For my second dress, I used checked linen and I put bias strips on the neck and armholes. I also shortened the bodice as it suited the fabric better.
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s***************1 (verified owner) – :
I made this in a liberty rayon and it’s very comfortable. I wanted a bit more shape in the bodice so I put elastic in the back to pull it in. However if I was living in a hotter climate I’d probably make it ‘as is’ as it would be cooler.
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t**************u (verified owner) – :
I made this dress up in a heavy weight linen I bought from Ikea, of all places.
Easy instructions, I lined it with a matching cotton as double linen would have been too bulky.
I would call this a wear it tonight dress, super easy with no hand sewing.
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s**b (verified owner) – :
On trend comfortable dress. I gave it a boat neckline & lengthened the sleeves. The lined top gives it good weight to hang beautifully.
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t****8 (verified owner) – :
Montana dress. I made a 16 on my bust size but could have made a 14. Have taken it in but love the shape of the extended sleeve. I put a deep hem on it to give it some weight. I made it in a light linen. I do love how the patterns always fit together so well.
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g**********8 (verified owner) – :
This is my ‘go to’ dress pattern at the moment. I have made three to date with more in the pipeline. Each dress has been adjusted slightly, I have lengthened the sleeve, changed neckline, added another tier to the skirt, etc. There are so many possibilities.
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v****************h (verified owner) – :
Being plus size it is hard to find patterns that are stylish. I love the styles you have available.
Thank you
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l*******b (verified owner) – :
I love this pattern. Soft flowing fabric or linen/cotton with lots of grunt, it is adaptable and easy to add your own flair! I’d like to see a long sleeve hack!
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L***********e (verified owner) – :
Love everything about this pattern will. So comfortable and true to sizing.