The drawstring back and the draped pocket it gives this dress a true designer look. The rolled up sleeves and the asymmetrical hemline allows this dress to be worn by those who love an Avant-garde look. This is a slightly oversized style which makes it such a comfortable dress to wear and not to difficult to make.
Fabric Suggestion
Crepe, Silk, Rayon or any fabric that drapes
Reviews (7)
7 reviews for Winsome Designer Dress
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
b*************s(verified owner) – :
I initially didn’t like this style on me. I found it too heavy around the hip line for someone who already carries their weight there. I redid the feature pockets to cut out the drape and made it clean lines but kept the pockets. Love it now. Light rayon fabric again.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
b*************s(verified owner) – :
Perfect fit, used a light rayon. Used the placket in the front but sewed the buttons straight through so no need for button holes.. Also used elastic in the back as I can’t get round to tie it up. elegant!
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
J*************n(verified owner) – :
I love this unique dress. I made it in a soft silk blend and it looks stunning. It came together beautifully and was a surprisingly easy make, though I had to do a bit of thinking to work out the pocket instructions. I left out the buttoned placket at the front neck and just made a simple round neckline, since I like the unadorned style better. I also made a full bust adjustment, but otherwise no alterations were needed for my usual StyleArc size. I’m already planning my next version!
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
k****d(verified owner) – :
Love this dress. Made in a linen that drapes perfectly.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
r**********n(verified owner) – :
I have now made 4 winsome dresses! All in viscose.
Very flattering , love them all, and perfect for warm weather
I made them sleeveless and omitted the front opening.
Made them one size smalller than my measurements suggest, and made some personal fitting – round back, broad back,fba, smaller upper chest.
To me this pattern is not «win some», rather «win all»
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
S***n(verified owner) – :
Sue Danby, UK
Love this dress! Made it up In a knit fabric (made it in a size smaller) just to practise before making it up in a woven fabric. Fits well and is just so my style. Very happy!
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
j********r(verified owner) – :
Awesome dress, the instructions in the pattern are not super clear but we got there in the end
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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate
Pattern Measurements Based On Size 10
Bust = 105 cm or 41.25”
Hip = 150 cm or 59”
Shoulder breadth = 39 cm or 15.25”
Sleeve length = 54 cm or 21.25”
Centre back length = 109 cm or 43”
Trims
5 x buttons of 10mm (16l) size
Fabric Estimate - cut two way with centre back seam
Fabric Width
Sizes 4 - 12
Sizes 14 - 18
Sizes 20 - 30
148 cm / 58 in
275 cm / 3 yards
290 cm / 3.20 yards
345 cm / 3.75 yards
Fuse
Fabric Width
All Sizes
90 cm / 36 in
20 cm / 8 inches
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.
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 - Multi-Size
b*************s (verified owner) – :
I initially didn’t like this style on me. I found it too heavy around the hip line for someone who already carries their weight there. I redid the feature pockets to cut out the drape and made it clean lines but kept the pockets. Love it now. Light rayon fabric again.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
b*************s (verified owner) – :
Perfect fit, used a light rayon. Used the placket in the front but sewed the buttons straight through so no need for button holes.. Also used elastic in the back as I can’t get round to tie it up. elegant!
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
J*************n (verified owner) – :
I love this unique dress. I made it in a soft silk blend and it looks stunning. It came together beautifully and was a surprisingly easy make, though I had to do a bit of thinking to work out the pocket instructions. I left out the buttoned placket at the front neck and just made a simple round neckline, since I like the unadorned style better. I also made a full bust adjustment, but otherwise no alterations were needed for my usual StyleArc size. I’m already planning my next version!
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
k****d (verified owner) – :
Love this dress. Made in a linen that drapes perfectly.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
r**********n (verified owner) – :
I have now made 4 winsome dresses! All in viscose.
Very flattering , love them all, and perfect for warm weather
I made them sleeveless and omitted the front opening.
Made them one size smalller than my measurements suggest, and made some personal fitting – round back, broad back,fba, smaller upper chest.
To me this pattern is not «win some», rather «win all»
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
S***n (verified owner) – :
Sue Danby, UK
Love this dress! Made it up In a knit fabric (made it in a size smaller) just to practise before making it up in a woven fabric. Fits well and is just so my style. Very happy!
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
j********r (verified owner) – :
Awesome dress, the instructions in the pattern are not super clear but we got there in the end