Lena Shift Dress By Style Arc - Sleeveless "A" line boat neck dress
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Lena Shift Dress

4.86 out of 5 based on 7 customer ratings
(7 customer reviews)

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AUD $19.00

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Sleeveless "A" line boat neck dress

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Description

  • Tent shape
  • Calf length
  • Boat neck
  • Sleeveless
  • Large inseam pockets
  • Hem facing

Fabric Suggestion

Linen, cotton, crepe

Reviews (7)

7 reviews for Lena Shift Dress

  1. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner) – :

    I love this dress! My fabric wasn’t wide enough to do the entire width of the lower part on the front. I cut both off at the facing line and created a solid contrasting band at the bottom. I needed more details in the directions for completing the armhole facing. I’m an experienced sewist, but had never seen it applied like that. I like the look it creates and will continue to use it in the future.

  2. 4 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner) – :

    I used this pattern to make a fancy dress costume, needed and easy dress to make so long as it was pink. This was a very easy sew. I omitted the pockets because I was short on time but if I make it again, I’ll definitely add them.

  3. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner) – :

    What an easy, but oh so cute dress. I knew that there had to be an easier way to attach facings via the sewing machine & this pattern teaches it! Maybe this makes a statement about how mundane my life is, but ‘Lena’ taught me the foolproof way to attach the facing & dress without having to do the old fashion way of hand sewing & the pockets are easy: I love to learn new things & ‘Lena’ taught me those two so I am very happy. It’s not that I do not like hand sewing but doing projects on the machine is faster & more secure. It’s a great pattern & dress.

  4. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner) – :

    Have already made 2 of these dresses, pattern is easy to follow and ture to size. With my last Lena, i added a large band in a plain colour, just cut the patterne at the shorten line and used that as a template.

  5. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner) – :

    I love this pattern! I have made 3 new dresses from it. I shortened the length a bit and altered the pockets to be on the outside of the dress.

  6. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner) – :

    I’m in the process of making my 5th Lena. As I used patterned fabric I omitted the bottom strip which makes it a quicker sewing project. I also assembled the top of the dress as you do when making the June Sheath dress. As I’ve made 20 June dresses so I’m a bit of an expert assembling the bodice. Lena is such a comfortable dress with beautiful roomy pockets. I’ve also made one with a lawn fabric and lined it with muslin. The size 14 fit perfectly with no adjustments required.

  7. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner) – :

    Great fit. I cut out my true size. Very pleased with my purchase. I will be coming back for more. thank you!!

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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate

Finished Pattern Measurements (cm)

sizes4681012141618202224262830323436
Bust85.090.095.0100.0105.0110.0115.0120.0126.0132.0138.0144.0150.0156.0164.0172.0180.0
Hip127.0132.0137.0142.0147.0152.0157.0162.0168.0174.0180.0186.0192.0198.0206.0214.0222.0
Shoulder breadth34.435.636.838.039.240.441.642.843.444.044.645.245.846.447.047.648.2
Centre back length96.296.897.498.098.699.299.8100.4101.0101.6102.2102.8103.4104.0104.6105.2105.8
Hem circumference157.0162.0167.0172.0177.0182.0187.0192.0198.0204.0210.0216.0222.0228.0236.0244.0252.0

Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)

sizes4681012141618202224262830323436
Bust33 1⁄235 3⁄837 3⁄839 3⁄841 3⁄843 1⁄445 1⁄447 1⁄449 5⁄85254 3⁄856 3⁄45961 3⁄864 5⁄867 3⁄470 7⁄8
Hip505253 7⁄855 7⁄857 7⁄859 7⁄861 3⁄463 3⁄466 1⁄868 1⁄270 7⁄873 1⁄475 5⁄87881 1⁄884 1⁄487 3⁄8
Shoulder breadth13 1⁄21414 1⁄21515 3⁄815 7⁄816 3⁄816 7⁄817 1⁄817 3⁄817 1⁄217 3⁄41818 1⁄418 1⁄218 3⁄419
Centre back length37 7⁄838 1⁄838 3⁄838 5⁄838 7⁄83939 1⁄439 1⁄239 3⁄44040 1⁄440 1⁄240 3⁄44141 1⁄841 3⁄841 5⁄8
Hem circumference61 3⁄463 3⁄465 3⁄467 3⁄469 5⁄871 5⁄873 5⁄875 5⁄87880 3⁄882 5⁄88587 3⁄889 3⁄492 7⁄896 1⁄899 1⁄4

Fabric estimate cut on the open

sizes4-1416-2224-2830-36
Width 148 cm (58")2.00 m (2.20 yds)2.50 m (2.75 yds)2.75 m (3.00 yds)3.20 m (3.50 yds)

Fuse estimate for neck facings

sizes4-36
Width 90 cm (36")46 cm (18")

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.

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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 - Single-Size
Single-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.

More Pattern Formats

PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-size (Including A0)
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.
Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
Multi-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.
PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
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.

For more information on digital patterns click here.

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