Refresh your wardrobe with this sophisticated dress of the moment. The asymmetrical lines create a soft cocoon shape and the optional slit pockets are a great design feature which sets this mid length, long sleeved dress apart.
Fabric Suggestion
Knit, jersey, knit cashmere or any knit fabric with drape.
Reviews (6)
6 reviews for Venice Knit Dress
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
d*****3(verified owner) – :
I purchased this pattern in June 2021 and have only just got around to making it up. What a great pattern. Once the pockets were in it went together very quickly. The only alteration I made was to make the sleeves 1.5 inches shorter which is normal for me. Will definitely be making it again.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
P****a(verified owner) – :
I have made 2 of these dresses so far – one in a stretchy lycra blend and one in a ponte type knit – and both are wonderful dresses that flatter my figure and both have been complimented. I am a petite plus size, and made up both dresses according to my measurements. The only alteration was to narrow the shoulder width slightly.
Initially I wasn’t sure about including the diagonals, but I am really glad I did. The dress went together very quickly after the pockets were done. I found the instructions very clear, and the most complicated bit was doing the cutting layout.
I will definitely be making more of these.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
m************1(verified owner) – :
Easy to follow pattern and really like the fit, very comfortable to wear. As others have said I would alter the neck to make it a little lower next time.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
S***n(verified owner) – :
I have made two dresses in this design – one patterned and one plain – using very stretchy fabrics which drape beautifully. They have turned out really well and I get lots of compliments about them. The only alteration I made was to the neckline as it was too high for me but other than that the pattern is perfect.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
c******1(verified owner) – :
Loved this cocoon dress pattern. The pockets were easy–thought they might be hard. I made mine from an aubergine knit and it looks great.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
j***********6(verified owner) – :
I made this up in a lovely drapey teal ponte roma and it came out very well. I made a mistake cutting it out and had to piece the middle section at the back to get it out of the fabric allowance. A cutting layout would have been helpful. The cocoon shape is very full at the hips and I might just reduce it a little on the next one. I also feel the neckline is a bit high for me and so i might tweak it there too. Despite these minor issues I will definitely be making this one again. I love Style Arc patterns as they are well drafted and always come out as you expect.
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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
83.0
88.0
93.0
98.0
103.0
108.0
113.0
118.0
124.0
130.0
136.0
142.0
148.0
154.0
Hip (cocoon shape)
165.0
170.0
175.0
180.0
185.0
190.0
195.0
200.0
206.0
212.0
218.0
224.0
230.0
236.0
Shoulder Breadth
35.4
36.6
37.8
39.0
40.2
41.4
42.6
43.8
44.4
45.0
45.6
46.2
46.8
47.4
Centre Back Length
104.2
104.8
105.4
106.0
106.6
107.2
107.8
108.4
109.0
109.6
110.2
110.8
111.4
112.0
Sleeve Length
58.2
58.8
59.4
60.0
60.6
61.2
61.8
62.4
63.0
63.6
64.2
64.8
65.4
66.0
Hem Circumference
109.0
114.0
119.0
124.0
129.0
134.0
139.0
144.0
150.0
156.0
162.0
168.0
174.0
180.0
Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Bust
32 5⁄8
34 5⁄8
36 5⁄8
38 5⁄8
40 1⁄2
42 1⁄2
44 1⁄2
46 1⁄2
48 7⁄8
51 1⁄8
53 1⁄2
55 7⁄8
58 1⁄4
60 5⁄8
Hip (cocoon shape)
65
66 7⁄8
68 7⁄8
70 7⁄8
72 7⁄8
74 3⁄4
76 3⁄4
78 3⁄4
81 1⁄8
83 1⁄2
85 7⁄8
88 1⁄4
90 1⁄2
92 7⁄8
Shoulder Breadth
13 7⁄8
14 3⁄8
14 7⁄8
15 3⁄8
15 7⁄8
16 1⁄4
16 3⁄4
17 1⁄4
17 1⁄2
17 3⁄4
18
18 1⁄4
18 3⁄8
18 5⁄8
Centre Back Length
41
41 1⁄4
41 1⁄2
41 3⁄4
42
42 1⁄4
42 1⁄2
42 5⁄8
42 7⁄8
43 1⁄8
43 3⁄8
43 5⁄8
43 7⁄8
44 1⁄8
Sleeve Length
22 7⁄8
23 1⁄8
23 3⁄8
23 5⁄8
23 7⁄8
24 1⁄8
24 3⁄8
24 5⁄8
24 3⁄4
25
25 1⁄4
25 1⁄2
25 3⁄4
26
Hem Circumference
42 7⁄8
44 7⁄8
46 7⁄8
48 7⁄8
50 3⁄4
52 3⁄4
54 3⁄4
56 3⁄4
59
61 3⁄8
63 3⁄4
66 1⁄8
68 1⁄2
70 7⁄8
Fabric Estimate
sizes
4-14
16-20
22-30
Width 148 cm (58")
2.25 m (2.5 yd)
2.5 m (2.75 yd)
2.9 m (3.2 yd)
Fuse Estimate - width 90 cm (36")
All sizes: 10 cm (4")
Size Chart
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
d*****3 (verified owner) – :
I purchased this pattern in June 2021 and have only just got around to making it up. What a great pattern. Once the pockets were in it went together very quickly. The only alteration I made was to make the sleeves 1.5 inches shorter which is normal for me. Will definitely be making it again.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
P****a (verified owner) – :
I have made 2 of these dresses so far – one in a stretchy lycra blend and one in a ponte type knit – and both are wonderful dresses that flatter my figure and both have been complimented. I am a petite plus size, and made up both dresses according to my measurements. The only alteration was to narrow the shoulder width slightly.
Initially I wasn’t sure about including the diagonals, but I am really glad I did. The dress went together very quickly after the pockets were done. I found the instructions very clear, and the most complicated bit was doing the cutting layout.
I will definitely be making more of these.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
m************1 (verified owner) – :
Easy to follow pattern and really like the fit, very comfortable to wear. As others have said I would alter the neck to make it a little lower next time.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
S***n (verified owner) – :
I have made two dresses in this design – one patterned and one plain – using very stretchy fabrics which drape beautifully. They have turned out really well and I get lots of compliments about them. The only alteration I made was to the neckline as it was too high for me but other than that the pattern is perfect.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
c******1 (verified owner) – :
Loved this cocoon dress pattern. The pockets were easy–thought they might be hard. I made mine from an aubergine knit and it looks great.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
j***********6 (verified owner) – :
I made this up in a lovely drapey teal ponte roma and it came out very well. I made a mistake cutting it out and had to piece the middle section at the back to get it out of the fabric allowance. A cutting layout would have been helpful. The cocoon shape is very full at the hips and I might just reduce it a little on the next one. I also feel the neckline is a bit high for me and so i might tweak it there too. Despite these minor issues I will definitely be making this one again. I love Style Arc patterns as they are well drafted and always come out as you expect.