Balloon sleeve dress offers versatile sleeve options, allowing you to choose between the voluminous puff sleeve, the short straight sleeve, or even go sleeveless. The fitted bodice provides a tailored look, while the subtly flared skirt adds a touch of elegance. Features pockets in side seams and zipper closing in the back.
For a casual day look, you can pair the dress with flats, making it comfortable and suitable for various occasions. If you're heading out for an evening event, switching to heels can instantly elevate the outfit, adding a more formal and stylish touch.
Suggested Fabrics: Light to medium weight fabrics.
Fabric Requirements:
Fabric needed for the balloon sleeve version:
110-120 cm fabric width XS 4.7 m / S 5.0 m / M 5.1 m / L 5.3 m / XL 5.7 m / 2XL 6.1 m / 3XL 6.3 m
140-150 cm fabric width XS 3.4 m / S 3.5 m / M 3.5 m / L 3.5 m / XL 4.1 m / 2XL 4.1 m / 3XL 4.1 m
Fabric needed for the short sleeve version:
110-120 cm fabric width XS 4.0 m / S 4.3 m / M 4.3 m / L 4.5 m / XL 4.7 m / 2XL 5.1 m / 3XL 5.4 m
140-150 cm fabric width XS 3.0 m / S 3.0 m / M 3.1 m / L 3.2 m / XL 3.2 m / 2XL 3.2 m / 3XL 3.4 m
You will also need:
- Concealed zipper 60 cm
- Fusible interfacing
- Matching thread
Ability: Advanced
Sizing: This is a multi-size pattern that comes in two size ranges, including either XS-L or XL-3XL. Please see the FIND YOUR SIZE tab for more information.
Make more with this pattern:
- Choose different sleeves
- Add contrast colour zipper as a feature
Size guide:
YOUR BODY MEASUREMENTS (cm)
Measurements should be taken directly on your body.
1 Chest: Measure the fullest part of your bust while wearing a bra that fits.
2 Waist: Measure above your navel.
3 Arm length: Measure from shoulder to wrist.
4 Seat: Measure your low hip around the fullest part of your hip.
5 Inside leg: Inside leg is measured from the top of your inside leg down to the floor.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
Size EUR | 34 | 36-38 | 40-42 | 44-46 | 48-50 | 52-54 | 56-58 |
Chest | 80 | 84-88 | 92-96 | 100-104 | 108-114 | 120-126 | 132-138 |
Waist | 64 | 71-75 | 79-83 | 87-93 | 96-102 | 108-114 | 120-126 |
Seat | 91 | 95-99 | 103-107 | 111-115 | 119-123 | 127-131 | 135-139 |
Average body height 168 cm
Finished Garment Measurements:
Compare your body measurements with the size guide above. The Balloon sleeve dress has a fitted top with a flared skirt. To get the size right use your body measurements for both chest, waist and seat when choosing.
(cm) | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
A. Chest | 89 | 97 | 105 | 113 | 125 | 137 | 149 |
B. Waist | 79 | 87 | 95 | 103 | 117 | 129 | 141 |
C. Seat | 112 | 120 | 128 | 136 | 145 | 157 | 169 |
D. Front length | 130 | 131 | 132 | 133 | 134 | 135 | 136 |
E. Bottom hem width | 232 | 240 | 248 | 256 | 246 | 258 | 270 |
F. Bicep | 35 | 37 | 39 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 49 |
G. Bottom of sleeve | 30 | 32 | 34 | 35 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
H. Sleeve length | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 36 | 36 | 37 |
I. Position of waist | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 38 | 39 | 40 |