This Evening Dress Pattern is for a long dress with a high neck, mermaid cut skirt and has some pretty lace details. This design was inspired by a dress designed by Tanik Ediz. The mermaid cut is a typical silhouette for his stunning designs. It is a great pattern for formal activities and it is also perfect as a prom dress. This dress pattern is available in European sizes 44-54 (14-24 USA Sizes). Simple changes such as changing the fabrics, combining sheer and mesh fabrics, or adding sleeves will make many different looks.
Show off your curves by being creative in the cutouts! Use mesh to accentuate your details.
Any detail always make your creations unique and interesting: mesh, lace, leather can make your projects modern and fashionable.
Use metallic fabrics and combine the skirt with sheer fabrics for a stunning evening dress. Long sleeves will also look good!
A solid color with a nice cape over it is another option
Or just add a slit on the skirt to show off your legs.
Evening Dress Pattern Free Download
The free pattern was published in the Russian website Materials Tell 4 All and is available in European sizes 44-54 (14-24 USA Sizes). There are many free patterns in this website. It is in Russian, to translate right click on the page and select Translate English (or your language). The page include instructions in how to sew this dress.
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It can be sewn with or without sleeves, try it with different fabrics.
Adding a nice belt or waistband to enhance your waist.
Play with different colors and combinations. Print fabrics are excellent choice for the spring, and take a look of the trend in colors for the season.
I’m sure you can come up with many other ideas.
The pictures used in this post are from Pinterest and from Materials Tell 4 All. Feautred image is Tanik Ediz 2015 dress and the pattern sketch.
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I hope you like it!
Happy Sewing,
Anabelle
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