Milan Woven Pant

6 reviews for Milan Woven Pant

1. 

   4 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

   A****a (verified owner) – February 9, 2025:

   I like these pants very much but I did need to make some adjustments. First note that the instructions are not very clear. Where Step No.7 should read “With right sides together sew front to back at side seams and topstitch if desired” it skips that step though the A.B C diagrams say this is how it should be done. Instead the side seams don’t get sewn until step 9, well after the inner leg seams and the crotch seam. Frankly Stylearc – that’s bad editing! The pockets are too tight to get your hands into if you use the very narrow pocket edge seam as shown on the stitching line. Use at least a 1.5cm on this top edge of the pocket bag and reinforce this seam with a 3cm wide strip of iron-on interfacing as the pocket edge front needs stabilisation. I took the crotch seam in, starting about 8cm from the crotch seam on the back to about 10cm from the top of the centre front, max is about 2cm at the inner leg seam and tapering to nothing at either end. I unpicked the tie casing and dumped the tie altogether as it’s bulky on this pattern in linen. I reinforced the front waistband with iron facing and only elastizied the back of the pants waist. Now they fit perfectly.

2. 

   4 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

   C****e (verified owner) – June 8, 2023:

   Lovely pants, just the style I was looking for. Made first pair in a viscose/linen twill, which was an ideal match for the pattern. I like how the waistband comes together — very simple yet with a nice, detailed look. Easing in the waistband took some finessing, as did the deep hem. Recommend pressing your hemlines after leg pieces are cut, to make final turning up and sewing a bit easier. Will definitely be making more pairs!

3. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

   j***n (verified owner) – December 11, 2022:

   Made these in a mid-weight pure Linen in a size 14 I did not make any adjustments to the pattern, it is true to size. I am 5’2″ and I love the length they can be worn with or without heels.
   Another successful pattern, thank you.

4. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

   D***********h (verified owner) – September 25, 2022:

   I made these in linen, a straight size 10. The fit is perfect out of the packet with a deeper hem for my 160cm height. I made the channel and tie for the waistband, I stay stitched the channel 1cm from the edge before pressing the seam allowance under which made it easier to press evenly. This pants are very comfortable and they look great. They are a very worthy rival for the ‘Clarepants’

5. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

   s********1 (verified owner) – June 24, 2022:

   Great pattern I have made it in linen and viscose. I didn’t make it with the tunnel for either. The viscose one I made with just gathers at the waist. Perfect length for me.

6. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

   j**y (verified owner) – April 13, 2022:

   This is really an easy pattern & the step-by-step instructions make it so. Right after I bought the pattern, I found a very similar version in a fashion magazine made in white linen. Linen would be a lovely fabric to work with on this pattern. However, I live in a very hot climate so I chose rayon which worked beautifully, but I should have always followed my own advice and basted more. The pattern is easy to follow and the outcome is magnificent: I would challenge anyone to think it ‘home made’–it is bespoke. I decided that I really didn’t need to baste when I joined the waist to the pants; bad decision on my part & it was operator error because ,of course, the challis shifted & I had to open the seam in a couple of places. And I hate using a seam ripper, especially on delicate fabric. A minute spent in basting always pays off & I know it. Basting held the pocket upper edge in place as well as the upper edge basted pleat until I was ready to attach the waistband. The suggestion to stitch on the seam making the pleat is excellent. I usually do a bar stitch to hold a pleat open, but because this is such a wide pleat, a bar at the bottom would be unsightly. Be sure to thread the tunnel before the waistband is attached to the pants because sewing the bit at the back so the string will not slid through needs to be done before the elastic is in & is just easier. Excellent and easy pattern.

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").

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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.