The Bronte Woven Dress sewing pattern features round or V-neck options, sleeveless or elbow-length sleeves, a pleated waist with slight A-line mid-length skirt and optional inseam pockets.
Please note: the long-sleeve version of Bronte is designed as a semi-formal dress, featuring an architectural silhouette. To achieve this sculptural shape, the fit results in a reduced range of arm movement.
Round or V-neck option with facings
Sleeveless option with inside binding
Elbow length sleeve option with extended shoulder line
Centre back invisible zip
Optional inseam pockets
Pleated waist creates an exaggerated silhouette
Slight A-line skirt
Mid length skirt with shorten/lengthen lines
Fabric Suggestions
Crepe, rayon, linen
Trims
1 x invisible zip to match your fabric colour, 56cm (22″) long
I love it! I normally do a FBA but I didn’t have to this time. The construction was easy and fast. I changed a couple of things like creating a front opening and French bias around the armholes and neckline. I love the shape of the skirt.
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
S***y(verified owner) – :
I love this design. I did the sleeved version. The sleeves seemed a little restrictive. I went down a size as well. I think that may have had an effect on the sleeve mobility. If I had gone up a size or two it would have been too big. Lovely design though.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
s***************1(verified owner) – :
Love the drafting, very flattering style on everyone who makes it. I made my tucks slightly shallower as I didn’t want them too fitted at the waist. Chose the V neck. I can get it on without the zipper.
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l******0(verified owner) – :
I found the tutorial very helpful and am pleased with my Brontë dress though found the sizing generous even when following the finished garment measurements.. I’m generally a 10 and made the 8, but could have gotten by with the 6! The ability to adjust the pleats was a big help.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
f**************l(verified owner) – :
This is a lovely pattern, easy to follow and hangs nicely when worn.
I used a lightweight cotton/linen mix and it’s perfect for my upcoming holiday!
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
k***************6(verified owner) – :
Lovely pattern that came together easily and turned out beautifully. i chose a size based on my measurements and it fits perfectly. Very flattering dress 😊
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
A*******e(verified owner) – :
I like the pattern, however, the sizing was larger than expected. The pinched waist was rather loose and will need to size down (2 sizes smaller) to create the hourglass illusion for next attempt
Style Arc – :
Hi Angelique,
Thank you for sharing.
We’d love to see your Bronte if you’d like to share with us. Our sizing is in AU sizing which can be a little confusing however our finished garment measurements are listed on the site if you’d like to double check the fit for your next version 🙂
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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
Shoulder length each side - sleeveless
19.8
20.7
21.6
22.5
23.4
24.3
25.2
26.1
26.8
27.5
28.2
28.9
29.6
30.3
Bust at underarm - flat no pleats
108.0
113.0
118.0
123.0
128.0
133.0
138.0
143.0
149.0
155.0
161.0
167.0
173.0
179.0
Waist circumference - finished pleats
60.0
65.0
70.0
75.0
80.0
85.0
90.0
95.0
101.0
107.0
113.0
119.0
125.0
131.0
Hem circumference
185.0
190.0
195.0
200.0
205.0
210.0
215.0
220.0
226.0
232.0
238.0
244.0
250.0
256.0
CB length
114.2
114.8
115.4
116.0
116.6
117.2
117.8
118.4
119.3
120.2
121.1
122.0
122.9
123.8
Finished zip opening
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
54.0
Armhole opening - sleeveless
36.0
37.5
39.0
40.5
42.0
43.5
45.0
46.5
48.3
50.1
51.9
53.7
55.5
57.3
CF pleats from side neck
32.7
33.3
33.9
34.5
35.1
35.7
36.3
36.9
37.9
38.9
39.9
40.9
41.9
42.9
Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Shoulder length each side - sleeveless
7 3⁄4
8 1⁄8
8 1⁄2
8 7⁄8
9 1⁄4
9 5⁄8
9 7⁄8
10 1⁄4
10 1⁄2
10 7⁄8
11 1⁄8
11 3⁄8
11 5⁄8
11 7⁄8
Bust at underarm - flat no pleats
42 1⁄2
44 1⁄2
46 1⁄2
48 3⁄8
50 3⁄8
52 3⁄8
54 3⁄8
56 1⁄4
58 5⁄8
61
63 3⁄8
65 3⁄4
68 1⁄8
70 1⁄2
Waist circumference, finished pleats
23 5⁄8
25 5⁄8
27 1⁄2
29 1⁄2
31 1⁄2
33 1⁄2
35 3⁄8
37 3⁄8
39 3⁄4
42 1⁄8
44 1⁄2
46 7⁄8
49 1⁄4
51 5⁄8
Hem circumference
72 7⁄8
74 3⁄4
76 3⁄4
78 3⁄4
80 3⁄4
82 5⁄8
84 5⁄8
86 5⁄8
89
91 3⁄8
93 3⁄4
96 1⁄8
98 3⁄8
100 3⁄4
CB length
45
45 1⁄4
45 3⁄8
45 5⁄8
45 7⁄8
46 1⁄8
46 3⁄8
46 5⁄8
47
47 3⁄8
47 5⁄8
48
48 3⁄8
48 3⁄4
Finished zip opening
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄4
Armhole opening - sleeveless
14 1⁄8
14 3⁄4
15 3⁄8
16
16 1⁄2
17 1⁄8
17 3⁄4
18 1⁄4
19
19 3⁄4
20 3⁄8
21 1⁄8
21 7⁄8
22 1⁄2
CF pleats from side neck
12 7⁄8
13 1⁄8
13 3⁄8
13 5⁄8
13 7⁄8
14
14 1⁄4
14 1⁄2
14 7⁄8
15 3⁄8
15 3⁄4
16 1⁄8
16 1⁄2
16 7⁄8
Main Fabric Estimate for sleeved option
sizes
4-16
18-30
Width 112 cm (44")
3.00m (3.30 yd)
4.80m (5.25 yd)
Width 148 cm (58")
2.60m (2.90 yd)
2.80m (3.20 yd)
Main Fabric Estimate for sleeveless option
sizes
4-16
18-30
Width 112 cm (44")
3.00 m (3.30 yd)
4.20 m (4.60 yd)
Width 148 cm (58")
2.60 m (2.90 yd)
2.80 m (3.10 yd)
Fuse Estimate
sizes
V-neck - all sizes
Round neck - all sizes
Width 90 cm (36")
0.40 m (0.50 yd)
0.25 m (0.30 yd)
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.
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.
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. A projector file is also included.
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 A0 format for printing at a copy shop. You get the size you order, PLUS the two closest sizes.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C******e (verified owner) – :
I love it! I normally do a FBA but I didn’t have to this time. The construction was easy and fast. I changed a couple of things like creating a front opening and French bias around the armholes and neckline. I love the shape of the skirt.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
S***y (verified owner) – :
I love this design. I did the sleeved version. The sleeves seemed a little restrictive. I went down a size as well. I think that may have had an effect on the sleeve mobility. If I had gone up a size or two it would have been too big. Lovely design though.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
s***************1 (verified owner) – :
Love the drafting, very flattering style on everyone who makes it. I made my tucks slightly shallower as I didn’t want them too fitted at the waist. Chose the V neck. I can get it on without the zipper.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l******0 (verified owner) – :
I found the tutorial very helpful and am pleased with my Brontë dress though found the sizing generous even when following the finished garment measurements.. I’m generally a 10 and made the 8, but could have gotten by with the 6! The ability to adjust the pleats was a big help.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
f**************l (verified owner) – :
This is a lovely pattern, easy to follow and hangs nicely when worn.
I used a lightweight cotton/linen mix and it’s perfect for my upcoming holiday!
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
k***************6 (verified owner) – :
Lovely pattern that came together easily and turned out beautifully. i chose a size based on my measurements and it fits perfectly. Very flattering dress 😊
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
A*******e (verified owner) – :
I like the pattern, however, the sizing was larger than expected. The pinched waist was rather loose and will need to size down (2 sizes smaller) to create the hourglass illusion for next attempt
Style Arc – :
Hi Angelique,
Thank you for sharing.
We’d love to see your Bronte if you’d like to share with us. Our sizing is in AU sizing which can be a little confusing however our finished garment measurements are listed on the site if you’d like to double check the fit for your next version 🙂