The Armidale Dress is modern take on the classic retro fit and flare dress, designed with a shaped waistline that sits slightly above the natural waist for a soft blouson effect and an easy, flowing silhouette. The neat collar and cuffed sleeves add timeless style, while practical inseam pockets make Armidale perfect for everyday wear or special occasions.
Sew this versatile fit and flare dress pattern in dress-weight woven fabrics with beautiful drape, such as rayon/viscose, silk or crepe. A timeless addition to your handmade wardrobe, this dress combines vintage-inspired charm with a modern, easy-to-wear fit.
Features
- Fit and flare silhouette dress
- Waistline slightly above natural waist
- Button through front
- Cuffed sleeves
- Collar
- Inseam pockets
Fabric Suggestions
Dress-weight woven fabric e.g. rayon/viscose, silk, crepe
Trims
Buttons: 10 x 11.5 mm (18L)
Skill Level
Medium












Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
h*********y (verified owner) – :
I have made of these so far. The fit was perfect. I did watch a YouTube tutorial. I will be making more in the future.
Style Arc – :
Thank you for your lovely review of our Armidale Dress!
We’re so pleased to hear the fit was perfect and that you found the YouTube tutorial helpful.
We look forward to seeing your next versions!
Thanks again for sharing your experience!
– Style Arc
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
s*******1 (verified owner) – :
The Armidale dress was a wonderful sew! I used a vintage Singer straight-stitch machine on my rayon fabric for the sleeves and collar. I serged the rest of the dress. I used a size 8 pdf pattern. I had to shorten the dress about 3 inches. I put two buttons at the waist and glad I did.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
n*********s (verified owner) – :
A nicely fitted summer dress. I will have to shorten and blend sizes but I love the collar and and pocket details.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
m************e (verified owner) – :
Très beau patron féminin et flatteur…un peu vintage.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
d************1 (verified owner) – :
This pattern was a success for me! I didn’t have any problems with it. Everything fit together nicely. The fit was just as I was led to believe it would from the pattern drawings. I used a lightweight cotton shirting. Just enough crispness to behave while sewing but a nice drape for the gathers and the skirt.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l***********h (verified owner) – :
I very happy with this dress which has pockets decided to do in crepe with French seams which makes it that much more special. Easy to follow instructions. Will be using this pattern again. As a sewer I am only an advanced beginner.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
m*****2 (verified owner) – :
Love this pattern – very easy to make and looks great. With the next one I will make the bodice slightly longer as it is a bit short for me. It all came together so well and I certainly will make it again and again.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
a****************t (verified owner) – :
Loved this pattern. Have had several compliments from friends/family. The shape of the dress is very flattering with flared skirt and the bodice is either too fitted nor too baggy. Will make it again – probably several times.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
A******e (verified owner) – :
I loved how the dress turned out. I made it out of rayon and added 1.5″ to the length of the bodice based on my torso length measurement. I also converted it to a v-neck, removed the buttons and replaced with side zipper, added two front slits and shortened the sleeve length (cutting the sleeves on the bias). I was trying to recreate a specific Maje dress that I had (and ripped) a few years ago. It all worked out! There are many ways to adopt the dress to your taste and I will probably make the dress again and again with slightly different variations.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
@**************s (verified owner) – :
Lovely pattern really enjoyed making it
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
k*******0 (verified owner) – :
I love this pattern and got lots of compliments. It’s flattering for a lot of figures and very comfortable
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C*****a (verified owner) – :
I love my version of this dress. I made it out of a heavier tencel which worked quite well. I shortened the skirt quite a bit and in a future make would shorten the bodice. But overall a very easy and beautiful pattern. I like the gathers and the collar style. Definitely going to make it again!
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
a****l (verified owner) – :
Have just finished this dress. I am very pleased with it. The dress was very easy to make. The fit is very figure flattering. The only alteration I made was to shorten the shirt by 12cm as I wanted a shorter look. I made it in a plain viscose but cann’t wait to make it in a summer floral. I recommend this pattern.