The Esther Woven Dress sewing pattern is an effortlessly stylish pull-on shift dress designed for comfort and versatility. Featuring elegant front and back V-necklines, a subtle A-line silhouette and a chic front skirt split, this easy-fit dress creates a modern look that’s perfect for everyday wear. Bust darts provide gentle shaping, while the all-in-one neckline and armhole facings ensure a clean, professional finish.
Customise your handmade dress with optional sleeves, inseam pockets, a waist belt and decorative shoulder ties to suit your personal style. Ideal for linen, cotton and other woven fabrics, the Esther sewing pattern is a versatile wardrobe staple that can be dressed up or down for any occasion.
Features
- Easy fit
- Pull on shift style
- Front and back “V” necklines
- Front skirt split
- Bust darts
- All in one neck and armhole facings
- Optional sleeves
- Optional belt and shoulder ties
- Optional inseam pockets
Fabric suggestion
Washed linen, rayon, cotton, crepe
Skill Level
Medium
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
m**********g (verified owner) – :
I haven’t made this dress yet, but I love the look of the pattern.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
a*******2 (verified owner) – :
I love this dress. The sizing was good for the pattern. The only thing I didn’t like was where the yoke hits around the bust, it leaves a visible line/bulk. If I make this again I may shorten the yoke at the front or just use bias tape to finish.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
l******1 (verified owner) – :
I loved!! Easy, fun and beautiful.
Size 12
The only change was to make the skirt longer.
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Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
m******d (verified owner) – :
Loved this design. Made using recycled white linen table cloth. Broderie anglaise for sleeves. I’m size 12 but used combination 10/12.
Look forward to wearing it this summer.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
l******1 (verified owner) – :
I really liked this pattern. It’s my first time using StyleArc. I made it in size 12 but I think it’s a little big. I’ll make my next garment in size 10. I highly recommend StyleArc ❤️❤️❤️
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
E**a (verified owner) – :
I really love this pattern. I cut my size as per my bust size for this pattern and style.
I needed to take the straps up for the front and back to sit in the correct spots. It also fixed the underarm holes being too low and slightly gaping.
After adjusting the shoulders the dress was perfect. I love the length and style. I would adjust the pockets up by 5cm because they came too deep for me.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
s*************n (verified owner) – :
Looks like a great pattern but not made it yet as it is winter in UK.
Will be careful regarding the arm hole.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
c**********r (verified owner) – :
I made this dress, again very easy but the arm pit’s needed to be altered as it came up too big and showed off my bra, once that was done, it came up a neater
the second time around. which pleased me, as the fabric I used was a white background with big blue flower’s on it and looked really nice. the pockets made the dress. recommended.