The Millicent Wrap Dress sewing pattern features a beautifully designed wrap bodice and skirt, with an elegant long length and three-quarter skirt wrap. The tie closure, along with defined neck and waist bands, creates a refined, adjustable fit, while bust darts and delicate back bodice tuck details add lovely shaping. With two sleeve options included, this versatile pattern will create a timeless wrap dress that feels both sophisticated and effortlessly wearable.
Features
- Wrap bodice and skirt
- Tie closure
- Long length
- Neck and waist bands
- 3/4 skirt wrap
- 2 sleeve options: elbow-length Lantern or 3/4 length Bishop with elastic hem
- Back bodice tuck details
- Bust darts
Fabric Suggestions
Any woven dress weight fabric with some structure e.g. linen, cotton poplin for the Lantern sleeve; or silk, crepe, rayon for the Bishop sleeve
Trims
- 1 x Optional snap. 10mm / 16L
- Elastic: 6mm (1/4″) for 3/4 sleeve hem, refer to measurement chart for cut length
Skill Level
Challenging



















Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
T****y (verified owner) – :
I made the lantern sleeve dress in a cotton print. Used 5 metres of 112cm width and was able to cut out the skirt etc without any issues. As I am 172cm, lengthened the bodice by 1ā. I also shortened the skirt by 5ā so that it is about mid calf. I live in the tropics so wanted a dress that is smart but not too long. As usual, a lot of assumed knowledge of sewing as instructions are not detailed. Pattern pieces matched well and all notches etc lined up.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
s***s (verified owner) – :
I made Millicent with the lantern sleeves . Sizing was good , I found adding the waistband a bit confusing . The lantern sleeve turned out amazing and I very much enjoyed sewing a different style sleeve . I choose the wrong fabric in a cotton sateen . I felt the fabric was too heavy . I will try it again in a lighter weight fabric
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
H*****r (verified owner) – :
Love this pattern. Have made it a few times now, first in a viscose rayon, second in a stretch velvet and am part way through a linen.
Found instructions relatively simple to make but definitely used the extra tutorial on the website when in doubt. Pattern fits well, no adjustments needed.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
i**********9 (verified owner) – :
This pattern’s structured sleeve came out really well in linen/rayon. I made this for a graduation ceremony and no adjustments were made. If I were to do it again I would move the dart in the bust but it isn’t too noticeable. I wish the tutorial was just slightly more clear, but I was able to figure it out with zero unpicking (thank goodness). I think making the wrap ties longer would help have a more full tie if plus size — I’m a size 18.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
P*m (verified owner) – :
I love this pattern. Iād had my eye on it for awhile and was just looking for the right fabric. I chose a candy pink linen which looks great made up into the Millicent. Iām a size 10 and didnāt make any alterations except for taking about 4cm off the length (Iām 162cm). I didnāt need to use a press stud to stop the bodice gaping. I just love the lantern sleeves – overall a really flattering design. The tutorial was helpful, although a plain fabric wouldāve been clearer.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
d********c (verified owner) – :
This dress turned out well. I made it in a dark green linen with the short sleeves, size 10. I initially had some issues with gaping – probably due to the weave of the fabric and my smaller bust. I unpicked the front bodice waistband and pulled it down in a wedge shape starting at about 1 and 1/2 inches to nothing at the side seams which tightened this up. This adjustment also moved the bust darts into a better position for me. If making this dress, I recommend using a basting stitch for the waistband on the front bodice so you can check for fit and gaping before committing to smaller stitches – unpicking ain’t fun š Overall, very happy with how this dress turned out. Got lots of compliments š
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
L****e (verified owner) – :
This dress is lovely, in making and wearing.
I made it in plain black linen with plans on making a more formal one too – just need to find the right fabric!
I am on the curvey side, so the bodice required adjustments. This included neckline, shoulders, waist and darts.
Such a beautiful sew.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
s*************n (verified owner) – :
I made this dress in a size 10 Paper pattern. The pattern markings were very clear and it all fitted very well. The fabric I worked with was a stone wash sustainable linen which was good to work with and draped well. I decided to line the bodice though to give a little more body and support. This worked well using a light weight poly cotton. The only thing I had to adjust was the length as Iām 160cm and added tape ties to the sides inside and a pop stud at the front neckline. Looking forward to wearing this one in the next few months in Spring/ Summer.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
J**n (verified owner) – :
I to make it plants make it for a cruise next spring. I love the look and lines of it.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
j*********n (verified owner) – :
I love the Millicent dress pattern. I first made a mock up for the bodice in muslin and found I did not need to make any changes to the pattern. I then made the dress in a royal blue and white seersucker for a yacht club Memorial Day party. For anomaly dinner I made the dress is a silk light weight satin and both dresses were a hit. I am 5ā2 and about 170 pounds. I used a size eighteen pattern.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
c**************n (verified owner) – :
Love this pattern, its so comfortable in rayon
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
Y*****e (verified owner) – :
The finished dress fits like dream and can we talk about how cute the sleeves for short sleeve version are?! I am going to mix and match those sleeves on other patterns because thatās how adorable they are! The silhouette of the dress will flatter any body type. I made mine out of navy linen – donāt sleep on this pattern, itās an instant classic.