Gertrude Designer Dress By Style Arc - This is a designer dress featuring a fitted bodice, dropped shoulder line, tucked sleeves, inverted pleats and a back zip.
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Gertrude Designer Dress

4.67 out of 5 based on 18 customer ratings
(18 customer reviews)

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AUD $22.00

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This is a designer dress featuring a fitted bodice, dropped shoulder line, tucked sleeves, inverted pleats and a back zip.

Description

The reverse inverted pleats give this designer dress its unique shape. This dress has a fitted bodice along with a dropped shoulder. The shape of the engineered sleeve is created by the under-sleeve tucks. The essential side pockets and mid-calf length give this dress its designer feel.

Fabric Suggestion

Washed linen, crepe, silk, rayon

TRIMS

  • Invisible Zip 50 cm (20")

Reviews (18)

18 reviews for Gertrude Designer Dress

  1. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    Beautiful hourglass shaped dress, I like it because it looks a bit different to most of the dress patterns out there. It came together quickly and easily once I had everything worked out (I watched a Youtube video which helped me make sense of the pleats). After consulting the finished measurements, I went down a size because I wanted it to be quite fitted. I have a full bust, but did not need to alter the pattern, though I did use a woven fabric with some stretch, so it wqs a bit more forgiving. If I want to make one with a looser fit in the future, I will probably do a full bust adjustment to give myself a bit more room.

  2. 4 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner):

    I so love the shape and style of this dress.
    The printed pattern came with very brief instructions, which I blieve reflect the kevel of experience required to complete the dress. I made the dress over a couple off weekends and used a couple of YouTube videos to help me out.
    I am a 10/12 and made the dress in a 10..I know I made the sew more difficult by choosing a check pattern

    I have been sewing for many years but only really started naming my dresses this last 10 months ths. The Gertrude Dress was a real challenge but I learnt a lot.

  3. 4 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner):

    Fabulous fabulous pattern but enormous. And I say that as someone whose aesthetic runs to sack-like and who knows their style arc size. Easy to refine fit for waist and hips but shoulder facing makes it difficult once sleeves are in.

    Imagine would look lovely sleeveless: effectively a cap sleeve as is.

  4. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner):

    Love this dress. Love the angle that the under sleeve creates for the sleeve hem. I think it is very flattering.
    Initially I had an issue with trying to get the top of the box pleat sorted. In the end I worked it out.
    All the pieces went together easily. It was an enjoyable sew.

  5. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    Really pleased with this dress. Easy to make and very flattering. I made it in a rust coloured linen and it looks great.

  6. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner):

    Very flattering dress. I love it! Have made 4; 1 in viscose, 1 in linen/viscose, 1 in tencel and 1 in linen/ tencel/viscose.
    Made personal adjustments, and the markings still was perfect.
    Have not been able to wear them out yet, but are looking forward to use them!

  7. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner):

    I love this dress, the shaping suits my body type. Made it in linen from Spotlight. I lowered the neckline slightly at the front, shortened the shoulder width and the length of the bodice. Wore to a wedding with a self made belt. I love Style Arc patterns.

  8. 4 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    I have made this dress in navy linen and looks great love the style very flattering .I will definitely be making more of this pattern,but will go down one size . recommend pattern

  9. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    I thoroughly enjoyed making this dress, which was my second experience of a StyleArc pattern. I followed the advice of others and opted for the smaller size. I’m usually on the border of a 10/12 and the 10 fitted perfectly.

    The pattern pieces come together really easily, notches match up great, and a personally found some of the touches really helpful – like markings on the pattern stating which side of the sleeves is the front.

    The only observation I would make is that there is no guidance in the instructions as to when the seams ought to be finished on the inside (overlocking etc). As the pattern isn’t lined, I opted for a Hong Kong finish. But worth bearing in mind that you may need to finish the seams at key points.

    I made this in a lightweight cotton drill in a dusky pink and it looks lovely. It was a test run for a silk that I’m going to opt for next.

    I chose to insert a lapped zip, but only because I didn’t have an invisible zip long enough. It still looked great.

  10. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner):

    This is a very stylish dress. The drafting is wonderful – the sleeves slot in so perfectly. I made a size 12 without the zip as I wanted a slightly more relaxed fit as I will be wearing this on Xmas day. I used the instructions for the inseam pockets from the Montana Dress. These give a very good finish to the pocket and the seam. I used a washed linen from Tesutti’s and underlined with a cotton lawn. Next version will be a size 10 with zip in silk for my MOB dress.
    https://www.instagram.com/p/CIPhpEcg_x9/?igshid=1fcbw8sbb536r

  11. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    Just cut out “Gertrude”. Concerned I might have cut it out tooo small. Reading reviews, maybe I’ll be fine. Love the design can’t wait to see the end result. Will keep you posted

  12. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    Just cut out “Gertrude”. Concerned I might have cut it out tooo small. Reading reviews, maybe I’ll be fine. Love the design can’t wait to see the end result. Will keep you posted

  13. 4 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    I love the design and it comes together beautifully, but the sizing is on the larger side, haad to reduce significantly, and now regret not buying multi-size, since I’m more than one size off.

  14. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    I have now made this dress in 3 different versions. The first was to play around with the fitting on the top, just needed reducing a little and I elongated the back pleats slightly. I am very pleased with the result.

  15. 4 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner):


    Made this up in plain 100% linen which emphasised the shaping, great to dress up or down. I usually cut a size larger to fit but wish I hadn’t for this, had to take in quite a bit as it works up quite large. I’ll be making up more Style Arc patterns!

  16. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    Love it!!

  17. 4 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

    (verified owner):

    Like the look of dress. Really easy to put together but huge sizing for me. Had to take in at the back seam a couple of inches and don’t need a zipper which is good because the pale green sage linen I bought didn’t have matching zipper–couldn’t find anything close!! I like but just a little frumpy from the back.

  18. 5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

    (verified owner):

    This pattern was bought as part of a birthday gift for my daughter. I had sent the email announcing its release to her as I liked it very much but I am no longer slim and it would not have suited me. She liked the design hence the purchase. She has a demanding job, husband and two kids to care for but has cut out the dress and is hoping to finish sewing it this week end. She is still liking it.

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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate

Finished Pattern Measurements (cm)

sizes4681012141618202224262830
Bust84.089.094.099.0104.0109.0114.0119.0125.0131.0137.0143.0149.0155.0
Waist excluding pleat value70.075.080.085.090.095.0100.0105.0111.0117.0123.0129.0135.0141.0
Hip excluding pleat value90.095.0100.0105.0110.0115.0120.0125.0131.0137.0143.0149.0155.0161.0
Hip including pleat value130.0135.0140.0145.0150.0155.0160.0165.0171.0177.0183.0189.0195.0201.0
Extended shoulder breadth47.648.850.051.252.453.654.856.056.657.257.858.459.059.6
Centre back length111.2111.8112.4113.0113.6114.2114.8115.4116.0116.6117.2117.8118.4119.0
Sleeve opening29.630.832.033.234.435.636.838.039.240.441.642.844.045.2
Hem circumference104.0109.0114.0119.0124.0129.0134.0139.0145.0151.0157.0163.0169.0175.0

Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)

sizes4681012141618202224262830
Bust33 183537394142 7844 7846 7849 1451 5853 7856 1458 5861
Waist excluding pleat value27 1229 1231 1233 1235 3837 3839 3841 3843 3446 1848 3850 3453 1855 12
Hip excluding pleat value35 3837 3839 3841 3843 1445 1447 1449 1451 5853 7856 1458 586163 38
Hip including pleat value51 1853 1855 1857 185961636567 3869 587274 3876 3479 18
Extended shoulder breadth18 3419 1419 5820 1820 5821 1821 582222 1422 1222 342323 1423 12
Centre back length43 344444 1444 1244 344545 1445 3845 5845 7846 1846 3846 5846 78
Sleeve opening11 5812 1812 5813 1813 121414 121515 3815 7816 3816 7817 3817 34
Hem circumference4142 7844 7846 7848 7850 3452 3454 3457 1859 1261 3464 1866 1268 78

Fabric Estimate - Cut on the fold, two way

sizes4-810-1820-30
Width 148 cm (58")1.9 m (2.0 yd)2.3 m (2.5 yd)2.9 m (3.2 yd)

Fuse Estimate - Neck facings

sizesAll Sizes
Width 90 cm (36 in)20 cm (8 in)

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 34 15 58 53 12 46.5 56
28 19 14 16 18 56 48.5 58 14
30 19 34 16 58 58 14 50.5 61
32 20 18 17 14 61 38 54 34 63 34
34 20 58 18 64 58 57 78 66 78
36 21 18 18 58 67 34 61 70 18

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.

  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.


Pattern Format Details

Pattern Format

Printed Pattern - Single-Size
Single-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.

More Pattern Formats

PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-size (Including A0)
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.
Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
Multi-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.
PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
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 single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. You get the size you order, PLUS the two closest sizes. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, not A0 paper sheets.

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