The Lumi Knit Top & Dress sewing pattern is a modern design with striking asymmetric details and effortless wearability. Featuring your choice of round, boat or V-neckline, this fitted knit dress has a subtle A-line shape, twisted detail at the left side and an optional godet for extra movement and volume. Choose from sleeveless or long sleeve options, with adjustable sleeve lengths, with a back neck split for a polished finish.
The top variation features a unique pointed hem detail below the twist, creating a contemporary silhouette perfect for everyday styling. Designed for knit fabrics, Lumi blends comfort with elevated design details, making it an ideal handmade wardrobe staple for day or evening wear.
Features
- Fitted dress with slight A-line skirt
- Neckline options: round, boat and V neck
- Twisted detail in the left side seam
- The top features a striking pointed hem detail below the twist
- Optional godet in left side seam (dress only)
- Back neck split with button closure option
- Sleeveless or long sleeves with cut line options for shorter lengths
- Sleeveless option is finished with inside binding at the neckline and armholes
- Long hemline
Fabric Suggestions
Any stable knit fabric with two-way stretch and good recovery such as cotton spandex, scuba, Ponte, interlock knit, rib knit
Trims
- Bias binding 3cm (1 1/8″) wide for the neckline and sleeveless option. To make your own refer to our Binding – Continuous Binding Strip tutorial on stylearc.com
- 1 x button for optional back neck split – 19mm (30L)
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C******e (verified owner) – :
Great pattern – simple and looks great. I used a fabric with a decent stretch (not a jersey, a ribbed cotton number). I think I’d have been a little self concious of my waist if I’d used anything firmer: this pattern is true to size, so if you normally size down in SA patterns consider going by your measurements, especially if using a firm ponte.
Made the 3/4 sleeve top with the crew neckline, it fitted easily without needing an opening. I suspect you’ll be ok with everything barring a woven (def size up!) or very firm ponte. Great for work, will make the dress next.
Style Arc – :
Hi Caroline,
Thank you so much for your detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the pattern and found it simple to sew with a great result. It’s also really helpful to hear about how different fabric choices affect the fit, especially your experience with the ribbed cotton and firmer fabrics.
We’re so glad the top worked well for you and that you’re already planning to make the dress next! We hope you love it just as much. Happy sewing!
— Style Arc
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C*******e (verified owner) – :
This is a great pattern! It took me longer to assemble and cut out the pattern than to actually sew the dress, which probably took about 90 minutes. I used scuba crepe and the dress fits great and looks super elegant. I made the long sleeve, boat neck version with the godet.
Style Arc – :
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear the dress came together so quickly once the pattern was assembled, and that you’re happy with the fit and elegant finish.
Scuba crepe sounds like a fantastic fabric choice.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope you enjoy wearing your new dress!