Trinnie Woven Dress

3 reviews for Trinnie Woven Dress

1. 

   4 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

   j********d (verified owner) – January 26, 2023:

   I made the sleeved version in size 18. I made a test toile in cheap gingham first which revealed the large number of panels in the skirt that are not easily obvious in the cartoon or photos. This therefore requires matching of the horizontal lines or a fabric in a small sized print.
   The effect of the waistband and hem band was also lost – a contrasting fabric or cutting these pieces on the diagonal for example would look better. The check cartoon was quite misleading here.
   The neckline was too high on my throat and the gathers spread as indicated produced an unflattering matronly mono-boob!

   I then repeated the dress in a cotton sateen with a small dot pattern, cutting the bands at 90 degrees to the dress. I lowered the front neck between the shoulder by 1″, condensed the waist gathers more tightly around the CF and inserted a pocket on the side seam. This gave a much better result.

   The instructions supplied were extremely scant and required prior sewing skills in my opinion. That is the greatest area here that needs improvement. Nevertheless, I’ll try the sleeveless option, checking the neckline before I cut.

   And I’ll cut a pocket. Always must have a pocket!

2. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

   c**********a (verified owner) – June 12, 2022:

   I bought this dress because I was looking for something comfortable and stylish to wear to work. I think that this was a pretty simple make really. It did need some adjustment for me a I have a relatively long waist and short legs. Also I needed to shorten the area between the neckline and my upper bust as there was too much fabric in this part of the garment. Otherwise I love this dress and have worn it on a number of occasions. I am 59 and about to be 60 at any moment – I thought this dress was flattering and it would suit any number of woman and body types.

3. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   R***********s (verified owner) – May 13, 2022:

   I have purchased and sewed several Style Arc patterns for tops and blouses in the past, but this is the first dress pattern I have sewn. As soon as I saw the pattern, I knew I would like to make it for the coming British summer. (Yes, we do have days of sunshine and warmth!). I liked the fitted bodice and gathers at the neck (which sits just above the collar bone), and felt the style would suit someone in her 60’s as well as younger women. I am pleased with the result. I sewed a size 16, and only made a couple of adjustments – 1½” off the length and a narrower waistband to suit my shape around the midriff. I used a STOF 100% cotton fabric (purchased from http://www.minerva.com) which I think lends structure to the skirt. I also intend to make the version with the round neck and sleeves. Thank you, Style Arc, for another must-sew pattern!
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