Mimosa Dress

...And now for something completely different! We're making a foray into the 1950s with our Patreon pattern for June, the Mimosa dress. 

The Mimosa dress is a fun, flirty mid-50s style sundress, with a wide, V-shaped neckline perfect for showcasing a novelty necklace. The bodice is cut on the bias, offering an opportunity to play with directional prints.

The keynotes of 1950s styling are all here: simple lines in the bodice with cut-on sleeves and a nipped waistline, flaring into a full three-quarter circle skirt.

The best part is that with just six main pattern pieces, construction is a breeze! The sleeves and neckline facing are all integrated in the upper bodice pattern pieces, making this a quick and easy sew.

Mimosa bodice paired with Going Places Skirt, made in my Rococo Plates border print fabric printed by Spoonflower

Mimosa bodice paired with full circle skirt, made in my Aqua & Tan Gingham fabric printed by Spoonflower

The pattern comes in modern sizes 4-20 US / 8-24 UK, with four separate cup sizes options. Get the pattern and instructions on Patreon.

Charlotte Dymock

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