Lexi has the right balance of relaxed and fitted elements. This lined dress has a sleek A-line fit, set-in sleeves and a boat neck. The waistline is dropped, and the skirt of the dress has small, subtle pleats at the front. The dress has a concealed zip fastening at the back.
Materials & Supplies
Fusible interfacing, 25 cm (1/4 yd)
60 cm (24”) invisible zipper
A hook and an eye
Fabric suggestions
Choose a light to medium-weight, non-stretch woven fabric. A medium drapey fabric is ideal, but depending on the desired result, you can also select either a low-drape fabric or a fabric with a little more drape. A dress-weight rayon or Tencel are recommended. For the lining, choose a light and slippery satin, preferably one made of rayon, as it’s more durable than silk, and more breathable than polyester.
Fabric suggestions
Choose a light jersey with a stretch percentage of 40 to 50%. If your fabric is drapey, or has low recovery, choose a separate rib knit for the neckband. The neckband fabric should be approximately the same weight as the main fabric.
