This sleeveless scoop neck dress is everything you want in a warm-weather outfit: light, flattering, and easy to sew. With its gently shaped A-line silhouette, empire waist seam, and subtle vertical shaping seams, this dress is a go-to for beach days, brunches, or casual evenings out. The free pattern is available in European sizes 34–48, making it versatile for a wide range of body types.

🌼 Pattern Features:

  • Sizes: 34 to 48 (EU)

  • Style: Sleeveless, fitted bodice with scoop neckline and empire waist

  • Silhouette: Gently flared A-line skirt with shaping seams from bust to hem

  • Skill Level: Advanced beginner to intermediate

✂️ What You’ll Need:

  • Woven fabric with good drape (lightweight cotton, linen blends, or rayon)

  • Fabric length: Approx. 1.5–2.5 meters depending on size and fabric width

  • Matching thread

  • Invisible zipper (22 cm) for side or back closure

  • Sewing machine & basic tools

  • Optional: Lightweight interfacing for neckline facing

🧵 Sewing Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pattern and Fabric

  • Print and assemble the pattern in your selected size.

  • Trace the dress front and back, which includes the bodice and skirt panels in one continuous shape, joined by the empire waist seam.

  • Cut all pattern pieces from your fabric, adding seam allowances as indicated.

2. Assemble the Bodice

  • Join the front upper bodice to the front lower bodice at the empire line, right sides together.

  • Repeat for the back pieces.

  • Press seams upward and topstitch if desired.

3. Shape the Dress

  • Sew the vertical shaping seams on the front dress piece, starting just below the bust and tapering gently toward the hem. These seams help contour the fit without traditional darts.

  • Do the same for the back, if included.

4. Join Front and Back

  • Sew shoulder seams right sides together.

  • Sew side seams from armhole to hem, matching notches at waist and underarm.

5. Finish the Neckline and Armholes

  • Use bias tape or facing pieces to cleanly finish the neckline and armholes.

  • Understitch the facing or bias tape for a neat, professional look.

  • Press thoroughly.

6. Insert the Zipper

  • Depending on the design, insert an invisible zipper at the left side seam or center back.

  • Finish the seam below the zipper.

7. Hem the Dress

  • Fold up the hem by 1–2 cm, press, and topstitch.

🪡 Styling Tips:

This dress looks stunning in bold florals, classic black, or breezy solids. Pair it with sandals and a straw hat for daytime, or dress it up with a blazer and wedges for evening.

🖨️ Download the Free Pattern Sizes – 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48

Whether you’re sewing it for yourself or gifting it as a handmade surprise, this sleeveless scoop neck dress is sure to be a summer staple. With clean lines and flattering shaping, it’s both timeless and beginner-friendly!