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FAYA DRESS
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FAYA DRESS
Description
The FAYA dress is a vintage-inspired piece with a bold V-neckline, a fitted bodice enhanced by an under-bust yoke, and softly gathered short sleeves. A flattering circle skirt gives beautiful movement, while the invisible side zipper ensures a clean, comfortable fit—perfect for day-to-night elegance.
Pattern Features
- Garment type: Vintage-inspired midi dress with circle skirt
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Design details:
- Deep V-neckline with shaped under-bust yoke
- Short sleeves with gentle gathers
- Invisible side zipper
- Circle skirt for fluid drape
- Partially lined bodice (front/back + yokes)
- Seam allowance: 1 cm included
- Skill level: Beginner – Intermediate
- Estimated sewing time: 4–6 hours
Features and allowances per FAYA booklet.
Included Sizes
EU 30–58 (equivalents: US 00–26 / UK 2–30).
Body Measurements
We recommend making a muslin (test garment) before cutting your final fabric.
| EU Size | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust (cm) | 72 | 76 | 80 | 84 | 88 | 92 | 96 | 100 |
| Waist (cm) | 52 | 56 | 60 | 64 | 68 | 72 | 76 | 80 |
| Hips (cm) | 78 | 82 | 86 | 90 | 94 | 98 | 102 | 106 |
| EU Size | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust (cm) | 104 | 108 | 112 | 118 | 124 | 130 | 136 |
| Waist (cm) | 84 | 88 | 92 | 98 | 104 | 110 | 116 |
| Hips (cm) | 110 | 114 | 118 | 124 | 130 | 136 | 142 |
Size range and base chart per FAYA booklet.
Finished Garment Measurements
| Measurement | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pit-to-pit (flat, cm) | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
| Waist (flat, cm) | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
| Sleeve length (cm) | 25.5 | 25.6 | 25.7 | 25.9 | 26.0 | 26.1 | 26.2 | 26.4 |
| Total length from shoulder (cm) | 111.0 | 111.7 | 112.3 | 113.0 | 113.7 | 114.3 | 115.0 | 115.7 |
Finished measurements (part 1) from FAYA booklet.
| Measurement | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pit-to-pit (flat, cm) | 56 | 58 | 60 | 63 | 66 | 69 | 72 |
| Waist (flat, cm) | 46 | 48 | 50 | 53 | 56 | 59 | 63 |
| Sleeve length (cm) | 26.5 | 26.6 | 26.7 | 26.9 | 27.1 | 27.2 | 27.5 |
| Total length from shoulder (cm) | 116.3 | 117.0 | 117.7 | 118.7 | 119.7 | 120.7 | 121.7 |
Finished measurements (part 2) from FAYA booklet.
Technical Information
- Skill level: Beginner – Intermediate
- Estimated sewing time: 4–6 hours
- Recommended fabrics: Lightweight, non-thick fabrics such as crepe, satin, linen, velvet, or poplin.
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Fabric required (for 140 cm / 55 in width):
- EU 30–38: 2.6 m main + 0.5 m lining
- EU 40–48: 2.8 m main + 0.6 m lining
- EU 50–58: 3.2 m main + 0.8 m lining
- Notions: Invisible side zipper; matching thread; optional fusible interfacing.
Supplies & Tools
- Sewing machine
- Overlocker (or zigzag finish)
- Basic sewing kit (measuring tape, scissors, pins/clips, seam ripper, fabric marker)
- Iron and ironing board
- FAYA dress pattern
Recommended Seasons
Spring – Summer – Autumn (adapt fabric weight to the season).
What’s Included
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High-quality PDF pattern:
- A4 (home printing) — 26 pages
- US Letter — 26 pages
- A0 (copy shop) — 2 pages
- Detailed instruction booklet
- Printing note: Print at 100% (actual size); measure the test square; assemble following the layout.
Languages Available
English, French, German
Style Tips
Sew FAYA in crepe or satin with delicate heels and a clutch for evening, or choose linen/poplin with flats for daytime charm. The fitted bodice, under-bust yoke, and circle skirt create a timeless, feminine silhouette.
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