How to sew a Lourdes dress

Here's Lourdes, a dress that's a little bit Dolce Vita, a little bit mermaid in Capri, to put in your suitcase for vacation. Long but slit on both sides, it's fluid and close to the body thanks to its two darts on the back and front, while remaining comfortable. The little set of gathers at the bust, which form a slight heart shape, and on the straps are all small details. And to make it easy to put on, it conceals an invisible zip on the side.

To sew Lourdes, we chose a light viscose with a floral print from Coupons Saint-Pierre. We recommend a flowing fabric for a lovely fall. Viscose poplin, tencel or lyocell are also good choices, as is silk. Why not crepe or satin if you prefer polyester. If you prefer cotton, choose fine cotton with 2-3% elastane for added softness. To celebrate the warm weather, we recommend springtime patterns: Liberty, plumetis, gingham... we'll let you continue with the rhymes.

But it will also look great in full color, why not with organza straps? Is it also worth telling you that she'd make a magnificent ceremony dress by making her double-layered, with a plain layer and a layer of embroidered tulle on top? We recommend fusing (or triple-bonding) the straps on top, as well as the shirring.

To sew Lourdes, you'll need..:
-2m40 fabric in 140cm width or 2m50 fabric in 110cm width,
-a little fusible webbing,
-10cm of 5mm elastic,
-1 invisible 35cm-long zip,
Visit the step-by-step video here and the pattern by unit hereor in subscription here.

See you next month with THE dress, the one that heralds sunshine and vacations: the Lexie dress!