Pattern Spotlight: high neck dresses
High neck dresses are everywhere at the moment from the Celine and The Vampire’s Wife on the runway to ready-to-wear brands such as Elk and Alpha 60. Why not use your sewing skills to create your own twist on this trend?
Let us help you choose where to start with 10 of our favourite high neck dress patterns that cover everything from cute and comfy everyday knit options to glamorous evening wear…
Long-sleeved B6265 is just fabulous for this colder weather and includes two variations. Why not try a contrasting Peter Pan collar with a plaid fabric for a prep look using the View A mini dress. View B, a midi dress, features a shirred collar and cuffs along with puffed sleeves which creates a striking look.
Want to start your high neck dress journey with something everyday but with pizzazz? Try V1862 with a gathered yoke collar, puffed sleeves, a nipped in waist and a high-low hemline. View B features all of these features plus a midi-length high-low hemline that is giving us serious The Vampire’s Wife vibes!
High neck dresses are absolutely stunning for special events and S8830 is no exception. This sleeveless halter-neck design features a number of skirt variations including short and fitted, floor length with a leg slit and long with a mermaid tail of tulle. Feel like a movie start at your next big event with this design!
This pattern not only brings the drama but it is also super comfortable! V9264 is a fit and flare knit dress with princess seams on the front and back to give you an excellent fit. This pattern is designed for a 4-way stretch fabric and would look absolutely luxurious sewn up in a stretch velvet.
Looking for a retro twist on a high neck dress? S9292 from the Patterns by Gertie range features a standing collar, nipped in waist, capped sleeves and the option of a straight or flared skirt. This would look amazing with a border print to create an eye-catching skirt!
Make a statement with this gorgeous design from Tom and Linda Platt! The straight skirt puts the focus on the intricately drafted full sleeves that create a cape effect at the back. This dress is a guaranteed showstopper!