Hughes Dress Pattern - Sizes XS-7X (up to 63" hip)
Hughes Dress
The Hughes is the perfect everyday dress. It features Viennese seams, gathered sleeves, and a gorgeous scoop neckline. The bodice is lined and the skirt has an a-line sweep. It buttons up the front and has an adjustable lace-up tie in the back. The tie can be cinched in or loosened depending on desired fit. The Hughes Dress is designed to be a timeless style with beautiful construction details that can be treasured for generations.
Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
Pattern Designer: Friday Pattern Company
Size Range: XS - 7X
Cup-Size Range: A/B and C/D
Hip Measurement Range: 34" - 63"
Fabric: Wovens
Need help choosing your size? See Friday Pattern Company's Fit Guide for sizing information.
Fabric Recommendations
The Hughes Dress is designed for woven fabrics. You will get a different look depending on the fabric you select. A drapey rayon or silk will give a more elegant dressy look, while a more sturdy fabric like a linen will give you a gorgeous everyday dress. We encourage you to be creative and daring with fabric, any dress weight woven fabric is suitable.
Suggested Lightweight Wovens:
Suggested Midweight Wovens:
Yardage Requirements
45" wide fabric:
| Sizes | Main Fabric | Lining Fabric |
| XS - M: | 3.33 yards | 1 yard |
| L - XXL: | 3.75 yards | 1.18 yards |
| 1X - 4X: | 4.25 yards | 1.6 yards |
| 5X - 7X: | 4.7 yards | 1.7 yards |
54"-60" wide fabric:
| Sizes | Main Fabric | Lining Fabric |
| XS - M: | 2.4 yards | 1 yard |
| L - XXL: | 2.8 yards | 1 yard |
| 1X - 4X: | 3.38 yards | 1.18 yards |
| 5X - 7X: | 4 yards | 1.33 yards |
Notions and Tools
- 1 yard lightweight fusible interfacing
- Marking tool
- Matching thread
- 11 1/2"-1" [1.3-2.5 cm] buttons
- Small safety pin or tube turning tool
- Ruler
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