Pattern Making for Women: Latin Dance Dresses

In this e-dossier you will find instructions for the pattern construction of four different dresses for latin dance. In this E-Dossier we show the pattern making of dance wear such as a body and strongly body-focused dresses with insert body. Whether performing in the spotlight or practicing, the challenge for Latin- dance dresses, is to accentuate your every move and cover the body in the right places. Mostly colourful fabrics and numerous ornaments are used for the best show effect.

Fabric recommendation for sewing dance wear: Highly elastic, functional materials such as lycra, mesh, stretch satin, stretch velvet, stretch gabardine, as well as fi ne, non-stretchy fabrics such as georgette or organza are recommended. Lace and sequined fabrics with stretch content ensures its flattering shape is retained for more than just one season.

Body:

• Deep, tapering front insert
• Round, deep back neckline
• 3/4 sleeves
• Very close to the body

Cut-out Dress:

• Spaghetti straps
• Cut-out centre front and sides
•  Asymmetrical volant skirt, one-sided ruffled
• Built-in pants
• Backless
• Sweetheart neckline

Dress with Triangle-Element:

• Tapered and round panel seams
• Waistband
• Tapered contour skirt front and back pattern
• Long raglan sleeves
• Centre back zipper
• Built-in pants

Asymmetrical Dress:

• Strapless sleeves
• Waistband
• Asymmetrical skirt
• Cutout right side seam and back
• Side seam zipper
• Built-in pants

Format: DIN A 4
Page Count: 13 Pages