Sew a flirty flare halter mini dress with this stretch sewing pattern featuring an under-bust gather and playful skirt movement. This mini dress combines vintage-inspired charm with a skimpy, modern silhouette, finished with a halter tie that secures behind the neck. A gathered accent under the bust adds shape and detail, while the flared skirt creates movement with every step. Designed for stretch fabrics, this pattern is available in sizes XS–L and is perfect for summer looks, festivals, costumes, or custom dancewear.
Fabric Yardage:
1 yard of stretch fabric, 58–60″ wide
✨ Includes
XS–L size range
Mini length flare dress with halter back
One coverage option
US Letter print format (8.5″ × 11″)
US & metric test squares
Color-coded pattern layers by size
🧵 What You Will Need
1 yard stretch fabric (2- or 4-way)
Matching thread
Home sewing machine or serger
Cover stitch machine or zig-zag stitch option
🧵 Assembly (Shortened Instructions)
Sew skirt panels together in stages using a ¼” serger stitch, leaving pieces open for later attachment.
Assemble halter and halter lining, leaving the under-bust open to turn right side out.
Apply stay stitching and create the under-bust gather using the included measurements.
Attach halter pieces to the main dress front, aligning around the center opening.
Complete remaining skirt seams, then hem upper and lower skirt sections.
Full illustrated instructions and measurements are included in the PDF.
💻 Digital Download
This is a digital PDF sewing pattern available for instant download after purchase. No physical items will be shipped. Due to the nature of digital products, returns or refunds are not available.
🎥 Sewing Tutorial
Follow-along video tutorial demonstrates the under-bust gather and halter attachment.
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