34 Maxi Dress Sewing Patterns (8 FREE!)

Buy now from Named Clothing – €15 (approx. $15.50)

Sizes: US 0 – 24. Bust: 30” – 52 ¾” (76 – 134 cm).
Design: Boho-style sundress. Tie knot detail at front. Elasticated waist. Tiered, gathered skirt. Rounded back neckline. Spaghetti straps. Lined bodice. Adjustable straps.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with low drape for more structure, such as cotton, cotton lawn, linen, and batiste. For a more drapey version choose a viscose, rayon, or crepe.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 sizes. Illustrated instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think a beginner would struggle with some aspects of this pattern such as the lined bodice, adjustable straps, and the knot front detail. Some previous garment sewing experience would be an advantage when tackling these steps.

“Roseclair” Wrap Dress with Skirt and Sleeve Options

Buy now from Cashmerette in standard and plus sizing – $16 – $20

Sizes:
- US 0 – 16. Bust: 33” – 46” (84 – 117 cm). Three cup sizes (C/D, E/F, G/H) are available.
- US 12 – 32. Bust: 40” – 62” (102 – 157.5 cm). Three cup sizes (C/D, E/F, G/H) are available.
Design: Floaty boho style wrap dress. Two skirt options: Ankle length tiered and gathered skirt; or knee-length full circle skirt. Long bishop or short puff sleeves. Waist ties. Bust and back darts.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric, such as linen, rayon, cotton, or double gauze.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 / US copyshop sizes. A paper pattern is also available in both standard and plus sizes. Illustrated instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this would be a good pattern for an advanced beginner. If you don’t want to do all the gathering, opt for the full skirt with short puff sleeves.

Long sleeve maxi dresses:

“B6702” Shirt Dress with Princess Seams And Flared Skirt

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Sizes: US 6 – 22. Bust: 30.5” – 48” (75 – 122 cm). Three cup options: A/B, C, and D.
Design: Maxi shirt dress. Fitted shirt style bodice with princess seams and stand collar. Flared skirt in two lengths and two styles. Two sleeve lengths and styles: full length with placket and cuff, or a ¾ length.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with structure, such as cotton, cotton lawn, linen, batiste, denim, For a more drapey version choose a viscose, rayon, or crepe.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 sizes. A paper version is also available here. Instructions are included with both versions.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think a beginner would struggle with some of the more advanced techniques involved, such as fitting a collar on a stand, and sewing yokes and sleeve placket cuffs.

“Nomi” Tiered Knit Dress With Long Sleeves

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Sizes: UK 6 – 30. Bust: 31” – 57” (79 – 145 cm).
Design: Knit maxi dress. Round neckline. Neckband. Long sleeves. Tiered, gathered skirt. Optional twisted front bodice.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight knit fabric like viscose, rayon, bamboo, Tencel or light cotton jersey, or lightweight French terry.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 sizes. Instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this would be a good pattern for a confident beginner with some sewing experience. The style of the dress is simple so it would be a great pattern to practice and advance your skills in sewing with stretchy knit fabrics.

“Rosa” Maxi Dress with Deep V-Neckline

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Sizes: UK 8 – 20. Bust: 30.5” – 43” (78 – 108 cm).
Design: Dressy, velvet maxi dress. Deep V-neckline. Long sleeves. Wide, ruched waistband. Rouleau button loops. Gathered skirt.
Fabric: Stretch velvet is recommended.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. Written instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think a beginner would struggle to sew this pattern as the instructions are vague without any illustrations. Stretch velvet can be slippery and difficult to sew, and sewing rouleau loops can be fiddly. I think an intermediate sewist with some previous garment sewing experience would better suit this pattern.

Maxi dresses with different sleeves:

“Amelia” Maxi Tea Dress with V-Neckline

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Sizes: UK 8 – 20. Bust: 33” – 45” (84 – 114 cm).
Design: V-neck maxi dress. Floaty sleeves. Shirred waist panel. Shoulder yoke. Concealed zip closure. Back darts. Two sleeve lengths.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with drape, such as cotton lawn, viscose, rayon, crepe, or silk.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. Instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think this pattern would better suit an intermediate sewist with some previous garment sewing experience. The dress includes shirring and a concealed zipper which can be difficult to sew. The instructions are illustrated but sparse, assuming some prior sewing knowledge.

“Emma” Maxi Kaftan Dress

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Sizes: US 0 – 30. Bust: 33” – 56” (81 – 142 cm).
Design: Kaftan style maxi dress. Grown on sleeves. V neck. Inverted pleat in the front and back. Detachable belt. Deep side slits.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with some structure, such as cotton, linen, batiste, and denim. For a more drapey version choose a viscose, rayon, or crepe. Linen is recommended by the designer.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. Instructions are available on this blog post.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this would be a great pattern for a beginner wanting to advance their skills in garment sewing. There are no fastenings and the sleeves are grown on, meaning you won’t need to set in sleeves. Use a stable fabric to make the sewing process easier.

“Florence” Maxi Shirt Dress With Collar Options

Buy now from Sew Over It – £13.50 (approx. $16)

Sizes: UK 8 – 20. Bust: 33” – 45” (84 – 114 cm).
Design: Maxi shirt dress with mandarin collar. Three quarter length sleeves. Elasticated waist. A line full skirt. Button up bodice.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabrics with some drape, such as cotton lawn, silk, viscose, cotton gauze, rayon, or crepe.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 sizes. Instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think a beginner would struggle with some aspects of this pattern such as fitting a collar, sewing buttonholes, and setting in sleeves. Some previous garment sewing experience would be an advantage for making this dress.

“M7971” Maxi Dress With Side Slit And Sleeve Variations

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Sizes: US 6 – 22. Bust: 30.5” – 44” (78 – 112 cm).
Design: Maxi dress. Fitted bodice. Paneled skirt. Waist and bust darts. Optional side slit. Three sleeve options with ruffle detail. Cut-out back detail. Hook and eye closure.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with structure, such as cotton, stable crepe, and challis. Stable knits may also be used.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. A paper version is also available here. Instructions are included with all versions.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think a complete beginner would struggle with some parts of this pattern, such as the paneled skirt and the lined bodice with cut-out detail. Some previous garment sewing experience would definitely be helpful.

“B6823” Maxi Dress With Flounce Detail and Sleeve Variations

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Sizes: US 6 – 24. Bust: 30.5” – 46” (78 – 117 cm).
Design: Formal style maxi dress. Fitted bodice with yoke detail on the front and back. Option for flutter sleeves or long sleeves. Hook and eye closure. Waist darts. Optional flounce detail on the hem and front of the skirt.
Fabric: Lightweight woven fabric with drape like challis, rayon, viscose, georgette, or chiffon.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. A paper version is also available here. Instructions are included with both versions.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think this pattern would better suit an intermediate to advanced sewist. Techniques such as sewing yoke and attaching flounces and ruffles can be difficult and therefore some previous garment sewing experience would be useful.

“Charlie” V-Neck Caftan Dress

Buy now from Closet Core – $16-20

Sizes:
- US 0 – 20. Bust: 31” – 46” (79 – 117 cm).
- US 14 – 32. Bust: 42” – 60” (107 – 152.5 cm).
Design: Relaxed, pull-on kaftan style dress. Deep V-neck and dolman sleeves. Three style and length options. Optional waist ties. Optional pleat or gathering detail at the waist. Side slits.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric, such as linen, chambray, tencel, linen, silk, chiffon, rayon challis, crepe de chine, batiste, and voile.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 / US copyshop sizes. There’s also a paper version available for sizes 0 – 20. Illustrated instructions are included. Additional helpful resources are available here.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this pattern is suitable for an advanced beginner as there are no tricky fastenings or sleeves to insert. Choosing a simpler view can make the process easier.

Sleeveless maxi dresses:

Wide Strap Maxi Dress with Square Neckline

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Sizes: A – J. Bust: 30” – 51.5” (76 – 131 cm).
Design: Full-length maxi dress. Square neckline with wide straps. Elasticated back. In-seam pockets. Side slits. Neckline finished with facings.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with some structure, such as cotton, linen, batiste, or denim, For a more drapey version choose a viscose, rayon, or crepe.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. Instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. The design of the dress is simple with no tricky fastenings or sleeves to insert. This would be a great pattern for a beginner wanting to advance their sewing skills and learn how to sew a facing, an elastic casing, in-seam pockets and do gathering. Use a stable fabric such as a cotton or linen to make the sewing process easier.

“Aiko” Ombre Maxi Dress

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Sizes: US 0 – 30. Bust: 33” – 56” (81 – 142 cm).
Design: Two-tone maxi dress. A-line silhouette. Round neckline. Facing finish. Sleeveless. Two front pockets.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric like cotton, cotton lawn, linen, batiste, denim, viscose, rayon, or crepe.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. Instructions are included in a separate blog post here.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. The design of the dress is simple with no tricky fastenings to insert. This would be a great pattern for a beginner to sew with a little added interest in the pockets and ombre fabric design.

“M7775” Maxi Dress with Neckline Variations

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Sizes: US 6 – 22. Bust: 30.5” – 44” (78 – 112 cm).
Design: Formal maxi dress with neckline variations: Pull-on halter style with pleats. Crossover detail with zip closure. Option for side or front slit. Center front and back seam.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with drape, such as cotton lawn, cotton voile, crepe, crepe de chine, viscose, or rayon.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. A paper version is also available here. Instructions are included with both versions.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think a beginner would struggle with certain aspects of this pattern. The crossover neckline and pleats are difficult to sew and require precision, as does inserting an invisible zipper. I think this pattern would better suit an intermediate to advanced sewist.

“Holyoak” Maxi Dress with Faux Buttoned Front

Buy now from Cashmerette in standard and plus sizes – $16

Sizes:
- US 0 – 16. Bust: 33” – 46” (84 – 117 cm). 3 cup sizes: C/D, E/F, and G/H.
- US 12 – 32. Bust: 40” – 62” (101.5 – 157.5 cm). 3 cup sizes: C/D, E/F, and G/H.
Design: Button-down maxi dress. Faux button placket for eliminating gaping. Bra-frienfly wide straps. Angled neckline. Princess seams. Elasticated back waist. Pockets.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric like cotton, cotton lawn, linen, batiste, denim, viscose, rayon, or crepe.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 / US copyshop sizes. Instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think a confident beginner with some previous garment sewing experience could have a go at this pattern. A complete beginner could struggle with parts of the pattern such as the faux button placket and in-seam pockets.

“Verano” Tank Dress with Scoop Neckline and Gathered Skirt (+Video)

Buy now from Christine Haynes – $18 – $20

Sizes: XS – 4XL. Bust: 32” – 57” (81 – 145 cm).
Design: Simple sundress with eight different views. Scoop neck with wide straps, optional buttoned front. Bust darts. Simple or multi-tiered gathered skirt. Optional front patch pockets or in-seam pockets.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with drape, such as linen, cotton, cotton lawn, silk, or rayon.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 / US copyshop sizes. A paper version is also available here.
Instructions included? Yes, illustrated and photo instructions are available with the pattern. There’s also a paid video workshop for this pattern.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. Suitable for an advanced beginner as the style is simple and it comes with detailed instructions. Choose a simpler view and a stable fabric to make the sewing process easier.

“Nikko” Fitted Maxi Dress with Turtleneck

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Sizes: US 0 – 18. Bust: 32” – 44.5” (81.5 – 113 cm).
Design: Fitted bodycon style knit dress. High turtleneck. Side splits. Sleeveless or long-sleeve options.
Fabric needed: Medium-weight knit fabric with approximately 75% stretch. For example, rib knit, sweater knit, bamboo knit, or stretch velvet.
Amount of fabric needed: 2 – 4 yards (1.9 – 3.7 meters) x 45″ wide (114cm) fabric.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 sizes. A paper version is also available. Illustrated instructions are included with both versions.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. The skill level is labeled “advanced beginner”. I think the “advanced” is more to do with the type of stretchy fabric you would need to work with. The design itself looks simple, so if you’re feeling confident, go for it!

Maxi wrap dresses:

“M7406” Maxi Wrap Dress with Sleeve Variations

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Sizes: US 6 – 22. Bust: 30.5” – 44” (78 – 112 cm).
Design: Maxi wrap dress. Three sleeve options: sleeveless, short flutter sleeves, or long bishop sleeves. Tie belt. French darts. High low hem. Includes different length options.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with structure and drape, like cotton blends, cotton lawn, chambray, crepe, or crepe de chine. Stable knits can also be used.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. A paper version is also available here. Instructions are included with both versions.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. This pattern is designed with beginners in mind. Wrap dresses are easy to sew and fit, so they are great for confident beginners. This dress can be made without sleeves making the process easier and a stable fabric such as a cotton can also be used to make the process easier.

“BUR6344” Maxi Wrap Dress with Twisted Straps

Buy now from Simplicity – $15.37

Sizes: US 8 – 18. Bust: 31.5” – 40” (80 – 102 cm).
Design: Maxi knit wrap dress. Low V-neckline. Princess seams. Twisted spaghetti straps. Waist belt. Optional gathered tier finish. Optional side slit.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight knit fabric with drape, such as viscose, rayon, bamboo, or Tencel jersey.
Format: Paper pattern with printed instruction booklet.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this pattern would suit a confident beginner with some experience in sewing knit fabrics. A complete beginner may struggle with sewing the spaghetti straps and the princess seams in a stretch fabric.

“Highlands” Wrap Dress with Elastic Waist

Buy now from Allie Olson – $18 – $22

Sizes: US 0 – 18 (B cup) and 12 – 30 (D cup). Bust: 32” – 57.5” (81 – 146 cm).
Design: Wrap dress with faced V-neckline and elasticated back waistline. Waist ties. Bust darts. Two length and sleeve options: Midi and maxi length, and short sleeve or faced sleeveless option.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabrics with lots of drape, like rayon/linen blends, rayon challis, Tencel, crepe de chine, and georgette.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 / US copyshop sizes. A paper version is also available at an additional cost. Instructions are included with both versions.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this would be a great pattern for a confident beginner wanting to improve their skills. A stable fabric can be used to make the sewing process easier.

“Mirri” Modest V-Neck Faux Wrap Dress with Length Variations (+Video)

Buy now from Wardrobe by Me – €12 (approx. $12)

Sizes: US 0 – 24. Bust: 30.5” – 52” (76 – 128 cm).
Design: Figure-hugging, faux wrap dress with pleated front. Cap sleeves. Shawl collar with a modest V-neckline. Can be made as a top, or a knee, mid-calf, or maxi-length dress.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight knit fabrics with some drape, like cotton, silk, viscose, or rayon jersey. At least 20-30% horizontal stretch is required.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 / US copyshop sizes.
Instructions included? Yes, detailed instructions are included with the pattern. There’s also a free video sew-along video on YouTube.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this pattern would suit an advanced beginner as there aren’t too many difficult techniques involved.

Backless maxi dresses:

Backless Maxi Dress with Spaghetti Straps

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Sizes: Instructions for cutting the dress to your size are included in the blog post.
Design: Full-length maxi dress. Very low back with gathering. Gathering on the front neckline. Thin drawstring spaghetti straps.
Fabric: Silk is suggested by the designer. Other lightweight woven or knit fabrics with drape can also be used, such as viscose, rayon, cotton lawn, cotton gauze, bamboo / cotton / viscose jerseys, etc.
Format: Instructional blog post tutorial. No downloadable pattern is available.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this pattern would suit a confident beginner with some prior sewing experience. The dress is very simple with minimal fitting involved. However, the blog post instructions are a little vague and the suggested silk fabric can be very difficult to sew. Use a more stable fabric like viscose or rayon to make the sewing process easier.

“Naomi” Backless Strappy Dress

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Sizes: Bust: 30” – 51” (76 – 129.5 cm).
Design: Dramatic backless dress. Crossover strap detail. Adjustable spaghetti straps. V-neckline. Pleated skirt. Dipped hem. Elasticated waistline.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight knit fabric with drape, such as viscose, rayon, bamboo, or Tencel jersey.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 sizes.
Instructions: Instructions are included within the download and they include a video tutorial. There’s also an additional blog post covering different pattern hacks here.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this pattern would be perfect for a beginner wanting to try sewing with knit fabrics. Some experience might be an advantage when sewing the thin straps but the pattern comes with clear instructions and a video tutorial to help along the way.

Jersey maxi dresses:

“Halle” Knit Maxi Dress with Faux-Wrap Bodice

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Sizes: XS – 2XL Exact bust measurements aren’t included.
Design: Fitted, jersey maxi dress. Faux wrap bodice. Deep V-neckline. Long set-in sleeves with slightly dropped shoulders. Waistband.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight knit fabric with some structure. For example cotton-blend jersey, French terry, and interlock.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes.
Instructions: There are no instructions included with the download. A copy of Love Sewing Magazine’s issue 90 is required for full instructions, which can be purchased here.
Suitable for beginners? No. Since there are no instructions included with this pattern a beginner would likely struggle with putting this dress together. An advanced sewist with plenty of garment sewing experience could have a go at sewing this pattern using knowledge gained from sewing similar dresses.

“S8595” & “S8590” Knit Maxi Dress with Sleeve and Length Variations

Buy now from Simplicity in standard and plus sizes – $14.67

Sizes:
- XS – XL. Bust: 30.5” – 46” (78 – 117 cm).
- XL – 5XL. Bust: 44” – 62” (112 – 157.5 cm).
Design: Simple t-shirt maxi dress. Options for short sleeves, sleeveless or cold shoulder cut-outs. Crew neckline. Side slits.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight knit fabric with drape, such as cotton-blend, viscose, rayon, bamboo or Tencel jersey.
Format: Paper pattern with printed instruction booklet.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this would be a good pattern for a beginner wanting to advance their skills in sewing with knit fabrics since the dress is simple with no fastenings. Use a stable cotton blend jersey to make the process easier.

“Anneli” Scoop Neck Double Front Dress

Buy now from Named Clothing – €13 (approx. $13)

Sizes: US 0 – 18. Bust: 30” – 45.5” (76 – 116 cm).
Design: Straight cut, ankle length jersey dress. Tank-style scoop neck bodice with neckband. Sleeveless and short sleeve views. Double front wrap style skirt. Waist tie.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight knit fabric with some drape, like viscose, bamboo, cotton, linen, or Tencel jersey.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 sizes. Instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this would be a great pattern for an advanced beginner to try as the design is simple.

“Zoe” Knit Camisole with V-neck and Optional Center Seams

Buy now from True Bias in standard and plus sizes – $14

Sizes:
- US 0 – 18. Bust: 32” – 44.5” ( 82 – 113 cm).
- US 14 – 32. Bust: 41.5” – 61.5” (105 – 156 cm).
Design: V-neck fitted knit camisole. Low rounded back. Thin straps. Optional center front and back seams for a closer fit. Arm and neck band finish. Three length options. An expansion pack for high, scoop, or square necklines can also be downloaded for free (with previous purchase) here.
Fabric: Medium-weight knit fabric with at least 25% stretch, such as cotton blend jersey, rib knit, or interlock.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter and A0 / US copyshop sizes. Instructions are included.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think an advanced or confident beginner could sew this pattern. Using a stable knit would make the sewing process easier. The straps are reasonably wide and therefore easier to attach than a spaghetti style. True Bias instructions are comprehensive and easy to follow.

Strapless maxi dresses:

Strapless Maxi Dress with Flounce

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Sizes: Instructions for how to draft the pattern for your size are included in the blog post.
Design: Strapless maxi dress with front flounce at the neckline. Front slit.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with some drape, like cotton voile, cotton lawn, linen, viscose, rayon, silk, or crepe.
Format: This isn’t a downloadable pattern. Instructions for how to draft your own pattern are included in the blog post.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. This dress is a super simple style with minimal fitting involved and features mostly straight seams. This would be a great pattern for a beginner wanting to advance their skills.

“Eloise” Off-Shoulder Maxi Dress

Buy now from Rebecca Page – $10.15

Sizes: 2XS – 5XL. Bust: 31” – 54” (79 – 137 cm).
Design: Strapless off-shoulder maxi dress. Options for loose, elasticated, or shirred sleeves. Options for elastic casing or shirring at the neck and waist. Four lengths are included: top, mid-thigh, midi, and maxi. Shirring on the neckline and waist.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven or knit fabric. For example, cotton blends, cotton lawn, linen, viscose, rayon, crepe; or viscose, rayon, bamboo or Tencel knits.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. Instructions are included. There’s also a bundle available here which includes a kids’ version of the dress.
Instructions: Instructions are included with the download. An additional sew-along is available here.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this would be a great pattern for a beginner to sew as there’s minimal sewing and fitting involved. The shirring may be tricky for a complete beginner, but it’s not a difficult technique to learn.

Halter neck maxi dresses:

“M7405” Pullover Maxi Dress with Gathered Neckline

Buy now from Something Delightful – $4.99

Sizes: US 4 – 26. Bust: 29.5” – 48” (75 – 122 cm).
Design: Floaty maxi dress. Gathered halter neckline. Back neck slit. Option for ‘handkerchief’ hemline.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric like cotton, cotton lawn, linen, viscose, rayon or crepe.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. A paper version is also available here. Instructions are included with both versions.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. This pattern is designed for beginners and it would be a great one for a beginner to try as there are no fastenings and minimal fitting involved. A good pattern for practicing garment-making skills.

“N6372” Halter Neck Maxi Dress with Keyhole Neckline

Buy now from Simplicity – $3.99

Sizes: US 6 – 18. Bust: 30.5” – 40” (78 – 102 cm).
Design: Floaty maxi dress. Keyhole or halter neckline with tie. Open back. Back slit.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven fabric with drape, such as cotton lawn, linen, viscose, rayon, crepe, voile, or georgette.
Format: Paper pattern with printed instruction booklet.
Suitable for beginners? No. I think this pattern would better suit an intermediate sewist with previous garment sewing experience. Handling the keyhole neckline could be fiddly and difficult for a complete beginner.

“Emma” Maxi Dress with High Halter Neckline

Buy now from Rebecca Page – $14.50

Sizes:
- 1 – 10. Bust: 31” – 54” (79 – 137 cm).
- 6C – 15C. Bust: 44” – 76” (112 – 193 cm).
Design: High-neck sleeveless maxi dress. Halter neckline with wide, fitted neckband. Keyhole back opening. Loose, flared skirt. Optional belt to make the waist fitted. Fully lined.
Fabric: Light to medium-weight woven or knit fabric. For example, cotton blends, cotton lawn, linen, viscose, rayon or crepe, viscose, rayon, bamboo or Tencel knits.
Format: PDF digital download in A4 / US letter sizes. Instructions are included. There’s also a bundle available here which includes a kids’ version of the dress.
Suitable for beginners? Yes. I think this pattern would suit a confident or adventurous beginner. The style of the dress is simple with minimal fitting and a simple fastening. Adding the lining and attaching the neckband could be difficult for a complete beginner with no previous garment sewing experience.

70s style maxi dress:

“S8013” Vintage Faux Wrap Maxi Dress with Sleeve Variations