With a number of variations the Kielo Wrap Dress (or Jumpsuit) from Named Clothing requires a jersey that isn't too bulky. You can make the dress or jumpsuit with or without sleeves and the result is a smart casual item.
The dress pattern has a neckband, and a vent at the back hem to add room for movement. The armholes of a sleeveless dress are finished with a bias binding. There is a vent with a button closure at the back of the jumpsuit pattern, and its neckline is finished with a facing.
Suggested Fabrics
For all variations, use a sturdy jersey that has good drape and stretches about 30 - 50%. The garment has quite a bit of volume, so make sure your jersey isn’t too stretchy and heavy, as it can lose its shape and change the proportions of the garment.
This pattern comes with plenty of ease. Choose your size according to the full bust measurement. The pattern is drafted for a 172 cm (5’8”) tall person.
That said, I have seen Keilo dresses made with woven fabric - so it's possible with a few tweaks if you ensure you get the cut at the bust correct, as this is the least forgiving part of the pattern.
Fabric Requirements
Note you'll likely need more fabric if it has a pattern or needs to be cut in one direction.
Sleeved Dress: 150 cm (60″) wide fabric: 200 – 320 cm (2 1/8 – 3 1/2 yd) // 115 cm (45″) wide fabric (sizes 32-50 only): 255 – 375 cm (2 3/4 – 4 1/8 yd).
Sleeveless Dress: 150 cm (60″) wide fabric: 155 – 315 cm (1 3/4 – 3 1/2 yd) // 115 cm (45″) wide fabric (sizes 32-50 only): 255 – 375 cm (2 3/4 – 4 1/8 yd).
Sleeved Jumpsuit: 150 cm (60″) wide fabric: 265 – 370 cm (2 7/8 – 4 yd) // 115 cm (45″) wide fabric: 340 – 530 cm (3 3/4 – 5 3/4 yd).
Sleeveless Jumpsuit: 150 cm (60″) wide fabric: 240 – 345 cm (2 5/8 – 3 3/4 yd) // 115 cm (45″) wide fabric: 310 – 530 cm (3 3/8 – 5 3/4 yd).
Sizing
UK 6 - 28 (approx. EU 32 – 56). Please check the size chart in the images and finished garment measurements. Choose your size according to the full bust measurement. The pattern is drafted for a 172 cm (5’8″) tall person, so if like me you're on the shorter side of life you may need to take some off the bottom.
Notions
- Dress: Fusible knit interfacing, 160 cm (1 3/4 yd)
- Dress: Stay tape, 30 cm (12”)
- Sleeveless dress: Knit bias binding, 140 cm (1 1/2 yd)
- Sleeved jumpsuit: Fusible knit interfacing, 160 cm (1 3/4 yd)
- Sleeveless jumpsuit: Fusible knit interfacing, 200 cm (2 1/4 yd)
- Jumpsuit: Thin ribbon for button loop, 10 cm (4”)
- Jumpsuit: Small button, 1 pc
