Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt

  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern
  • Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt 0-16 PDF pattern

Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt

$18

Pattern format

Soak up the sun in the Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt, a sewing pattern designed for bigger boobs—with no bra flashing, guaranteed! View A of the Holyoke is a sophisticated maxi dress with cup sizes C–H, wide, bra-friendly straps and an angled neckline. The faux button placket, princess seams and cup sizing mean you’ll be comfortable all summer long, with no gaping or pulling at the bust.

And there’s more! View B is a breezy, full-length skirt for a totally different look.

For extra comfort, both views have an elasticated back waist, and for all-round usability, there are pockets too! Whether made up in a floaty rayon challis or sumptuous linen, the Holyoke will keep you looking cool and feeling relaxed throughout the warmer weather.

This Cashmerette pattern includes:

  • Cup sizes from C to H
  • A sizing calculator which will tell you exactly which size to make
  • A beautifully illustrated and detailed instruction booklet, to guide you no matter your sewing level
  • A full photo sewalong on our blog with tips and techniques that go beyond the instruction booklet

Want to see how this pattern will look on you? Sketch your plans on a body outline croquis that's custom made to your measurements with MyBodyModel. Learn more » 

Product information

SEWING LEVEL

Advanced beginner

SIZING

0 to 16, in three cup sizes (C/D, E/F, G/H); includes 33-46” bust and 35-46” hip. Find your size in seconds using our size calculator.

This pattern is also available in sizes 12-32 (sold separately).

RECOMMENDED FABRIC

Light- to mid-weight woven fabric such as cotton lawn, linen, or rayon. Use drapey fabrics for a flowy look or firmer fabrics for a more structured result. 

Light weight fusible interfacing.

NOTIONS

Universal needle, thread, 3/8” – ½” (10 – 12 mm) buttons (11 for View A, 8 for View B), 18” (0.5 m) of ¾” (2 cm) wide knit elastic.

Customer Reviews

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Emma Spencer
The best fitting dress I have made!

Holyoke was an absolute pleasure to make. Not the easiest pattern I have made, but the instructions and online sew along made it feel easy. I am so happy with the finished dress I plan on making it again and again.
Take your time with some of the trickier parts, especially the curved seams to ensure a clean line, but it is worth the extra effort.
I love that the pattern comes in different bust sizes, it was so easy to adjust the pattern for a fantastic fit.

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Anonymous
Great for nursing

Having a baby and a toddler around, it was really helpful to have a pattern that I could sew quickly, without major alterations. As a nursing mother, I appreciate the big cups in small sizes and the possibility to make a functional button placket.

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Elizabeth
Excellent, clear instructions & a great, multi use pattern!

As a new sewist, I found this pattern very clear, easy to follow and helpful in construction!
Plus, my skills aren't really up to scaling patterns yet, so finding something in my size: 10 out of 10!

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Kathleen Frame
Feminine and easy to wear

I love the Holyoke dress! It's so feminine and easy to wear. The princess seams make it beautifully fitted, while the elastic back waist makes it easy to pull on. I've already made 4 Holyokes, and have more planned!

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Lauren W.
Love this pattern

So far I've only made the skirt but I love it! Can't wait to make the dress version for spring. The only thing is, during construction, I wondered if I should be doing a few extra steps, i.e. understitching the pockets and waistband facing. But that's just me being a bit of a perfectionist and sometimes those steps don't make a noticeable difference. Love all my Cashmerette patterns. Thanks Jenny and team :)