The GERDA dress is an ankle-length, waist-hugging summer dress with short sleeves, designed for sunny days and warm nights. The softly gathered bodice meets a defined waist seam, creating volume and comfort through the upper body and highlighting the waistline. The skirt is shaped with tailored panels that add elegant lines and a flattering drape, while allowing plenty of room to move.

GERDA can be made with or without a lining, allowing for versatility in terms of fabric choice. An invisible centre-back zip provides a neat finish, and optional side seam pockets offer added practicality for everyday wear.

All product photos by Laura Oja. Illustrations by Ivona Fodora.

Fabric Recommendations:
Choose light to medium-weight woven fabrics with a soft drape, such as linen, cotton, or a viscose or silk blend.

Fabric Requirements:
for sizes 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9):

Dress fabric:
width 55"/140 cm, length 102.4 (108.7, 111.5, 115.8, 119.7) (129.2, 130.8, 132.7, 134.7)" / 260 (276, 283, 294, 304) (328, 332, 337, 342) cm

Lining fabric (optional):
width 55"/140 cm, length 100.8 (100.8, 100.8, 100.8, 103.6) (115, 116.2, 117.4, 118.6)" / 256 (256, 256, 256, 263) (292, 295, 298, 301) cm

Interfacing:
width 35.4"/90 cm, length 9.9"/25 cm

Files:
A4 (home printing) and A0 (copy shop printing) PDF files with layers, sizes nested. Sewing instructions are in a separate PDF file.

Delivery:
After purchasing, you will receive a link to download the PDF files. There are no delivery charges for the digital patterns, as they are delivered automatically via email immediately after purchase. PDF patterns are only eligible for return and refund if the provided download links have not been used. If the download links have been used, the product will not be refunded.