Clématisse Patterns - Calista Dress (French Instructions)

About the Calista Dress

The Calista dress pattern has irresistible bohemian charm by combining elegance and casualness with a touch of sophistication.  Calista features a shaped high waist (under bust) band that accentuates your curves, while an elasticated back ensuring a perfect fit (and comfort) every time you wear it.  The puff sleeves add a touch of romance.  You have the choice of two sleeve lengths: the flared 3/4 sleeve for an element of bohemian grace or the long sleeve with buttoned cuff for timeless elegance. On the video tutorial (see link below), you will also find a version with elasticated and smocked cuff for a more romantic style

Calista comes in a short or long version, depending on your mood and the occasion. The long version features slits on each side, which create graceful movement with every step and highlight your pretty pair of boots for a complete bohemian look.  On the other hand, the short version is perfect for an urban and dynamic look, allowing you to move with ease and style.

Whether it's for a casual evening under the stars, a city break, or a day at work, this dress is perfect for expressing your personal style. It's designed to make you feel beautiful, confident, and completely yourself.

General Notes: 

• Instructions are in French
• Pointrine (cm) means Chest Measurement in cm; Tour de Taille en cm (au niveau le plus creux) means Waist Measurement in cm (at the smallest point); Bassin (cm) au point le plus fort des fesses means Hip measurement as the widest point.
• All technical drawings are in black and white and are very clear
• Pattern Pieces have English & French names & instructions (eg. Grainline, Pocket Placement, Cut Fabric x 2 etc.)
• Seam Allowances included + no overlapping pieces
• There is a Clématisse YouTube Channel where you can find a video tutorial.  The commentary is in French, but you can turn on the translation feature.  In reality, you probably will be fine by just watching the process. 

Cloth Edit is a proud stockist of Clématisse Patterns.  Clématisse is a French Indie Sewing Pattern Brand for seamstresses who love romantic silhouettes, and little details that will make your handmade wardrobe unique.  

The Fabric

Select non-stretch wovens such soft and flowing fabrics like viscose crepe, satin, viscose twill, Tencel, broderie anglaise, lighter weight cottons.

Yardage for sizes 34 to 48

Short dress version (140cm):

from 34 to 40: 2.30m long sleeves; 2.20m in 3/4 sleeves
from 42 to 48: 2.60m long sleeves; 2.50m in 3/4 sleeves
 

Long dress version (140cm):

from 34 to 40: 3m long sleeves; 2.90m in 3/4 sleeves
from 42 to 48: 3.30m long sleeves; 3.20m in 3/4 sleeves
 

Notions

-Iron-on: 60cm X 1 meter

-50cm of smocking elastic or classic elastic ribbon, 4cm wide

-6 x 10mm buttons for the long sleeve version

-1.30m of piping for the underbust cutout (Optional)

Sizing

The pattern size range is 34 to 48 (European). 

Level of Difficulty

Clématisse do not offer a level of difficulty rating.