Dolores Drop-Waist Dress

by Nina Lee

experience recommended

Fabric recommendations: Midweight knits with at least 25% stretch and good recovery (bodice), and lightweight wovens with drape (skirt), such as cotton jersey, interlock, double brushed poly, cotton lawn, cotton poplin, viscose/linen blends, or rayon/viscose.

Size range: Chest: 32" - 54", Waist: 24" - 47", Hips: 33.5" - 57"

Published: 2025-07-15

Garment Type(s):
  • Shift Dresses
  • Sleeveless Dresses
Design Features & Options:
  • The Basics
    • Pockets
  • Body Elements
    • Fitted Chest & Waist
    • Scoop Neck
    • Boat Neck
  • Sleeve Elements
    • Sleeveless
    • Elbow or 3/4 Sleeves
    • Fitted or Tapered Sleeves
    • Set-in Shoulder
  • Bottom Elements
    • Flared Skirt
    • Ankle, Maxi, or Floor Length
  • Flourishes
    • Gathered
The designer's photo of a finished Dolores Drop-Waist Dress.

To see the full details or buy the pattern, go to Nina Lee's website.

To see some Instagram examples of this pattern, search for the pattern hashtag #DoloresDropWaistDress.