Butterick 3945

Jessica Howard’s two-piece Misses dress and *palazzo pants outfits are a knockout. The close-fitting, lined, double-breasted top has shawl collar, shoulder pads, princess seams, shaped hemline, cap sleeves, and closes at the front waist with two large, decorative buttons. It has a low”-neckline in front, and a large iron-shaped hole opening in back. Semi-fitted, lined, tapered skirt or wide-legged lined pants each have a waistband and back zipper. Options include side front seams and slit, or front pleats and back gathers. Add a bit of intrigue by adding a sheer overlay over the skirt or pants, without an overlay over the top – casual elegance all dressed up to go to an evening dress-up event. Or make this from casual fabric for a casual outfit. This sewing pattern is printed with cutting lines for three sizes in one envelope. Butterick 3945.

*Palazzo pants have very wide legs, and are usually made from lighter weight, flowing fabrics.