Maven Joy Dress

Joy is the perfect easy-to-wear summer dress.
A versatile addition to your summer wardrobe, comfortable and yet smart enough for any occasion. Style with flip flops for the beach, trainers for sight-seeing or heels for cocktails on the terrace.
Your choice of fabric will mean Joy can be casual and fun or choose a luxurious silky fabric in a fabulous print to make a chic statement dress.

| DESIGN FEATURES |

• Version A – plain back

• Version B – gathered back detail
• Adjustable tie straps
• Bust darts
• Scoop neckline
• In-seam pockets
• Frill hem
• Deep facing
• Midi length
Joy could even be layered over a skinny t-shirt or roll neck on cooler days.
Joy is a slim A-line shape with a relaxed fit through the waist, (optional) in-seam pockets, frilled hem, and tie straps. Version B has a little more ease due to the gathering detail on the back bodice.

Size: 8-20

Fabric suggestions: Light to medium weight woven fabrics. Drapier fabric will enhance the gather detail of version B. 

Skill level:  Advanced beginner

Notions:  Matching thread, iron on fusible interfacing or ready made fusible stay tape and a piece of interfacing for the pocket opening. 

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