Sew your perfect summer sundress with the Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt, now in sizes 0-32 and cup sizes C-H in PDF! And this week only, save 20% on the Holyoke with code HOLYOKE20. (Cashmerette Club members get 30% off.)

There’s nothing better than a chic and breezy sundress in summer, and the Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt is the perfect sundress for curves. With zero bust gaping thanks to the Holyoke’s princess seams and faux placket (that’s right, no buttonholes to sew!), built-in comfort courtesy of the elasticated back waistband, not a hint of bra because of the the carefully designed and placed straps, and of course, roomy pockets, the Holyoke is sure to become a summer classic for you.

The Holyoke PDF pattern is now available in our full size range, 0-32. And we’re celebrating with a sale!

Offer ends July 24, 2022 at 11:59 PM EDT. Excludes wholesale orders and pattern bundles. Does not apply retroactively.

Already own the Holyoke? Keep reading to find out how to get the updated pattern.

Brittany is wearing a size 6 E/F. Her measurements are 34″ high bust, 37″ full bust, 28.5″ waist, and 40″ hip, and she is 5′ 6″.

Mal is wearing a Holyoke Skirt in a size 8. Her measurements are 30″ waist and 39″ hip, and she is 5′ 5″.

Michelle is wearing a Holyoke Maxi Dress in a size 26 C/D graded to a 30 at the waist and hips. She measures 55” bust, 50” waist, and 60” hip, and she is 5’ 6”.

The Ideal Sundress for Curves

There are two views of the Holyoke: View A is a maxi-length sundress with bra-friendly straps, while View B is a maxi-length skirt. Both views feature:

• Curve-friendly princess seams
• A faux button placket down the front, for the classic sundress look but zero gaping
• An elastic waistband at the back so that you can slip on the dress or skirt without closures, and which also allows you to sit down and move around with comfort
• A swooshy maxi length, which you can easily shorten if you prefer
• POCKETS!

The Holyoke is designed for light- to mid-weight woven fabrics. If you want to emulate that type of swoosh, make sure you use a drapey fabric, like rayon or a flowy linen. If you want a more structured look, go for a tightly woven cotton lawn or textured seersucker.

There’s tons of potential with the Holyoke to use solids, bold prints, stripes, or even color-block for a “top-and-skirt” effect.

Brit and Mal are wearing Holyokes in fabric generously gifted by our friends at Core Fabrics! Get Brit’s beechwood modal challis here, and Mal’s floral cotton voile here.

Renee measures 43″ bust, 37″ waist, 48″ hip and wears View A in a 14 E/F graded to a 16 at the waist and hips.

Caroline measures 37″ waist, 42″ hips and is wearing View B in a size 16 graded down to a 12 at the hips

Sew a Holyoke with us!

We’ve got so many great resources to help you as you sew your first (or fifth) Holyoke dress or skirt:

• Here’s how to choose your size in the Holyoke, and how to grade between sizes.
• Get inspired with our sundress roundup from ready-to-wear fashion and Holyoke makes from the Cashmerette community!
• Sew a Holyoke Maxi Dress along with us using our free photo sewalong here, and a Holyoke Maxi Skirt here.
• Want to check the fit of the bodice before sewing up an entire Holyoke? We’ve got a tutorial on how to sew a quick and dirty Holyoke muslin.
• Put your own spin on the Holyoke with three hack ideas: a swingy above-the knee skirt, a knee-length dress with patch pockets, and a peplum top.

What you’re saying about the Holyoke

The Holyoke is the perfect sundress—but don’t just take our word for it! Here’s what curvy sewists are saying about the Holyoke:

“I knew when I saw this pattern that I would love the dress. I was right. I love this pattern and the dress I made. Easy to make, came out beautifully. These are well engineered patterns.”

-Karen

Check out more reviews of the Holyoke here.

Aizhan has a 40″ waist, 50″ hips, and is wearing View B, size 20

Jenny is wearing a Holyoke Maxi Dress in a size 18 G/H. Her measurements at the time this photo was taken were 50″ bust, 40″ waist, 47″ hip.

Already own the Holyoke?

Previously bought the Holyoke in sizes 12-32, and but think the 0-16 would be a better fit? No problem! Email us at hello@cashmerette.com with your order number or proof of purchase and we’ll be happy to send you the new PDF files.

We can’t wait to see your gorgeous Holyoke dresses and skirt! Make sure you use the hashtags #HolyokeDress and #HolyokeSkirt when sharing your makes on social media so that we can marvel at your beautifully floaty garments.

Offer ends July 24, 2022 at 11:59 PM EDT. Excludes wholesale orders and pattern bundles. Does not apply retroactively.