Searching in stores for a fitted, woven party dress that fits big boobs, and makes a big impression? A nightmare.

Making a show-stopping Mansfield Dress that you know will fit? It’s a dream come true!

I’m so thrilled to introduce you to this month’s Cashmerette Club pattern, the Mansfield Dress, which is one of my favorite Cashmerette patterns of all time!

And as if that wasn’t enough, the Mansfield underdress and overdress are also fully interchangeable with the Upton Dress & Skirt Mix and Match pattern, which means you can create over 1,500 different styles when you combine the patterns. Dream dress potential, unlocked.

The Mansfield Dress comes in sizes 0 – 32, and cup sizes C – H, and it’s exclusively available to Cashmerette Club members. Not a member yet? You can join today at the All Access level to get the Mansfield—learn more by clicking the button below.

Jan Marie’s measurements are high bust 33” (83 cm), full bust 37.5” (95 cm), waist 27” (68 cm) and hip 39.5” (100 cm) and she’s 5’4”. She’s wearing a 6 G/H graded to a 4 waist and 10 hip. Her underdress is made from polyester satin, and her overskirt is made with silk organza, both from Mood Fabrics.

Michelle’s measurements are high bust 48” (121 cm), full bust 52” (132 cm), waist 48” (121 cm) and hip 57” (144 cm), and she’s 5’6”. She’s wearing a size 22 G/H graded to a 28 waist and hip. Her underdress is made from polyester satin from Mood Fabrics, and her overdress is made with embroidered tulle from Sewfisticated.

Jenny’s measurements are high bust 43” (109 cm), full bust 48” (121 cm), waist 40” (101 cm), hip 45” (114 cm) and she’s 5’6”. She’s wearing a size 18 G/H. Her underdress is made from polyester satin, and her overdress is made with silk organza, both from Mood Fabrics.

Meet the Mansfield Dress

• Two-layered dress: each layer can be worn separately or together
• Underdress:
  • Sleeveless darted bodice with sweetheart neckline
  • Fitted, paneled knee-length skirt
  • Side zip
• Overdress:
  • Designed for sheer fabrics like organza and lace, with French seams
  • Darted, high neck bodice with button loop back neckline
  • Side opening with hook and eye closures
  • Tea-length or maxi length gathered skirt options
  • Can be made as overlay skirt with separate waistband included
• Fully interchangeable with Upton Dress & Skirt Mix and Match pattern, and the Cashmerette Club Gilmore Skirt (including simple how-to instructions, and a bonus bodice so you can put sleeves on your sweetheart Mansfield!).

The Mansfield is rated advanced beginner, but it’s also suitable for confident beginners, especially when using our free video sewalong, hosted by Anita By Design! 

Picking fabric for your Mansfield

The Mansfield underdress is designed for light to mid-weight woven fabrics, like polyester sateen, silk or silk-cotton blend. If you’re wearing the underdress alone, heavier fabrics like brocade or jacquard are also a great option. 

The Mansfield overdress/skirt is designed for sheer fabrics such as organza, tulle or lace. Fabric embellished with embroidery, beads or sequins will also stun in the Mansfield! 

Looking for new fabrics for your Mansfield? Our friends at LA Finch Fabrics are offering 25% off sitewide this month – head over to the Club Dashboard for how to get your discount.

Create over 1,500 dresses for 30% off

Want to unlock the full potential of the Mansfield? Club members get an exclusive 30% off discounts for the Upton Dress & Skirt Mix and Match pattern all month long.

Fabric Requirements

Finished Garment Measurements

More from the Club this month

Even when I can find ready-to-wear clothes that fit me (not often!), I frequently find myself rejecting them because the neckline just isn’t right for me. So one of the things I find most liberating about sewing my own is I can get the *exact* neckline I want, every time! Changing the neckline of a sewing pattern is very straightforward in most cases, and in this month’s masterclass I’m teaching you the fundamental techniques you need to know. Whether you want to raise or lower a neckline for comfort, widen or narrow it for coverage, or even change it up entirely, you’ll learn how.

Club masterclasses are one of the most popular parts of the Cashmerette Club, and they’re exclusive for Plus and All Access members, who get immediate access to the whole library of over 30 fitting video lessons.

This month’s live event is a holiday party! To celebrate the launch of the ultimate party dress, the Mansfield, we’re going to have a party outfit “show and tell”. Wear your fave Cashmerette party dress and share with the whole gang! I’ll also share my tips for creating fabulous party dresses with the Cashmerette catalog, and some advice on working with special occasion fabrics. Join us live on Wednesday, December 11th at 3pm EST (12pm PST, 8pm GMT, Dec 12 @ 7am, AEDT).

I have a feeling the Mansfield is going to become a much reached-for pattern in my collection, because it works for just so many special occasions—and combined with the Upton Mix and Match pack, there’s a style for every party, gala and wedding! I hope you also feel inspired by the Mansfield, and make sure you tag us so I can celebrate along with you too! Use #MansfieldDress and #CashmeretteClub.