Simple Sleeveless Linen Shift Summer Dress

A simple sleeveless shift dress with clean lines and an easy, skimming shape. The round neckline keeps the look understated, while discreet in-seam pockets add everyday practicality without interrupting the silhouette. Designed for women who prefer uncomplicated sewing and a finished garment that works as hard in a capsule wardrobe as it does on a hot afternoon.

Linen is the natural choice here, giving the dress its relaxed drape and breathable comfort, though linen blends, cotton lawn, chambray and lightweight viscose all suit the shape. Wear it on warm weekends, on holiday, or layered over a tee and under a cardigan when the weather turns. Add a belt for definition or leave it loose for an effortless line.

Sizes run from XS to 5XL (XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL). The pattern is a PDF for printing at home on US Letter or A4 paper (one file for both), and it also includes an A0 file for printing at a copy shop. Each size is a separate file, so you print only the size you need.