Tiered Sundress for Girls

This tiered sundress is a light, easy-wearing summer dress designed for girls, from toddlers through to older children. The design combines a square neckline with simple shoulder straps and a fitted bodice, which flows into a gathered tiered skirt for a soft a-line silhouette. The sleeveless shape keeps things cool and comfortable, and the straightforward construction makes it a friendly choice for sewists who are still building confidence.

Cotton and linen both suit this dress well, giving the tiers the gentle drape and volume the gathers need. Made up in a cheerful print or a calm solid, the finished dress works for everyday outfits, birthdays, holidays, family photos, summer parties and other special occasions, and it layers easily over a tee when the weather turns cooler.

Sizes run from 2Y to 16Y (2Y, 3Y, 4Y, 5Y, 6Y, 7Y, 8Y, 10Y, 12Y, 14Y, 16Y). The pattern is a PDF for printing at home on A4 and US Letter paper, 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.