Looking for a beautiful long dress to twirl around in all summer? Look no further, here is Cuba Libre !

The paneled skirt construction creates a perfect drape without too much bulk, and the wide neckline eliminates the need for a side seam zipper... The Cuba Libre dress is easy to sew and delightful to wear. It is available with an open back for a night out or with a closed back for an elegant barefoot look by the water.
With his beautiful butterfly sleeves, V-neck, and gorgeous long skirt, he is irresistible, isn't he?!

The dress is fully lined in the skirt and bodice, according to the instructions in the manual (assembly instructions and the required amount of fabric for the lining are explained therein). The lining is made of cotton voile, but can also be made of Venezia.

The technical skills include sewing a V-neck, making pleats, setting in sleeves, and attaching elastic.

• Sewing level: intermediate
• Sizing: The pattern is available in sizes 34 through 52.
• A seam allowance of 1 cm is included (unless otherwise stated).
• Includes video tutorial
• Includes illustrated booklet
• Fabric advice: woven fabrics, a fabric that drapes smoothly and beautifully: a twill, crepe or viscose poplin, a fine jacquard fabric, or even beautiful lace,
  fabrics with a weight of 90 to 250 g/m², depending on the desired effect
• Materials needed: for a fabric width of 140 cm
  For this version of the dress, the amount of fabric is different because the shell lace has a specific orientation. The fabric is laid on the fold with a fabric width of 1.40 meters.
  The required quantities of fabric are:
  - 2.80 meters for size 34-36
  - 3 meters for size 38-44
  - 3.30 meters for size 46-52
  40 cm Vlieseline
  elastic with a width of 2 cm (length depends on the size)
  Amount of lining fabric 140 cm wide for the skirt and the front panel of the bodice
  • • 34-36: 200 cm
    • 38-42: 220 cm
    • 44-48: 240 cm
    • 50-52: 250 cm