Introducing the Greer Dress!

Greer is a timeless, figure-hugging knit dress with an ankle-skimming length that keeps you feeling comfortable and effortlessly chic. With its trumpet skirt and subtly flared sleeves, Greer offers a unique silhouette that adds a touch of drama while still being incredibly wearable.

The neckline features a relaxed mock neck for a modern, polished look, while the fitted shape through the bust, waist, and hips celebrates your curves.

The member bonus converts Greer into a sleek skirt with hidden elastic waistband. 

Janiah is wearing the Greer dress in a size 2, graded to a 0 at bust and a 4 at the waist and hip. We removed 1/2" of length from the armhole depth and 1" from the waist to hip, and added it back to the skirt length.Her measurements are, bust: 33" (83.8 cm), waist: 27" (68.6 cm), hip: 37 1/4" (94.6 cm), and she is 5'7" (1.70 m) tall.

The fabric is a cream rib knit.

Crosby is wearing a size 16 Greer Dress from our 12-30 size range. We removed 1" (2.5 cm) from the waist, added 1” (2.5 cm) to the sleeve length and 2" (5.1 cm) to the body length. Her measurements bust: 44" (111.75 cm), waist: 36" (91.5 cm), hip: 48" (122 cm); and she is 5'10" (1.79 cm) tall.

The fabric is a light blue jersey knit.

Janiah is also wearing the Greer Bonus skirt in a size 4. We added 1" (2.5 cm) to the skirt length. The fabric is a burgundy double knit. She's also wearing the Oliver top with a funnel neck hack

Crosby is wearing a size 16 Greer Bonus skirt from our 12-30 size range. We removed 1" (2.5 cm) from the waist elastic and added 1 1/2" (3.8 cm) to the body length. The fabric is a black Robert Kaufman French Terry. She's also wearing the Ace top.

Fabric and Fit

Fabric recommendations: Look for medium-weight knit fabrics with 4-way stretch and at least 50% stretch, such as cotton jersey, bamboo jersey, rib knits, and ITY knits.

Fabric qualities to look for: When you are shopping for fabric pay most attention to the stretch and drape of the fabric. This pattern requires 50% stretch as it is very fitted to your body.

If you prefer a more structured, stable knit, look for one with less drape, and make sure it has good recovery. Cotton jersey is a good option as long as it has at least 5% spandex and good recovery. This is similar to the fabric that Crosby is wearing.

If you prefer more of a swinging silhouette, choose a fabric with more drape. Look for blends that include rayon, bamboo, or viscose, or opt for a sweater knit that has some spandex. This will get you a fit similar to the sample that Janiah is wearing.

Fitting tutorials:

• Follow this tutorial to lengthen and shorten a sewing pattern.


• If you need to adjust the armhole depth, use this tutorial.


• If you want to blend between sizes, use this video tutorial.


• To adjust the shoulder slope, follow this tutorial.


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  Here are fitting tutorials for the shoulders and sleeves.


• Here are tutorials for wide or narrow shoulder adjustments.


• Here are tutorials for small bust adjustments and full bust adjustments.


• If you prefer videos, there are bust adjustment videos in the Hansie sewalong here.


• Read this article for tips for perfectly fitting knits.

Seamwork Style Ideas

The Greer dress is an entire outfit in one garment, but you might need additional layers if the weather is cooler.

For a classic, timeless coat, try Denise.

For a comfortable layer that could also fit a sweater underneath, look for a car coat like the new Indigo coat.

For a cozy option you can sew in knits, try the Jill coatigan.