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

The panel skirt construction provides a perfect fit without too much volume, and the elasticated back means you don't have to sew a side zip. Easy to sew and divine to wear, the Cuba Libre dress is available with an open back version for wild evenings or a closed back to be the most elegant barefoot by the water's edge. With its pretty butterfly sleeves, its V-neckline and its beautiful long skirt, it is irresistible, right?!

Suggested Fabrics: Only warp and weft fabrics. Maison Fauve recommends a fabric with a soft drape, which drapes nicely: a twill, a viscose crepe or poplin, a fine jacquard, or even a beautiful lace, fabrics weighing 90 to 250g/m2 depending on the desired result.

Fabric Requirements: For a width of 140 cm.

34-36: 230 cm
38-42: 250cm
44-48: 280 cm
50-52: 300cm

You will also need:

• 40 cm iron-on interfacing G710
• A 2 cm wide elastic band (from 30 cm to 51 cm, the quantities are indicated in slide 4 of this product sheet, in the finish garment measurements board)

Lined version: quantity of lining fabric in width of 140 cm for the skirt and the front bust. Cotton voile is recommended for lining the dress.

34-36: 200cm
38-42: 220 cm
44-48: 240 cm
50-52: 250cm

Sizing: UK size 6 to 24 (34 to 52) for a height of 165cm.

Ability: Intermediate - the technical aspects include sewing a V neck, the gathers and fitting the elastic.