(PDF Sewing Pattern by Manoli Patterns)
Introduction / About the Design
The Modern Marquise Skirt is my modern take on classic elegance. With clean lines and light draping, it gives a flattering shape that highlights femininity and a delicate waistline.
I was inspired by vintage couture details but kept the design simple enough for everyday wear. The skirt includes three hem options — asymmetric, straight, and shorter — so you can choose between a more bold or a more classic look.
Depending on the fabric you pick — from structured wool suiting to cotton or even textured denim — the Modern Marquise Skirt can look very different, but it always works as a versatile piece that easily goes from day to evening.
Modern Marquise Skirt — Sewing Pattern Instructions here
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Read more: Modern Marquise Skirt — Introduction / About the Design
- Level of Difficulty
- Intermediate
– but written so that even a confident beginner can succeed.
- Intermediate
- Fabric Recommendations
- This design works best with light- to medium-weight suiting fabrics such as wool suiting, jacquard, or structured cotton suiting. We do not recommend using lightweight dress fabrics such as shirting cotton, silk, or chiffon — they won’t hold the shape of the skirt properly.
- Natural wool is especially suitable, as it falls into soft and elegant pleats. For a more festive look, you may choose fabrics with a subtle sheen or luster. If you use denim, the skirt will take on a more modern and casual character.
- Keep in mind that the type of fabric you choose will strongly influence the look of the pleats: in wool they appear soft and flowing, while in cotton suiting they become sharper and more structured, almost like folded paper.
- This skirt must always be sewn with a lining. The lining creates a smooth layer between the pleats and the knees — without it, the fabric will catch as you walk, which is uncomfortable and also spoils the silhouette.
- The lining in this model is free-hanging (not attached at the hem). For the lining, it is best to use dedicated slippery lining fabrics such as viscose, polyester, or natural silk.
- Notions & Supplies
- Matching sewing thread
- Two sew-on hooks
- One shank button or a decorative brooch of suitable size
- Contrast bias tape or extra lining fabric to cut your own bias strips
- Lining fabric
- Interfacing
- Fusible stay tape — for stabilizing skirt hem and waistband
- Fusible interfacing — for reinforcing facings, waistband and hem
- Tools Needed
- Sewing machine
- Iron and ironing board
- Fabric scissors or rotary cutter
- Measuring tape and ruler
- Pins or fabric clips
- Hand-sewing needles
- Tailor’s chalk or fabric marker
- Choosing the Right Size
- Measurement Chart
- How to Take Your Measurements
- Fitting Adjustments
📐Fabric Requirements
✂️🪡Cutting Layout
The cutting layouts for each size are provided in the attached diagrams.
- All pattern pieces are shown with the right side facing up.
- Follow the grainline arrows carefully when placing pieces on the fabric.
- All seam allowances are included. Where seam allowances are not shown (at four specific points), do not add them — this is part of the design.
Fabric-saving tips:
- The hem facing may be cut as three pieces with a side seam, instead of one continuous piece, to save fabric.
- Always check your fabric width before cutting and adjust the layout if necessary.
🗂️Pattern Pieces Overview
- Left Front — cut 1 (main fabric)
- Right Front — cut 1 (main fabric)
- Back — cut 1 (main fabric)
- Belt — cut 1 (main fabric)
- Hem Facing — cut 1 (main fabric)
- Left Front Lining — cut 1 (lining)
- Right Front Lining — cut 1 (lining)
- Back Lining — cut 1 (lining)
Modern Marquise Skirt — Sewing Pattern Instructions here
Modern Marquise Skirt — Sewing Pattern Instructions here
Modern Marquise Skirt — Sewing Pattern Instructions here
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