The Caroline Structured Maxi Dress is a modern, architectural design that balances clean lines with striking details. This pattern is created for sewists who love statement silhouettes with thoughtful construction.

The dress features a structured bodice with carefully placed panel lines that shape the waist and flow into an elegant maxi-length skirt. The bold stripe-friendly design makes it especially suitable for directional fabrics, allowing you to create strong visual impact while maintaining a refined look.

Two Back Options Included

This pattern offers two distinct back variations, so you can tailor the dress to your personal style:

Open back version – for a confident, edgy look with a contemporary feel
Closed back version – for a more modest, classic, and versatile style

Both versions share the same beautifully finished tie-back neckline, which adds softness and adjustability while highlighting the back of the dress.

Design Highlights

Structured bodice with flattering seam lines
Tie-back neckline for an elegant finish
Maxi-length skirt with fluid movement
Two back options: open back or closed back
Ideal for striped, graphic, or solid fabrics

Skill Level

This pattern is best suited for intermediate sewists, as it involves precise panel matching, structured shaping, and careful neckline finishing.

The Caroline Structured Maxi Dress is perfect for special occasions, modern wardrobes, or statement everyday wear—an eye-catching design that feels both bold and timeless.

This is a free sewing pattern, so it does not come with illustrated sewing instructions. Basic written instructions can be found in the blog post: https://tianascloset.com/index.php/2026/02/05/free-sewing-pattern-caroline-structured-maxi-dress/