Pattern Favourites: Essential Separates

It certainly seems like jumpsuits and flowy dresses are must-haves at the moment, but let’s not forget about separates! Tops, shirts, trousers, and skirts are also unmissable in *most* wardrobes. Today we want to focus on patterns that can be combined in multiple ways so you can create lots of different outfits. Perfect if you want to have a cohesive wardrobe that works well for you and your lifestyle.

Tops

Pattern: Simplicity 9133.

Let’s start with a simple top, with or without sleeves. Either worn loosely over a skirt or trousers, or tucked in, a top like Simplicity 9133 is a must-have. It’s a pattern that you’ll use over and over again as it comes with a round, square, or V neckline.

Pattern: McCall’s 8115.

McCall’s 8115 is a very on-trend faux wrap top. It features grown on sleeves, a curved front seam, and an elasticated back seam. Choose from sleeve lengths and different hem variations.

Pattern: Simplicity 9108.

Easy to combine with skirts and trousers, Simplicity 9108 is a beautiful top that is easy to dress up or down. The cuffs on the long sleeves are a great detail, as is the option to make a matching neck scarf.

Pattern: Vogue 1678.

YES to a nicely fitted, one of a kind shirt! Vogue 1678 has a collar and collar band, an asymmetrical button closure, and it comes with two length variations.

Trousers

Pattern: Vogue 9302.

A nice pair of classy trousers is a wardrobe essential all year round. These fabulous straight legged trousers include a waistband, pockets (!), front pleats, a side zipper closure, and different length variations. What more could you wish for?!

Pattern: McCall’s 8099.

McCall’s 8099 comes with 3 amazing trouser variations, which is great for mixing and matching lots of different garments. The pattern includes a pair of shorts with an elasticated waistband, and trousers with side front pockets. Go for: a side seam ribbon trim, and pleated pockets with flaps, or go for: pleated pockets and an elasticated hem.

Pattern: McCall’s 8098.

The look of a gorgeous gathered skirt, and the functionality of a pair of trousers – no flashing knickers here! McCall’s 8098 is bang on-trend, and it comes with different ruffle and flounce options for you to choose from.