Rosalie in Lace: Summer Elegance with a Romantic Twist
Summer 2025 sees the return of lace at Maison Fauve - graphic, openwork, and effortlessly delicate. It brings to life a boho femininity that’s both subtle and strong, for looks that work from day to night.
To highlight this beautiful fabric, the Rosalie pattern steps into the spotlight. This time, I envisioned an ultra-refined, couture inspired version of Rosalie. After the irresistible charm of the Poésie Jacquard in red Flamenco the vintage flair of the polka dot version and the soft elegance of the printed style, the pattern is transformed once again - this time in stunning Daphné Floral lace.
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Sewing Rosalie in lace
The Rosalie dress is designed to flatter every figure, combining elegance with ease:
- A beautifully feminine plunging V-neckline
- Gathers at the bust to enhance your shape
- A fitted yet comfortable waist, thanks to its clever panel construction
- A chic front slit that adds both movement and allure
- Two sleeve options: delicate tie-up sleeves or classic buttoned cuffs
And the extra detail we love?
Rosalie also comes as a shorter top version - ideal for sun-drenched days and effortless styling.
This new take on the Rosalie dress is crafted in our sumptuous Daphné lace. With its delicate floral motifs, subtle transparency, and light, flowing drape, Daphné elevates Rosalie into a summer piece full of effortless charm and elegance.
Sewing tips
As Daphné lace is openwork, we recommend lining your dress or wearing a slip underneath.
Our matching cotton voile that matches the lace the perfect choice: lightweight, breathable, and comfortable, it preserves the airy feel of the design while ensuring effortless style longevity.
The Rosalie dress is a pattern that explores several technical aspects and comes with a free step-by-step sewing video.
We recommend starting with the original version to get familiar with the construction and techniques before moving on to the lace-lined variation. It’s the perfect way to build confidence and master each step.
Sewing a lined version of Rosalie
To keep the design light, only the body of the dress is lined.
In addition to cutting the front bodice pieces (cut 4: 2 in fabric and 2 in lining), you’ll also need to cut the upper back and skirt sections from the lining.
This includes pieces 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. There’s no need to cut pieces 7 and 8 from the lining fabric.
A tip: avoid using fusible interfacing with Daphné lace—it may show through and affect the finish.
The sewing steps will vary from the initial assembly range.
THE BUST:
- Prepare the front pieces in both fabric and lining as outlined in the instruction booklet. Then, join them right sides together (ED/ED) along the neckline. Turn the pieces right side out, press the neckline carefully, and secure the edges with a 0.5 cm seam along the sides. This allows you to treat the front bodice as one single 'front bust' piece in the next steps.
- Next, attach the back fabric piece to the front fabric and lining at the shoulders, as described in the booklet.
- Now assemble the back lining to the bodice (front and back) using the burrito (sheath) method explained in the instructions, to achieve a clean finish at the neckline and shoulder seams.
- At this stage, the front bodice (fabric + lining) is sandwiched between the back fabric and back lining. Fold down and iron the back bust fabric + lining well - wrong sides together and secure the side edges with a 0.5 cm seam. This will allow you to treat the back bodice as a single piece for the next steps.
Your bodice is now ready to be attached to the skirt, as detailed in your booklet.
THE SKIRT:
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Assemble the front and back skirt panels following the steps in the instruction booklet - from joining the various skirt pieces to creating the front slit. Sew two versions of the skirt: one in your main fabric and one in the lining. The lining should be a mirrored version of the fabric skirt, since on the finished garment the fabric and lining will be placed right sides together. Be sure to pay close attention to the placement of the slit on the lining so it matches correctly when the layers are joined.
- Attach the lace front skirt to the bust, following the steps outlined in the booklet. Then, assemble the front skirt lining as originally described to achieve a clean finish on the inside. Repeat the same process for the back skirt—even though the back isn’t initially constructed with a clean finish. This method will enclose the seam allowances between the lace skirt and the skirt lining, resulting in a neat interior. Finally, turn the fabric and lining of the skirt right sides out, press well, and smooth the edges for a clean, crisp finish.
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Finish the hems of both the lace and lining skirts, front and back, following the instructions provided in the booklet.
- Secure the edges of the dress fabric and lining (right sides together) with a 0.5 cm seam so that, in the following steps, the front and back of the dress can be treated as single pieces. The zipper is installed as described in the booklet—we chose not to enclose it between the lace and the lining.
FINISHING TOUCHES:
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To keep the lining from shifting visibly at the front slit, lay both the fabric and lining skirts flat in front of you, aligning the slit openings. Hand-stitch the two layers together along the edge of the slit to secure them. The hem of the lining remains unattached (except at the side seams), allowing for a more natural, fluid movement.
If you'd like to sew the lined blouse version of Rosalie, just follow these steps - it's even simpler, as there’s no slit to manage. And just to clarify (since this question comes up often, even though it's noted in both the booklet and product page): a 40 cm zipper is recommended for both the dress and blouse versions.
There are alternative methods for lining your dress—such as edge-to-edge assembly at the slit between the lace and lining, enclosing the zipper tape between the lining and lace, or leaving the fabric and lining side seams un-joined. However, these techniques are more advanced and time-consuming, and are best suited for experienced seamstresses.
Fabric Requirements
For sizes 34 to 48, lining requirements are nearly identical to those of the main fabric. From size 50 onward, you can plan for approximately 60 cm less, thanks to a more efficient layout of the pattern pieces. Refer to the cutting plans in your instruction booklet to adjust your yardage - all pieces are to be cut in lining, except for the sleeves and sleeve cuffs.
This season, lace is no longer reserved for special occasions. It’s stepping into everyday wear through modern silhouettes and carefully chosen sewing patterns, offering a style that can be romantic, refined, or elegantly dressed-up. It all comes down to the design—and most importantly, how you accessorize it.
Rosalie in Daphné lace captures this trend beautifully, striking the perfect balance between sensuality and sophistication.
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