The Octavia Woven Wrap Skirt sewing pattern is a modern wrap skirt that combines timeless style with everyday versatility. Choose between a true wrap or faux wrap design, with midi or mini length options to suit your wardrobe. Sitting on the natural waist, the midi version features a striking horizontal seam, while the optional lower panel can be omitted to create a chic mini skirt.
Designed for a polished, professional finish, Octavia includes a stylish tie or D-ring front fastening, side seam split for ease of movement, and carefully considered construction details throughout. Perfect for medium to heavy-weight woven fabrics such as linen, cotton twill, and denim, this versatile skirt creates a modern silhouette that transitions effortlessly from casual weekends to elevated everyday dressing.
Features
Front wrap joins with tie/D-ring
Sits on natural waist
Back waist darts
Concealed button to secure the front skirt to the wrap (True wrap only)
Feature horizontal seam with top stitching detail on (Midi length only)
Option to omit the lower panel for mini length version
Invisible zip in side seam (Faux wrap only)
Side seam hem split (Faux wrap only)
Shorten/lengthen lines
Fabric Suggestions
Any medium to heavy weight woven fabric e.g. gabardine, denim, heavy linen, cotton drill, corduroy, boiled wool, tweed wool, PU (Polyurethane), leather, suede
Trims
Optional D-ring 2 x 32mm (1 1/4")
Optional contrast top stitching thread
Button for inner right side: 1 x 19mm (30L) (True wrap only)
The pattern is superbly drafted and I love the style. I made the longer version in surfer woven for a travel skirt and I’m thrilled with the result.
I gave only 4 stars because I found the instructions to be very difficult to follow and lacking some steps. As an experienced sewist, it took much longer and I needed to recut pieces. I used the projector file and will add directions for my next one. I will make this again!
Style Arc – :
We’re so pleased to hear you love the Octavia Wrap Skirt.
We appreciate your honest feedback on the instructions and understand how frustrating it can be when steps are unclear or missing, particularly when you’re working with a well-drafted pattern. We do have a video tutorial available to help guide you through the construction.
Clearer instructions have also been a major focus for us, and feedback from our customers has helped shape the development of our new Instruction Packs. These aren’t available for the Octavia just yet, but we hope to update more of our existing pattern collection in the future.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
i*****n(verified owner) – :
The Octavia wrap skirt is a beautiful and simple pattern. I made it twice. The only thing I adjusted was the hip curve which i reduced. I would highly recommend it.
Style Arc – :
We’re so pleased to hear the Octavia has become a pattern you’ve returned to twice.
The simple wrap construction makes it a versatile design, and adjusting the hip curve to suit your proportions is a great example of making the fit work for you.
We appreciate the recommendation!
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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate
Finished Pattern Measurements (cm)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Waist circumference
59.0
64.0
69.0
74.0
79.0
84.0
89.0
94.0
100.0
106.0
112.0
118.0
124.0
130.0
Hip circumference, 18cm from waist
87.0
92.0
97.0
102.0
107.0
112.0
117.0
122.0
128.0
134.0
140.0
146.0
152.0
158.0
CB length - long
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
84.5
CB length - short
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
45.5
Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Waist circumference
23 1⁄4
25 1⁄4
27 1⁄8
29 1⁄8
31 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
35
37
39 3⁄8
41 3⁄4
44 1⁄8
46 1⁄2
48 7⁄8
51 1⁄8
Hip circumference, 18" from waist
34 1⁄4
36 1⁄4
38 1⁄4
40 1⁄8
42 1⁄8
44 1⁄8
46 1⁄8
48
50 3⁄8
52 3⁄4
55 1⁄8
57 1⁄2
59 7⁄8
62 1⁄4
CB length - long
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
33 1⁄4
CB length - short
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
17 7⁄8
As every body is unique, we recommend sewing a toile to check the fit before cutting into your final garment fabric, especially when using a special fabric.
Main Fabric Estimate for Midi length
sizes
4-16
18-30
Width 112 cm (44")
2.90 m (3.20 yd)
2.90 m (3.20 yd)
Width 148 cm (58")
1.70 m (1.90 yd)
2.70 m (3.00 yd)
Main Fabric Estimate for Mini length
sizes
4-16
18-30
Width 112 cm (44")
1.60 m (1.80 yd)
1.60 m (1.80 yd)
Width 148 cm (58")
1.10 m (1.20 yd)
1.60 m (1.80 yd)
Main Fabric Estimate for Fusing
sizes
4-30
Width 90 cm (36")
0.35 m (0.40 yd)
Size Chart
Womens Size Charts
Please use the body measurements size charts below to determine your best size.
All Style Arc patterns are in Australian sizes.
Style Arc patterns are drafted for a B bust cup size and a height of 167cm (5'6").
Size Chart - CM
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (cm)
B. Upper Arm Girth (cm)
C. Bust (cm)
D. Waist (cm)
E. Hip (cm)
4
34.4
26.4
77
60
83
6
35.6
27.6
82
65
88
8
36.8
28.8
87
70
93
10
38
30
92
75
98
12
39.2
31.2
97
80
103
14
40.4
32.4
102
85
108
16
41.6
33.6
107
90
113
18
42.8
34.8
112
95
118
20
44
36
118
100
124
22
45.2
37.2
124
106
130
24
46.4
38.4
130
112
136
26
47.6
39.6
136
118
142
28
48.8
40.8
142
124
148
30
50
42
148
130
154
32
51.2
43.8
156.0
139.0
162.0
34
52.4
45.6
164.0
147.0
170.0
36
53.6
47.4
172.0
155.0
178.0
Size Chart - Inches
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (inches)
B. Upper Arm Girth (inches)
C. Bust (inches)
D. Waist (inches)
E. Hip (inches)
4
13 1⁄2
10
30 3⁄8
23 5⁄8
32 5⁄8
6
14
10 5⁄8
32 1⁄4
25 5⁄8
34 5⁄8
8
14 1⁄2
11 1⁄4
34 1⁄4
27 1⁄2
36 5⁄8
10
15
11 3⁄4
36 1⁄4
29 1⁄2
38 5⁄8
12
15 3⁄8
12 3⁄8
38 1⁄4
31 1⁄2
40 1⁄2
14
15 7⁄8
13
40 1⁄8
33 1⁄2
42 1⁄2
16
16 3⁄8
13 5⁄8
42 1⁄8
35 3⁄8
44 1⁄2
18
16 7⁄8
14 1⁄8
44 1⁄8
37 3⁄8
46 1⁄2
20
17 3⁄8
15
46 1⁄2
39 3⁄4
48 7⁄8
22
17 3⁄4
15 3⁄4
48 7⁄8
42 1⁄8
51 1⁄8
24
18 1⁄4
16 1⁄2
51 1⁄8
44 1⁄2
53 1⁄2
26
18 3⁄4
17 3⁄8
53 1⁄2
46 7⁄8
55 7⁄8
28
19 1⁄4
18 1⁄8
55 7⁄8
49 1⁄4
58 1⁄4
30
19 5⁄8
18 7⁄8
58 1⁄4
51 5⁄8
60 5⁄8
32
20 1⁄8
20 1⁄8
61 3⁄8
54 3⁄4
63 3⁄4
34
20 5⁄8
21 1⁄4
64 5⁄8
57 7⁄8
66 7⁄8
36
21 1⁄8
22 1⁄2
67 3⁄4
61
70 1⁄8
Size Conversion Table
ALPHA SIZING
AUSTRALIA
UK
US
FRANCE
ITALY
JAPAN
XXS
6
6
2
34
38
5
XS
8
8
4
36
40
7
S
10
10
6
38
42
9
M
12
12
8
40
44
11
L
14
14
10
42
46
13
XL
16
16
12
44
48
15
XXL
18
18
14
46
50
17
3XL
20
20
16
48
52
19
4XL
22
22
18
50
54
21
5XL
24
24
20
52
56
23
How Do I Know What Size I Am?
Choosing your pattern size is the most important step and we will help you determine this with these easy to follow steps.
When taking your measurements ensure that you take them against your skin and not over clothing. One can wear a comfortable bra and knickers whilst measuring, as this will provide you with the most accurate measurements.
Tape measure has to sit firmly around the points you are measuring. But be careful not to pull it too tight, as this will give you the incorrect size.
When measuring circumferences (B, C, D, E) it is important to note that the tape measure must remain parallel to the floor. It is sometimes best to take the measurements in front of a mirror; this will help you see the angle of the tape measure.
You will only require the basic body measurements to determine your pattern size which is indicated on our mannequin below:
A. Shoulder Breadth
Place the tape at the edge of the shoulder. Measure along the top of the shoulder blade/across the highest point of the shoulders to the other edge, following the natural slope and allow an extra finger for ease of any movement.
B. Upper Arm Girth
This point is taken as a circumference at your widest point of your upper arm.
C. Bust
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the fullest part of your chest.
D. Waist
This point is taken as a circumference and taken at the smallest part of your waist.
E. Hip
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the widest part of your hips.
Pattern Format Details
Pattern Format
Printed Pattern - Single-Size
Single-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.
Multi-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper and single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, and also A0 paper sheets. A projector file is also included.
Single-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper AND A0 format for printing at a copy shop. You get the size you order, PLUS the two closest sizes.
For more information on digital patterns click here.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
K*********o (verified owner) – :
The pattern is superbly drafted and I love the style. I made the longer version in surfer woven for a travel skirt and I’m thrilled with the result.
I gave only 4 stars because I found the instructions to be very difficult to follow and lacking some steps. As an experienced sewist, it took much longer and I needed to recut pieces. I used the projector file and will add directions for my next one. I will make this again!
Style Arc – :
We’re so pleased to hear you love the Octavia Wrap Skirt.
We appreciate your honest feedback on the instructions and understand how frustrating it can be when steps are unclear or missing, particularly when you’re working with a well-drafted pattern. We do have a video tutorial available to help guide you through the construction.
Clearer instructions have also been a major focus for us, and feedback from our customers has helped shape the development of our new Instruction Packs. These aren’t available for the Octavia just yet, but we hope to update more of our existing pattern collection in the future.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
i*****n (verified owner) – :
The Octavia wrap skirt is a beautiful and simple pattern. I made it twice. The only thing I adjusted was the hip curve which i reduced. I would highly recommend it.
Style Arc – :
We’re so pleased to hear the Octavia has become a pattern you’ve returned to twice.
The simple wrap construction makes it a versatile design, and adjusting the hip curve to suit your proportions is a great example of making the fit work for you.
We appreciate the recommendation!