Fall dress patterns are the perfect way to celebrate the season! Crisp air, cozy fabrics, and rich autumn colors make fall the ideal time to sew dresses you’ll love wearing all season long. Whether you’re looking for something casual for everyday wear or a special piece for seasonal outings, handmade dresses let you highlight your favorite fabrics and create a wardrobe that’s uniquely yours.

To help spark your creativity, we’ve rounded up our Top 10 Fall Dress Patterns from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop. These designs range from relaxed everyday styles to versatile layering pieces that pair beautifully with cardigans, tights, and boots. Each pattern is designed to be fun to sew, flattering to wear, and perfect for cooler weather. If you’re ready to refresh your handmade wardrobe, these fall dress patterns are the best place to start.

The Top 10 Fall Dress Patterns

#1: Penelope Dress Pattern

The Penelope Dress is a sweet, vintage-inspired design with a curved bodice and a full gathered skirt. Its blank-front bodice is perfect for adding embroidery or appliqués, and the pattern includes fun details like an optional front ruffle and handy inseam pockets. A single button at the back closes the dress, completing the classic look. It’s a charming choice for fall and a great way to showcase cozy woven fabrics.

#2 | Josie Jumper Pattern for Women and Girls

The Josie Jumper is a wardrobe staple for both women and girls. With a crisp button-front design and optional pockets, it’s as practical as it is stylish. Made for woven fabrics, this jumper layers beautifully over tees or turtlenecks, making it perfect for fall. Whether you sew one for yourself, your little one, or both, it’s a timeless piece that works across the seasons.

#3 | Raglan Dress Pattern for Women and Girls

The Raglan Dress is a quick, easy sew in knit fabrics that’s packed with options. Both the women’s and girls’ versions include multiple sleeve choices, skirt styles, and optional pockets, making it endlessly versatile. The women’s pattern even includes a nursing option, while the girls’ version adds a playful hood. Comfortable, stylish, and easy to wear, this is a dress you’ll reach for again and again.

#4 | Meadow Dress Pattern for Girls

#5 | Everyday Fall Dress Patterns for Women and Girls

The Everyday Dress is exactly what it sounds like—an easy-to-wear, versatile knit dress for both women and girls. With mix-and-match sleeve and skirt options, plus extras like a hood, pockets, or even nursing access, you can create a new look every time you sew it. Simple yet stylish, this pattern is ideal for layering with leggings and cardigans in cooler weather.

#6 | Everly for Girls and Edenbrooke for Women

The Everly and Edenbrooke Dresses are classic, lined-bodice designs with lots of mix-and-match possibilities. Choose from pleated, skater, or gathered skirts and different sleeve lengths to create a casual or dressy look. Both patterns also feature button-front options, and the women’s version includes nursing-friendly access. These dresses are perfect for matching mom-and-daughter sets or simply building a versatile handmade wardrobe.

#7 | Tiered Dress Pattern for Girls and Women

The Cheyenne and Cassidy Tiered Dresses have a relaxed boho style that’s fun to wear and easy to sew. Both patterns offer two- or three-tier skirt options, multiple sleeve choices, and optional pockets. The women’s version includes nursing access, while the girls’ pattern has a sweet puff sleeve option. These knit dresses are great for layering and twirling through the fall season.

#8 | Melanie Maxi for Girls and Madrid Maxi for Women

The Melanie and Madrid Maxi Dress patterns are packed with possibilities. Featuring lined bodices, multiple sleeve lengths, and skirt styles from A-line to full twirl, you can create everything from a casual peplum top to a floor-length maxi dress. With over a hundred variations between the two patterns, these designs let your creativity shine while giving you comfortable, stylish outfits for fall.

#9 | Hazel Dress and Tunic Pattern

The Hazel Dress & Tunic is a charming woven pattern with a fitted bodice, asymmetrical placket, and gently gathered details at the shoulders and bust. With sleeve options ranging from short to long, it’s a versatile choice for cooler weather. Made from cozy fabrics like flannel or double gauze, the Hazel is perfect for everyday wear while still feeling special.

#10 | Turtleneck Shirt and Dress for Women and Kids

The Essential Turtleneck is a cozy knit pattern available for both women and kids. With neckline options from mock to full turtleneck or a relaxed cowl, plus different sleeve styles, it’s a versatile layering piece for fall and winter. The women’s version includes maternity and nursing-friendly options, while the kids’ pattern is perfect for everyday wear. Sew it as a top or extend it into a dress for extra warmth.

Conclusion | Thank you!

Thanks for checking out our Top 10 Fall Dress Patterns. 

We have soooo many other options too..... You might also like our Top 10 Baby Sewing Patterns for Fall post if you liked this. 

We also have a variety of blog posts you might find interesting as you prepare for fall including our: (1) Turtleneck Patterns; (2) How to Sew a Hoodie; and, (3) DIY Halloween Costumes. 

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