Halter Tie Top - Sewing Pattern
Halter Tie Top - Sewing Pattern
The Halter Tie Top is a slightly draped cowl halter top with an adjustable neck and low-waist ties. It can be tied tightly for a fitted look or worn more loosely for a relaxed look.
The pattern includes optional bust darts to help shape the top for different chest sizes. Because bust placement varies from person to person, I recommend trying on the garment before finalizing dart placement to achieve your ideal fit. Small adjustments may be needed to get your perfect result. :)
Pair it with The Staple Shorts or The Everyday Pants!
Pattern Difficulty: Confident beginner
What’s included: 1 zip file x 3 PDFs
- Written and illustrated instructions
- A4 printing pattern
- A0 printing pattern
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Additional Information
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Recommended Fabrics
This top works best in lightweight woven fabrics with fluid drape to complement the soft cowl shape.Some ideal options:
- Rayon or viscose (for that soft, drapey look)
- Silk or satin (for a more elevated, going-out feel)
- Lightweight linen, cotton or linen blends (for a slightly more relaxed version)Fabrics with movement will highlight the drape of the neckline, while more structured fabrics will create a sharper, more defined shape.
Fabric Feel Guide
If you want it to feel:
- Soft & drapey → rayon or viscose
- Elevated & sleek → silk or satin
- Relaxed & casual → linen, cotton, linen blendsYardage Requirements (54”–60” wide fabric)
- XS–M: 1 1/4 yards main + 1 1/4 yards lining
- L–2XL: 1 1/2 yards main + 1 1/2 yards liningPro Tip
Add embellishments to the hem like beads, lace, or fringe! -
The Halter Tie Top came from wanting something that felt a little more elevated but still easy.
I loved the idea of a top that could instantly make an outfit feel styled, without needing much else. Something you could throw on with a simple pair of shorts or jeans and still feel put-together.
But I also didn’t want it to feel complicated to make.
So this design became a balance of both.
The soft cowl neckline adds that draped, effortless feel, while the adjustable ties let you control the fit whether you want it more relaxed or pulled in and fitted.
It’s one of those pieces that looks like you spent time styling it… even when you didn’t. And that’s always the goal.
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Interested in selling the items made from this pattern? Commercial licenses are available - just email haley@haleyivers.com with the subject line "Commercial License" and the pattern name. :)
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