Edwardian Walking Skirt

Our gored Walking Skirt sewing pattern is smoothly fitted in front and flares from a narrow waistband to street or full length.  Our original is made of linen and decorated with cutwork embroidery, also known as Broderie Anglaise.  Even though the Victorian bustle was passé by this time, the voluptuous s-curve shape was still desirable, so tiny gathers below the back waist provided the fullness that gives this characteristic shape.  The skirt is finished with a button placket at center back. The pattern includes a typical design motif of the time, along with instructions for optional cutwork embroidery. Suggested fabrics: Medium to heavyweight cottons and blends, linen, silk, lightweight wool, thin wale corduroy, or velvet.